Interview Structure

Behavioral Based Interviewing:

Behavioral Based Interviewing is an interview method that asks applicants questions based on real situations that relate to the competencies for the position. Past performance is often the best predictor of future performance. Behavioral Based Interviews provide employers with information on whether or not the candidate possesses the required competencies and how they are likely to demonstrate those competencies in the future.

Preparation

1. Review the position description in order to determine necessary competencies for the position. Questions asked during the interview should be directly related to the competencies the job requires.

2. Develop a set of questions that will be asked of each and every candidate for the position. For legal purposes and purposes of evaluation, it is important that candidates are asked the same questions. Follow-up questions will most likely vary from candidate to candidate but the initial questions should be the same.

Interview Questions

1. Ask the same questions of each applicant applying for the job.

2. Make sure all interviewers are aware of what questions are inappropriate. A guide for inappropriate and appropriate interview questions can be found here. Always review the guideline immediately before the interview to avoid any mistakes.

3. CALS Human Resources sample Behavior Based Questions may be used as a guideline.