Interview Guidelines
- Ask the same INITIAL questions to each candidate and evaluate on the same criteria.
- Follow-up questions that help to clarify an applicant's experience or qualifications, as they relate to the initial question, are encouraged .
- Ensure all interview questions are limited to determining the candidate's qualifications as they relate to the published position description, required qualifications, and preferred qualifications.
- The position description, required qualifications, and preferred qualifications should be used as a guide throughout the entire recruitment process.
- It is unlawful to ask questions related to age, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, physical disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation.
- Do not inquire into marital status, economic status, medical condition, military service, and parenthood or child care arrangements.
- Do not ask a candidate to elaborate on an arrest or criminal record. Consult with Human Resources for guidance should this issue arise during any aspect of the search process.
- Attempt to make the candidate feel comfortable, but avoid “small talk” that touches on inappropriate topics.
See "What Can Employers Ask Applicants" for more information.
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