How do you find the right fit for your current job vacancy?
Interviewee
There is an expectation that both the interviewee and interviewer come prepared to the interview.
From the perspective of the interviewee, read Prepare for the behavioral interview, and then ace it! to observe the preparation elements of a job interview, keeping in mind these three questions:
- How does the preparation of the candidate impact the interview? Employers have asked candidates during the interview process what type of preparation they have done for this interview. Their response is often an indicator on how motivated they are to assume this position.
- What purpose does the behavioral descriptive interview process serve?
- How does the answers of the candidate reflect their preparation and suitability for the job?
The University of Manitoba has prepared the Interview Preparation Workbook for further reference.
Interviewer
The Interviewer should come prepared with a list of questions that reflect the current vacancy and job description. Questions should provoke answers that reflect behavior indicative of the type of job that the candidate will be performing.
To explore this topic further, view the video How the Behavioral Descriptive Interview Can Work For You!
How the Behavioral Descriptive Interview Can Work For You! from deb giesbrecht on Vimeo.
Content taken from the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority High Impact Interview Techniques: The Behavioral Descriptive Interview Guide, October 2004
Classroom Setting
Review video and discuss various types of interview questions and the impact they have on the interview process. Answer questions that may arise. Allow time for reflection and comparative thoughts between learners.