Jobless Corner

There are usually some questions that you as the interviewee are expected to ask your prospective boss about the job that you are applying for. Asking the right questions helps present a candidate who is more interested in the job advertised.

I have collected some questions that can assist you when you are given a chance to ask questions and you end up having a blank mind cleared from fighting through the barrage of interview questions by your interviewer.

1. What are the major responsibilities for this position?
2. Are there any changes expected in the responsibilities of this job?
3. What personal qualities would you expect the successful candidate to possess?
4. What are the greatest challenges facing the person in this position?
5. What are the prospects for future growth and expansion of the company/organization?
6. What new products/services is your organization thinking of implementing?
7. What organizational changes do you anticipate?
8. Why is this position open?
9. Who would I be interacting with the most in this position?
10. How does this position fit in with the structure of this organization?
11. Are there opportunities for advancement within the organization?
12. What opportunities are available for staff development?
13. Do you have an employee training program?
14. How will I be trained or introduced to the job?
15. How is the training program structured?
16. What are the day-to-day duties involved in this position?
17. When can I expect to know your decision?
18. How are performance reviews or evaluations done?
19. Can you describe the clients you work with?
20. What skills are you seeking in the individual selected for this position?
21. How much, if any, travel is expected?
22. How would you describe the company’s culture?
23. What is the long-range plan for this company?
24. What would a normal working day be like?
25. Where does this position fit within the organizationalstructure?
26. Where is the person who previously held this position?
27. What is the typical career path for a person in this position?
28. Describe the corporate culture and values og the organization?
29. What do you like most about working for this organization?
30. Other questions related to theposition/organization.