INTERVIEW QUESTIONS FOR SUPERVISORS, MANAGERS, PROJECT LEADERS, AND OTHER LEAD PERSONNEL

* How many people have you supervised in the past?

* Have you personally hired, trained, and coached staff?

* How do you handle difficult employees?

* Have you ever fired someone due to erratic behavior?

* If so, explain what process or steps you used to conduct the dismissal?

* Describe your management philosophy.

* How would your subordinates describe your management style?

* What aspects of your previous positions have you excelled in? Problem issues?

* Why should we choose you over other applicants?

* How do you decide important decisions?

* With your past (or most recent) employer, what have you done to cut costs? Provide a couple of examples.

* How do you motivate your staff to produce optimal performance?

* What makes you unique as a leader?

* What have been your most recognized achievements from the last 2-3 years?

* What type of programs have you introduced to streamline internal operations?

* Have you been involved in renegotiating contracts with small to large vendors? How successful were you?

* Do you have experience working with union and non-union personnel?

* Have you received any awards or recognition that you're particularly proud of?

* How would you describe your personality?

* When a problem arises, do you pause and think of a solution, or do you act immediately with what seems right?

* How many hours do you typically work?

* Are you someone who will stay until the job is done, or do you typically leave when you shift is through?