( Remember, some and probably not ALL of these questions will need to be asked)
- What are the responsibilities of this position, and which are the most important? What is the #1 priority for this position
- What would be my first project? What obstacles would prevent me from reaching these goals?
- What results are expected of this position?
- What are the limits of my responsibility and authority?
- What problems and opportunities are associated with this position? How are you currently addressing this problem?
- In your opinion, what specific aspects of my background make me right or wrong for this position?
- What support or training is available to help me fulfill my charge here?
- Will I have subordinates? What are their strengths and weaknesses?
- Who will be my superior and what are his/her strengths and weaknesses?
- Are there any projects in progress for which I will inherit responsibility? What is their history and status?
- What are the goals of the company and my department?
- What criteria will be used to evaluate my performance? When are evaluations scheduled?
- What can you tell me about my peers in this company?
- Why did my predecessor leave this position?
- Why did you come to work here, and why do you stay?
- What advancement can a person expect in this company after doing this job well?