Human Resources Specialist how-to
How to Run a Structured Interview
Structured interviews are fairer and better at predicting job performance.
Structured interviews are fairer and better at predicting job performance. In short: identify; write; create, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Identify the key competencies for the job from the job description.
Write job-related questions for each competency, including behavioral questions.
Create a rating scale with examples of strong and weak answers.
Ask every candidate the same questions in the same order.
Take notes on what candidates actually say.
Rate each answer independently before discussing with other interviewers.
Make decisions based on scores and job-related evidence.
Safety reminders for human resources specialists
- Protect employee personal and medical information
- Follow anti-discrimination and anti-retaliation laws
- Document investigations and decisions carefully
- Consult legal counsel on complex employment issues
Key terms
Onboarding · Form I-9 · E-Verify · FLSA · Exempt vs. non-exempt · FMLA: see the full human resources specialist glossary.