Employer template

Structured Interview Scorecard (Employer Template)

A printable structured interview scorecard: rate every candidate on the same job-related criteria to make fairer, faster and better hiring decisions.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team

Instructions

Ask every candidate the same core questions in the same order. Rate each answer immediately using the scale below, and write evidence, what the candidate actually said, not impressions.

Rating scale: 1 = No evidence · 2 = Weak · 3 = Meets the bar · 4 = Strong · 5 = Exceptional

CriterionQuestion askedEvidence (what they said)Rating (1–5)
Job knowledge
Safety and procedures
Problem-solving
Communication
Teamwork
Reliability
Customer or patient focus
Motivation for this role

Summary

  • Total score: ____ / 40
  • Top strengths: ____________________
  • Concerns to verify (references, skills test): ____________________
  • Recommendation: Hire · Second interview · Do not hire