QUESTIONS TO ASK AN EMPLOYER DURING THE INTERVIEW

• Prepare a list of questions and bring them with you to the interview.
• Keep your questions focused on the needs of the employer. 
• Ask approximately three to five questions and always ask them when a hiring decision will be made, or what the next step is in the hiring decision.

Sample Questions

1. What would you say are the two or three main priorities in this position?
2. What objectives would I be expected to meet in the next three months? Six months? One year?
3. What capabilities do you feel are most important in the person you will hire?
4. What would you consider to be the career path for someone in this position?
5. Can you show me where this position fits in the organization?
6. To whom would I report?
7. Who would be my key associates?
8. Does the company have a long-range plan for this department?
9. What would be the extent of my authority in carrying out my responsibilities?
10. How many people would report to me and will I have an opportunity to meet them?
11. How will my job performance be evaluated?
12. How did the position come open?
13. Is there anything that concerns you about my qualifications? (Be careful with this one. Use only if you are sure you have built a strong rapport with the interviewer.)
14. When will a hiring decision be made? or What is the next step in the hiring process?

Questions To Avoid Asking Employers

1. What will my salary be?
2. How much vacation do I get?
3. Can you tell me about company benefits?
4. How long before I can be promoted?
5. When am I eligible for vacation?
6. Did the last person quit or were they fired?