How To Interview Someone For A Job (Part 4) | 5 things To Do Post Interview

In the fourth and final part of our interview tips series on what to do after you have interviewed all the potential candidates. The post-interview process should consist of five elements:

1. Record your observations

Immediately after each interview, take time to summarize the observations made during the course of the interview. Note your observations right away, so you can assess each candidate more objectively against the requirements of the job and not subjectively against the preceding or succeeding candidates.

2. Narrow the field

After you have interviewed all the scheduled candidates and before you make your final hiring decision, narrow the field to those you would consider hiring for the position. Don’t centre all consideration around one person and exclude all others from contention, because if your first choice turns down the position, you may have trouble remembering the merits of the other candidates.

3. Make the hiring decision

Review all the information you have obtained on the candidates. Consider the following factors in arriving at your final decision:

• Ability to do the work.
• Interest in doing the job.
• Potential for growth.
• Ability to adjust to the job environment.

After careful thought, make the decision to hire or not to hire. A valid selection occurs when the “merit and fitness” of the candidate are the primary determining factors in the decision. Inform HR of your choice.

4. Notify the selected candidate

5. Notify unsuccessful candidates

Good HR practice and common courtesy require that you inform candidates not selected of your decision and thank them for their interest.