Interview Series: Part Four - Interview Questions for You to Ask

During a job interview, you will be discussing your experience and how you qualify for the job you’re applying for. At some point, the interviewer will ask you if you have any questions. This isn’t the time to be shy or reserved. In fact, if you don’t ask questions, it may appear that you’re not interested in the position.

Here are some job interview questions you may want to ask:

1. What qualities are you seeking in the person you hire?
2. What is the most challenging aspect of the position?
3. Describe what a typical day is like for this position.
4. Do my qualifications match what you are looking for?
5. Where do you see this position in a year? Five years?
6. Is there opportunity for growth?
7. Is this a newly created position or would I be replacing someone?
8. What goals do you have for the person you hire?
9. What is your top priority for the person you hire?
10. How soon are you looking to fill this position?
11. What are the next steps in the interview process?

While you probably won't have the opportunity to ask all of these questions, pick a few that will generate answers that are important to you and what you're looking for in a job.  You may find that some of the answers to these questions may be discovered during the initial part of the interview but you'll still want to pick at least two or three to have ready to ask so that you can show your interest in getting hired.

What types of questions do you ask in a job interview?  How have they helped you get a job?  Please share with us in the comments below.