Post on 03-Jan-2016
Effective InterviewingWoodbadge Part 1 Group Committee
Successful recruit
RecruitmentApplication
PRC/VSS
Interview
Mandatory
Training
It takes a number of step to complete a registration successfully
Invitation Preparation Where to meet Probe Relevant Information Warning Signs Selection Interview Guide/Questions
The interview
Within two week of receiving an application set up an appointment for an interview Do not wait too long Do not wait for the PRC Show that you are interested in the
volunteer Be accepting
Invitation
Find a second person to help Interviews show always be conducted in pairs
Two deep Discuss the interview process before hand
What are the Questions What are the expectations or role of the candidate Share any information you have before conducting the
interview Tailor the questions on the position
Preparation
Chose someplace: Applicant’s home if possible Neutral Private enough to have a conversation Convenient for all parties
Where to meet
Get to know the person Make ever one comfortable Explain your role and the purpose of the interview Explain the expectations of the candidate
Mandatory training PRC/VSS Shared and two deep Leadership Sell this information as an opportunity
Establish a relationship with the person
The Interview
Sometimes it is just a meeting of the minds
Why is this person interested in volunteering? What is the person’s objective? How do they interact with youth? How do they interact with adults? Do they have any concerns? What is their experience and background? Do they volunteer elsewhere? Have they?
Probe Relevant Information
Too eager or too focused Few adult friends Lack of respect for rules and/or authority Difficulty grasping shared leadership Not willing to take training Gaps in history Not answering questions directly Inappropriate language
Warning Signs
Tailor the questions to the role or position the applicant is applying for.
Ask Open-ended questions. These encourage further elaboration
Be ready to ask further probing questions to clarify answers.
Selection Interview Guide/Questions
You can't build a reputation on what you're going to do.
Henry Ford