OBSERVATION INTERVIEW
Observation Interview
An observation interview is a form of job interview that an employer or recruiter may perform before hiring a new employee or promoting an existing employee. This can be done through continuous monitoring over a set period or by randomly assigning a location and time for the observation.
Types of Observation Interview
- Continuous monitoring: This approach involves observing the candidate over a longer period, typically a few hours or even days. The interviewer will focus on the candidate's actions, body language, and interactions with others.
- Time allocation: This approach involves observing the candidate for a shorter period, typically 30 minutes to an hour.
Observation interviews are typically used for positions that require strong soft skills, such as communication, teamwork, and customer service. Positions that involve hands-on work, such as construction or manufacturing also find Observation Interviews useful.