Describe a challenging project you led. What obstacles did you face, and how did you guide your team through them?
Describe a situation where you had to hold a coworker, peer, or direct report accountable for their performance. How did you approach it, and what was the outcome?
Describe a time when you developed or improved a training program. What prompted you to take that initiative, and what was the impact?
Describe a time when you failed to meet a deadline or provide the expected level of service. How did you address the situation, and what did you learn?
Describe a time when you received difficult feedback. How did you respond, and how did it affect your future work?
Describe a time you disagreed with your supervisor. How did you approach the situation, and what would you do differently, if anything?
Describe a time you had to complete a project with minimal guidance or supervision. What challenges did you face, and how did you address them? Would you do anything differently if faced with a similar situation again?
Describe a time your team struggled or failed to meet a goal. What happened, and how did you respond? What did you learn from the experience and what would you do differently?
Describe how you have overcome obstacles when coordinating work or projects with other units, departments and/or divisions. In reflection, would you do anything differently? If so, what?
How do you organize and prioritize your workload?
How do you track your progress on projects or goals to ensure you meet expectations? Please provide an example.
How do you typically respond when priorities shift suddenly? Please provide an example of a time when this happened and how you managed it.
Please provide an example of a time you were pressured to compromise your standards? How did you handle the situation while maintaining your accountability?
Provide an example in which you were faced with an obstacle to an important work project. Were you able to overcome the obstacle? If so, how?
Provide an example of a time when you anticipated a work issue and took the initiative to find a solution. How did you develop and present the idea/solution to others at work?
Provide an example of a time you had to respond to a dissatisfied colleague, supervisor, or customer. How did you handle it, and what did you learn?
Provide an example of a work place situation in which you managed to resolve a conflict. If you had to do this again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
Provide an example of a work-related goal you have set in the past and how you were able to successfully achieve it.
Provide an example of when you made a mistake at work. How did you handle the situation? What was the outcome? If you had to handle this again what, if anything, would you do differently?
Provide an example of when you were expected to meet a deadline and at the last minute your supervisor reached out to you needing your assistance on another matter. How did you manage the situation? In reflection, would you do anything differently if given the opportunity?
Provide an example when you were responsible for a work-related error or mistake. What was the outcome? If you had to handle this again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
Provide an example when you were unable to follow through on a work-related commitment. What happened? If you had to do this again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
Tell us about a time when you encountered an unexpected delay or emergency at work. How did you manage the situation and maintain accountability?
There are many details in this position which require diligence and thoroughness. Tell us the steps you take to monitor the quality of your work and deliverables in your current job.
When you have been made aware of, or discovered for yourself, a problem in your work performance what was your course of action?
While maintaining confidentiality, describe a difficult decision you had to make in the workplace. Why was it difficult? If you had the chance to do it again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
While maintaining confidentiality, describe a time when you had to address dishonest behavior at work. What was your approach, and what was the result?
While maintaining confidentiality, provide examples of the type of information you have been responsible for keeping confidential.
Describe a situation where you had to work effectively with people who had differing viewpoints or backgrounds. How did you adapt your approach?
Describe a time when you had to quickly learn a new skill, system, or process to complete a task. How did you approach the learning curve?
Describe a time you had to complete a project with minimal guidance or supervision. What challenges did you face, and how did you address them? Would you do anything differently if faced with a similar situation again?
Describe how you have overcome obstacles when coordinating work or projects with other units, departments and/or divisions. In reflection, would you do anything differently? If so, what?
How do you typically respond when priorities shift suddenly? Please provide an example of a time when this happened and how you managed it.
Provide a detailed example as to how you handled a change in priorities which happened quickly.
Provide a detailed example of a time when you initiated a change in policy, regulations, or procedures in response to customer feedback and describe the outcome.
Provide an example of a time when you believed it necessary to change your actions to respond to the needs of another person.
Provide an example of when you were expected to meet a deadline and at the last minute your supervisor reached out to you needing your assistance on another matter. How did you manage the situation? In reflection, would you do anything differently if given the opportunity?
Tell me about a time when you had to make a decision without having all the information you needed. How did you proceed?
After learning more about the position, do you have any other questions or concerns?
Do you have any other questions?
Is there anything you came prepared to share with us that we did not give you the opportunity to share? Is so, please share.
Describe a challenging workplace situation or conflict you faced. How did you handle it, and what was the result?
Describe a recent work accomplishment that you're especially proud of. What was your role, and why is this achievement meaningful to you?
Describe a successful team you were part of. What was your role, and what made the team effective?
Describe a time when you experienced working with a difficult coworker. How was the coworker difficult and what did you do to try and resolve the situation?
Describe a time when you had to influence a decision or process without having formal authority. How did you approach it?
Describe a time when you helped resolve a conflict or disagreement between colleagues. How did you handle the situation, and what was the outcome? Would you do anything differently next time?
Describe a time you disagreed with your supervisor. How did you approach the situation, and what would you do differently, if anything?
Describe a time you gave constructive feedback to a teammate. How did you deliver it, and what was the outcome?
Describe a time you had to complete a project with minimal guidance or supervision. What challenges did you face, and how did you address them? Would you do anything differently if faced with a similar situation again?
Describe a time you trained or mentored someone in a new skill or process. What approach did you use, and what would you do differently if given the chance?
Describe a time your team struggled or failed to meet a goal. What happened, and how did you respond? What did you learn from the experience and what would you do differently?
Describe, in detail, how you were able to successfully implement a change in process. What prompted the change, and what was the outcome?
Give an example of a time you faced challenges coordinating a project with another department or team. How did you navigate the obstacles, and what did you learn?
How do you establish effective working relationships with colleagues and employees in other departments/areas?
How do you navigate challenging situations or individuals in the workplace? Please provide an example.
How do you typically deal with conflict at work? Please provide an example.
Provide an example of a time you had to respond to a dissatisfied colleague, supervisor, or customer. How did you handle it, and what did you learn?
Provide an example of when teamwork enhanced your ability to accomplish your goals or the outcomes that were expected of you.
Tell me about a time when your personal work priorities conflicted with the needs of the team. How did you handle it?
What qualities do you think make someone an effective team member? How do you demonstrate those qualities in your work?
Describe a situation where communication broke down. How did you address it, and what was the outcome?
Describe a time when you became aware your communication style (tone, body language, or wording) was misinterpreted. How did you respond?
Describe a time when you had to adjust your communication style to work effectively with people who had different perspectives or backgrounds.
Describe a time you had to complete a project with minimal guidance or supervision. What challenges did you face, and how did you address them? Would you do anything differently if faced with a similar situation again?
Describe a time you trained or mentored someone in a new skill or process. What approach did you use, and what would you do differently if given the chance?
Describe how you have overcome obstacles when coordinating work or projects with other units, departments and/or divisions. In reflection, would you do anything differently? If so, what?
Describe, in detail, how you were able to successfully implement a change in process. What prompted the change, and what was the outcome?
Give an example of a time when listening carefully helped you solve a problem or understand an issue more clearly.
How do you establish effective working relationships with colleagues and employees in other departments/areas?
How do you navigate challenging situations or individuals in the workplace? Please provide an example.
How do you typically respond when priorities shift suddenly? Please provide an example of a time when this happened and how you managed it.
How have you handled a situation with your supervisor when you didn't agree with them? If you had to do this again would you do anything differently? If so, why?
Provide an example of a time when you believed it necessary to change your actions to respond to the needs of another person.
Provide an example of a time you had to respond to a dissatisfied colleague, supervisor, or customer. How did you handle it, and what did you learn?
Provide an example of a work-related goal you have set in the past and how you were able to successfully achieve it.
Provide an example of how you ensured clear and respectful communication when working with someone from a different background.
Provide an example of when you were expected to meet a deadline and at the last minute your supervisor reached out to you needing your assistance on another matter. How did you manage the situation? In reflection, would you do anything differently if given the opportunity?
Provide an example when you were responsible for a work-related error or mistake. What was the outcome? If you had to handle this again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
Provide an example when you were unable to follow through on a work-related commitment. What happened? If you had to do this again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
Tell me about a time you had to communicate a difficult message under time-sensitive deadlines or pressure. What was the message, and how did you deliver it?
Tell me about a time you had to manage a conflict with a colleague. What approach did you take, and how was it resolved? Would you handle it differently now?
What, in your opinion, is important in maintaining successful working relationships? Please provide examples of how this has worked for you.
When you have been made aware of, or discovered for yourself, a problem in your work performance what was your course of action?
Without breaching confidentiality, provide examples of the type of information you have been responsible for keeping confidential.
Describe a time when you provided excellent service to a colleague or internal stakeholder. What was the situation and outcome?
Describe a time you anticipated a customer’s need before they brought it up. What did you do, and what was the result?
Give an example of a time when a customer was upset due to a mistake you or your team made. How did you resolve the issue?
Have you ever had to enforce a policy that a customer didn’t like? How did you approach the situation, and what was the outcome?
In your opinion, what contributes to a workplace culture that supports excellent customer service? Can you share an example from your experience?
Provide an example of a time you had to respond to a dissatisfied colleague, supervisor, or customer. How did you handle it, and what did you learn?
Tell me about a time you had to assist a customer during a high-pressure or stressful situation. How did you manage both the customer's and your own response?
Tell me about a time you had to provide customer service via phone, email, or chat. How did you ensure clarity and a positive tone?
What does excellent customer service mean to you? Can you provide an example that illustrates this?
Describe a situation where you had to work effectively with people who had differing viewpoints or backgrounds. How did you adapt your approach?
How do you help your team members feel valued and motivated in their work? Can you share a specific example?
How have you created a work environment where differences are valued, encouraged, and supported?
How would you handle a situation whereby you believed a colleague was not being treated fairly?
If given the opportunity, what would you do to create a campus environment which is welcoming for all?
Provide an example of a time when you believed it necessary to change your actions to respond to the needs of another person.
Describe a difficult situation you encountered in your class and how you handled it.
Describe your teaching philosophy.
Describe your teaching style.
Have you involved your students in your research?
How do you adjust your style to the less-motivated or under-prepared student?
How do you engage students, particularly in a course for non-majors?
How do you feel your teaching style can serve our student population?
How would your background and experiences strengthen this academic department?
In what professional development activities have you been involved over the past few years?
Share your ideas about professional development.
What are your current research interests?
What can you bring to the department that is uniquely yours?
What changes have you brought to the teaching of _________?
What courses have you created or proposed in the past five years?
What pedagogical changes do you see on the horizon in your discipline?
What technology applications have you utilized in the classroom?
How do you continue to develop your skills in engaging students from all backgrounds?
How do you ensure that your course content is relevant and accessible to students from all backgrounds?
Tell us about a time when you were more intentional engaging all students in your teaching. Describe a specific strategy and what was the outcome.
Tell us about a time when you worked to understand the perspectives of others.
Tell us about a time you had to address a misunderstanding or conflict in your classroom.
Tell us about a time you observed a student who did not seem to be part of the class discussion, group discussion, or always walked out of the classroom alone and how you addressed your observations.
What specific strategies do you use to ensure all students, regardless of their background, feel included and valued in your classroom?
Describe a challenging project you led. What obstacles did you face, and how did you guide your team through them?
Describe a time in which a direct report did not follow your instructions. How did you resolve the error? If you had to do this again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
Describe a time when you helped set or refine the vision for your team or department. How did you communicate it and gain alignment?
Describe a training program that you have developed or enhanced. What prompted you to take that initiative, and what was the impact?
Describe an example in which you were able to encourage others to take a chance with a new idea or project.
Describe for us your ideal employee performance review feedback meeting.
Describe how you have overcome obstacles when coordinating work or projects with other units, departments and/or divisions. In reflection, would you do anything differently? If so, what?
Describe how you may have influenced the outcome of a work project or decision by taking a leadership role.
Describe your experience in developing and delivering training. How did you assess its effectiveness and ensure it met the needs of your team?
Describe, in detail, how you were able to successfully implement a change in process. What prompted the change, and what was the outcome?
Give an example of how you’ve empowered a team member to take on greater responsibility. What was the result?
Give an example of how you’ve helped your team improve performance or productivity. What actions did you take?
How do you keep your direct reports informed about job related initiatives and updates?
How do you make the decision to delegate work?
How do you typically respond when priorities shift suddenly? Give an example of a time when this happened and how you managed it.
How do you work with your team to set meaningful and achievable goals? Please provide an example.
How have you addressed the less than satisfactory performance of a direct report? What approach did you take? If you had to do this again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
How have you assisted your direct reports with their training and development needs or desires?
How would you describe your leadership style? Can you give an example of how it has benefited your team?
Provide an example of a work place situation in which you managed to resolve a conflict. If you had to do this again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
Provide an example of when you were expected to meet a deadline and at the last minute your supervisor reached out to you needing your assistance on another matter. How did you manage the situation? In reflection, would you do anything differently if given the opportunity?
Tell me about a time you led a team through uncertainty or organizational change. How did you maintain morale and focus?
While maintaining confidentiality, describe a difficult decision you had to make in the workplace. Why was it difficult? If you had the chance to do it again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
While maintaining confidentiality, describe a time when you had to address dishonest behavior at work. What was your approach, and what was the result?
While maintaining confidentiality, provide an example of when you had to take disciplinary/correction action with someone you supervised. If you had to do it again, would you do anything differently? If so, why?
Describe how you believe your education and/or experience prepares you to be successful in this position.
Describe how you believe your education prepares you to be successful in this position.
Describe how you believe your experience prepares you to be successful in this position.
How do you believe your career path has prepared you for this position?
What interested you in Washburn and this position?
What interested you in Washburn?
What interested you in this position?
Describe a time when you experienced conflict with a colleague or on a team project. What was the issue, how did you address it, and what was the result?
Describe a time when you had to come up with an unconventional or creative solution to a problem. What was the situation, and what was the result?
Describe a time you had to de-escalate a difficult interaction. What was the issue, and how did you handle it?
Describe how you have overcome obstacles when coordinating work or projects with other units, departments and/or divisions. In reflection, would you do anything differently? If so, what?
Describe the toughest work-related problem you have resolved. What process did you go through to resolve it? How did you analyze different options to determine the best outcome?
Describe, in detail, how you were able to successfully implement a change in process. What prompted the change, and what was the outcome?
Give an example of a time your team solved a difficult problem together. What role did you play?
How do you navigate challenging situations or individuals in the workplace? Provide an example.
How do you prefer to learn new processes?
How do you typically respond when priorities shift suddenly? Give an example of a time when this happened and how you managed it.
Provide an example of a time when you identified an issue or problem and had to bring it to the attention of your supervisor. How did you identify the issue or problem?
Provide an example of when you were expected to meet a deadline and at the last minute your supervisor reached out to you needing your assistance on another matter. How did you manage the situation? In reflection, would you do anything differently if given the opportunity?
Provide an example of when you were given an assignment but did not have all of the information needed to complete it properly. How did you proceed?
Tell me about a time when you used data or research to solve a problem or make a decision. How did it influence your approach?
Describe a time when you served on a team with **name of candidate**. What did they contribute to the team? Do they typically lead or follow within the team?
Discuss **name of candidate** ability to build and maintain professional working relationship with colleagues, peers, and supervisor.
How long and in what type of capacity have you work with **name of candidate**?
In your experience, was **name of candidate** an effective communicator and listener? Please explain why.
In your opinion, does **name of candidate** work better individually or within a team and why?
Please provide an example of a setback or stressful challenge that **name of candidate** faced. How did **name of candidate** handle the challenge?
This position requires considerable skills in building and maintaining relationships with a variety of stakeholders within the Community. Please describe **name of candidate** ability in building and maintaining relationships and share an example.
This position requires considerable skills in building and maintaining relationships with a variety of stakeholders within the University. Please describe **name of candidate** ability in building and maintaining relationships and share an example.
What are **name of candidate** greatest areas for growth?
What do you believe are **name of candidate** strengths which make them successful in their position?
What skills would you have liked to see **name of candidate** develop to reach their full potential?
What type of leader do you believe **name of candidate** would work best with?
What type of supervision do you believe is needed for **name of candidate**?
What was one of **name of candidate** most memorable accomplishments achieved while working with you?
