Answering Skills refers to the ability to

1) address the issue being considered;

2) present information in a clear and concise manner;

3) organize information in a logical and sequential order;

4) adjust responses appropriately to a variety of audiences; and

5) paces conversation to convey necessary information and achieve purpose. Order, logic, imagination, intelligence, and
other personal qualities are reflected in the way answers are given. All information presented should be relevant to the
question being asked. Responses refer to the quality of the answers given. The candidate should reflect on the questions
to provide thoughtful and insightful responses. A well though-out answer engages the interviewers attention and gives
insight into the candidates personal qualities, skills goals, and experiences. Relevant examples and illustrations support
the answers. The candidate should speak with certainty and conviction.

Overall Effectiveness measured the 1) nature of information provided; 2) manner in which it was communicated; 3)
overall impression it created, and 4) rapport established between the interviewer and candidate. Some of the questions
to consider are: Did the candidate able to achieve a positive impression of this/her skill, experiences, and personal
qualities?

Appearance refers to the appropriate attire for the candidate.

 JOB INTERVIEW SCORING RUBRIC
Name:__________________________ Date:_____________________

Time of Interview:_________________ Time Arrived:_______________

Position:________________________ Interviewed by:______________

Competency Needs Work Better Best

First Impressions Shows up late for the Shows up on time for Shows up early for the
interview, does not the interview with a interview with a copy of
shake hands, and/or copy of the resume in the resume in hand
chews gum; does not hand
bring a copy of the
resume or references

Preparation Knows nothing about Knows some general Has researched the
the company or seems information about the company and the
to make up information company and/or its position thoroughly and
as he/she goes along purpose is apparent by answers
given in response to
questions

Personal Attributes Overbearing, Somewhat nervous, Good eye contact and

overaggressive, some lapses in eye poise during interview;
egotistical; or shy, contact; speaks too confident
reserved, and overly loudly or softly
nervous

General Attitude Lack of interest and Seems interested in the Interested in the
enthusiasm about the position but could be position and
position; passive and better prepared or enthusiastic about the
indifferent; or overly informed on certain interview
enthusiastic topics

Personal Appearance Dressed way below Dressed similar to what Dressed in appropriate
what is expected for employees in that business attire; no
someone in that position would wear or sandals, tennis shoes, t-
position or "overdoes it" in business casual shirts, shorts, short
(too much makeup, clothes. skirts, etc.
jewelry, cologne, etc.)

Responses Answers with "yes" or Gives well-constructed Gives well-constructed,

"no" and fails to responses, but sounds confident responses
elaborate or explain; rehearsed or unsure that are genuine
talks negatively about
past employers

OVERALL