What should be looked for when interviewing?

Can the applicant do the job?
Will the applicant be motivated to do the job?

What should be covered during an interview?

Job Related Questions

• What past experience makes the applicant able to perform this job?
• What job related or educational experience enhances the applicant's ability to do the job?
• What problems did the applicant have on his/her previous job?
• What he or she like and/or disliked about the previous job?
• Reasons for leaving previous job

Knowledge of relevant job skills
Job interest and goals
References
Any limitations as to what the applicant can and cannot do
- hours and days worked
Explanation of job in great detail to applicant

What should be avoided when interviewing?

Age
Color or Race
Marital Status
Pregnancy and pregnancy related medical history
Health and General Physical Requirements
Sexual Preferences
Appearance and Grooming Requirements
Credit Ratings
Membership in organizations, religious preferences, names of relatives
Citizenship
Honorable Discharge from Service

What would be appropriate reasons for not hiring?

No previous, or insufficient job experience
Lacks qualifications
Found a more qualified candidate
Bad references
Falsification on application