This article will show you exactly how to answer them and how to stand out in our supervisor interview.
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What kind of salary are you looking for in relation to this supervisor position?
This is the nitty-gritty time. Just how good are you at negotiating? After all, this is the kind of question that has tripped up even the best of us, particularly if you aren’t prepared.
If you throw out a figure that’s too high, you could be talking yourself right out of a job. However, if you say a number too low, you might get hired at that rate, leaving you underpaid. Because of this, you should do some research ahead of time and find out what other supervisors get paid around your area.
By doing some salary research, you have numbers to reference during the conversation. Hopefully, when the position is posted online or in the paper, there is an expected salary that is listed with it. But keep in mind that this is just the starting point. And if there wasn’t a salary range published, you aren’t at a loss if you’ve dug into the data yourself.
However, when you approach this question, it’s best to be a bit ambiguous. After all, this is a job interview, not a formal offer. Since that’s the case, it’s wise to build in a little room, allowing you to learn more about what the company has in mind and give yourself space to adjust as you learn more about the role.
EXAMPLE ANSWER:
Why Apply for the Position of Supervisor?
If your career aspirations are to reach a high level of responsibility, securing the position of supervisor is a positive step in the right direction.
As a gateway to middle management and beyond, a supervisory role is an opportunity for you to gain experience, develop leadership skills and make a strong impression on senior staff who can help advance your career.
As they are a step up the ladder and hold so much potential, supervisor roles are also highly sought after, and you’re likely to face tough competition in the application process.
To help you prepare, we have compiled a list of common competency-based and supervisor behavioral interview questions.
2 ‘Why Do You Want to Work for This Company?’
This is where your prior research of the company comes into play. What attracts you to the business?
It could be:
Make it clear that you are knowledgeable about the company.
For more information, see our article on Answering the Interview Question: “Why Do You Want to Work Here?”
‘How Would You Settle a Conflict Between Two Employees?’
Similar to question 5, this seeks to discover whether you can effectively handle your team and maintain its effectiveness.
It also ensures that you are aware of the importance of following human resource legislation and company procedures.
Your answer should address: