* How many people have you supervised in the past?
* Have you personally hired, trained, and coached staff?
* How do you handle difficult employees?
* Have you ever fired someone due to erratic behavior?
* If so, explain what process or steps you used to conduct the dismissal?
* Describe your management philosophy.
* How would your subordinates describe your management style?
* What aspects of your previous positions have you excelled in? Problem issues?
* Why should we choose you over other applicants?
* How do you decide important decisions?
* With your past (or most recent) employer, what have you done to cut costs? Provide a couple of examples.
* How do you motivate your staff to produce optimal performance?
* What makes you unique as a leader?
* What have been your most recognized achievements from the last 2-3 years?
* What type of programs have you introduced to streamline internal operations?
* Have you been involved in renegotiating contracts with small to large vendors? How successful were you?
* Do you have experience working with union and non-union personnel?
* Have you received any awards or recognition that you're particularly proud of?
* How would you describe your personality?
* When a problem arises, do you pause and think of a solution, or do you act immediately with what seems right?
* How many hours do you typically work?
* Are you someone who will stay until the job is done, or do you typically leave when you shift is through?
* What techniques do you use to rally your team?
