Directing the personnel search part IV: the on-site interview

摘要

Purpose - This paper's purpose is to outline what goes into a well-done library personnel on-site interview. Design/methodology/approach - The paper reviews the need for planning and doing background checks leading up to the onsite interview and then suggests items to consider in both the planning and execution of a well thought-out onsite visit. Findings - The finding is that planning the onsite interview well is essential to knowing which candidate will work out the best in the long run. Practical implications - Hiring the right person through a well-thought out process can save time, trouble and expense for years to come. Social implications - All job seekers should be treated with respect remembering that all have been in that position and could be in that position again in the future. Originality/value - The value of the paper is in hiring the right person the first time using a process that is beneficial to everyone involved.