Telephone Prescreen Form
What is this form?
The Telephone Prescreen Form is a document used by employers to conduct thorough phone interviews with potential employees. This form facilitates a structured conversation to gather more information about the candidate, helping employers assess if there is a good fit for the position. Unlike general interview guides, this form provides a standard format to ensure all relevant topics are covered during the prescreening process.
Form components explained
- Section for the position title being applied for.
- Field for the company name.
- Opening statement introducing the purpose of the interview.
- Question about the candidate's motivation for applying.
- Space for additional notes or observations during the call.
Situations where this form applies
This form is particularly useful when an employer wants to screen candidates efficiently before inviting them for an in-person interview. It can help identify suitable applicants by gathering essential information and assessing their fit for the organization. Use this form during the initial hiring phase to streamline the recruiting process.
Who should use this form
- Human resources professionals conducting initial screening interviews.
- Hiring managers evaluating candidates for specific job openings.
- Recruiters seeking a standardized method for telephone interviews.
- Companies of any size looking to improve their hiring processes.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the position title for which the candidate is applying.
- Insert the name of your company in the designated field.
- Prepare an opening statement to introduce the interview and its purpose.
- Ask the candidate why they applied for the position and take notes.
- Make any additional notes regarding the candidate's responses for future reference.
Does this form need to be notarized?
This form does not typically require notarization to be legally valid. However, some jurisdictions or document types may still require it. US Legal Forms provides secure online notarization powered by Notarize, available 24/7 for added convenience.
Common mistakes
- Failing to ask all the questions in the form.
- Not taking detailed notes during the interview for future reference.
- Overlooking the importance of a structured opening statement.
- Using unclear language that confuses the candidate.
Why use this form online
- Convenient access to a standardized interviewing format.
- Editable fields allow for personalization based on the position and candidate.
- Easy to store and retrieve for record-keeping and compliance.
- Drafted by licensed attorneys to ensure legal adequacy.
Legal requirements by state
This form is a general form that can be adapted for use in different states. Since each state has its own laws, make any needed updates before completing it.
Main things to remember
- The Telephone Prescreen Form helps employers conduct effective phone interviews.
- Structured questions lead to better candidate assessment.
- Utilizing this form can streamline the hiring process and improve candidate selection.
- This form is applicable across multiple states, making it versatile for various employers.
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FAQ
Determine what really matters. Read their resume. Clear your mind of bias. Be prepared to discuss. 1) Availability/flexibility. 2) Salary expectations. 3) Candidate interest. 4) Knowledge of your company.
The goal of a phone interview is an invitation to come to the employer's location for an in-person interview. Phone interviews are typically called "phone screens" by the employer because they are screening candidates. These interviews are short, usually less than 30 minutes and may be as short as 10 minutes.
The purpose of the phone screen interview is to determine whether a candidate deserves an interview. Bias can diminish its effectiveness. If you were impressed by a candidate's resume and you're already determined to bring them in for an interview, the call is obsolete.
Pre-screen interviews are usually conducted by the organization's Human Resources (HR) representatives or recruiters to narrow down applicants in the candidate selection process, saving the hiring managers time while learning more about the qualified candidates prior to the actual in-person interview.
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Telephone interviews are used by companies to screen candidates and narrow the pool of ap- plicants who will be invited for in-person interviews.Companies also use telephone interviews to differentiate between candidates who appear similar on paper and to determine organizational fit.
Put simply, a pre-screen call is an informal interview that happens over the phone. It should be between the hiring managers, HR representatives or the team leader who is hiring for the position. In these calls, informal questions should be asked so that your team lead and the candidate can get onto the same page.
Phone screen refers to the step in the recruitment process which occurs after narrowing the applicant pool through candidate's resume and before asking them to come for an in-person interview. Generally conducted over a call it's used to asses the suitability for a particular role and find more about the candidate.
