Whether in person or virtual, the interview will take approximately 30 minutes to one hour, depending on the role, and will be a combination of behavioural and technical questions. You will meet with a panel of 1-3 relevant stakeholders from the department you’re applying to, as well as a representative from Human Resources. Depending on the level of the position, in addition to stakeholders from the department you’re applying to, your interview panel may include a member of the Town’s management or senior management team.
In order to fully answer the interview questions to the best of your ability, ensure you are answering questions using the STAR method:
- Situation: Set the scene and give the necessary details of your example.
- Task: Describe what your responsibility was in that situation.
- Action: Explain exactly what steps you took to address it.
- Result: Share what outcomes your actions achieved.