Description
Can you tell me about a time when your supervisor wasn't available and you had to handle a situation on your own? How did you manage it?
1. Problem solving : Assesses the candidate’s ability to identify and solve problems independently without direct supervision.
2. Judgment : Evaluates the candidate’s capacity to make sound decisions when immediate direction is not available.
3. Initiative : Reflects on the candidate’s willingness to take action and address issues proactively.
4. Autonomy : Measures the candidate’s capability to work independently and responsibly.
1. Independence : Determines how the candidate functions when they're on their own, and their ability to continue work without being reliant on constant guidance.
2. Crisis management : Reveals how the candidate handles unexpected challenges and if they can stay calm and effective under pressure.
3. Resourcefulness : Assesses the candidate’s ability to make do with the resources at hand and to think outside the box if necessary.
4. Accountability : Examines if the candidate takes ownership of their decisions and actions in absence of their supervisor.
1. Focus on a specific instance : Provide a detailed example of a particular occasion where you had to act without supervisor guidance, explaining what the situation was, what actions you took, and the outcome.
2. Highlight communication : Discuss how you communicated with your team or with other departments if needed, in the absence of your supervisor, and how that communication impacted the situation.
3. Mention follow-up : Describe how you followed up on the situation once your supervisor became available, emphasizing how you kept them informed about the decisions and actions taken.