What are Screening Questions?

Preselection involves asking additional questions to candidates in advance, during the application process, to ensure a more efficient selection and recruitment process. Candidates see these questions in the job ad and must answer them when applying.

This can be a key part of the hiring process, enabling employers to quickly filter applications, identify candidates who best meet their needs, and invite them to interviews. In your Infostud HR Lab account, we’ve introduced a new feature to help you obtain more relevant applications during the recruitment period, improving your selection decisions and processes.

Below are suggestions for 15 categories where preselection questions can be used, with sample questions for each:

1. Educational Qualifications
   Do you have a degree in [specific field, e.g., Computer Science]?
   Have you completed [specific course] required for this position?
2. Professional Licenses and Certificates
   Do you hold a valid [e.g., PMP, CPA] license?
   Do you possess a certification for [specific tool or skill, e.g., AWS Solutions Architect]?
3. Work Experience
   How many years of experience do you have in [field, e.g., digital marketing]?
   Have you worked in a role with similar responsibilities as this one?
4. Technical Skills
   Have you worked with [tool, e.g., Salesforce]?
   Do you know how to use [e.g., Python for data analysis]?
5. Language and Linguistic Skills
   Do you speak [language] at [e.g., business communication] level?
   Have you worked in a team where communication was conducted in [foreign language]?
6. Geographical Availability
   Are you willing to work from [location] or relocate there?
   Are you available for business travel up to [x]% of the time?
7. Work Hours and Availability
   Are you available to work on weekends or night shifts?
   Can you start working immediately, or do you need to serve a notice period?
8. Contract Type and Flexibility
   Would a fixed-term contract be suitable for this position?
   Are you open to freelance work, or are you only looking for full-time employment?
9. Driving Licenses and Transportation
   Do you have a driver’s license of category [e.g., B]?
   Do you have your own means of transportation for commuting to work?
10. Work Rights and Documentation
    Do you have the right to work in [country] without restrictions?
    Do you hold all the necessary work permits for this position?
11. Security Checks and References
    Are you willing to undergo a background or security check?
    Can you provide two professional references upon request?
12. Salary Expectations
    What is your minimum expected monthly salary?
    Does a salary range of [specify range] meet your expectations?
13. Adaptation to Organizational Culture
    Why are you interested in this position?
    Do you prefer working independently or as part of a team?
    Do you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment?
14. Motivation and Interests
    Which skills or areas do you wish to develop in the coming years?
15. Project-Specific or Role-Specific Requirements
    Have you worked on projects with deadlines shorter than a week?
    Have you managed projects that required working under pressure?

These questions can significantly streamline the recruitment process by helping you quickly identify the best candidates and make informed hiring decisions.