Architecture Department Chair Interview Questions

31 Share a time when you willingly took on additional responsibilities or challenges. How did you successfully meet all of the demands of these responsibilities? (Make sure the candidate is a self-starter and can demonstrate some initiative.)
32 Share an example of when you went above and beyond the "call of duty". (Look for answers that show the candidate is dependable.)
33 Name a time when your patience was tested. How did you keep your emotions in check?
34 Provide an example of when you set expectations and monitored the performance of subordinates. What guidance and direction did you find most effective?
35 Share an experience in which you oversaw the assembly, fabrication, construction, maintenance, or modification of equipment. How did you communicate to the staff what you wanted?
36 Name a time when your creativity or alternative thinking solved a problem in your workplace.
37 Provide an example of when you were persistent in the face of obstacles.
38 Share an example of when you established and accomplished a goal that was personally challenging. What helped you succeed?
39 Provide a time when you worked in a rapidly evolving workplace. How did you deal with the change? (Make sure the candidate is flexible.)
40 Share an experience in which your willingness to lead or offer an opinion helped your company.
41 Describe research you have conducted. How did you publish your findings?
42 Provide an effective method you have used to initiate and facilitate classroom discussions. Share an experience.
43 Provide an experience in which you were sensitive to somone's needs or feelings. How did your helpfulness affect your work environment?
44 How do you balance cooperation with others and independent thinking? Share an example. (Try to determine if the candidate has a cooperative attitude or is otherwise good-natured.)
45 In your experience, what is the key to ensuring your company was compliant with all laws, regulations and standards that were applicable to your area of responsibility?