Phone Screening
A preliminary interview conducted over the phone to assess basic qualifications and determine if a candidate should advance to the next stage of the hiring process.
Phone screenings are typically the first personal interaction between recruiters and candidates, designed to quickly evaluate fit and interest before investing time in longer interviews.
Common Phone Screening Topics:
- Salary expectations and requirements
- Availability and timeline
- Basic qualifications verification
- Interest level and motivation
- Location and relocation flexibility
Phone screenings typically last 15-30 minutes and are conducted by recruiters or HR personnel rather than hiring managers.
Examples
Recruiter callHR screeningPre-interview call
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