Interviews With Applicants

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I limited in the types of questions that I can ask during an interview?

Yes. Federal law does not prohibit an employer from asking any question, but there can be serious consequences if such questions lead to discrimination in hiring. Some states are more stringent than the federal government and will prohibit an employer from asking certain types of questions. The basic rule is that any question may be asked so long as it is necessary or closely related to the job that the applicant is seeking. In the case of a complaint, the employer must be able to demonstrate that their intent in asking a particular question was to determine whether the applicant met a legitimate qualification for the job.