Several weeks ago, I answered a reader question about when to follow-up after a job interview. You can see my reply here. Shortly after, I received another question about following up after an interview:
Do you follow up with the supervisor who interviewed you or contact human resources? I contacted the supervisor who interviewed me to let her know I was still interested in job and ask when I would hear from her. She told me human resources would contact me and let me know if i got the job. How should I go about following up with human resources?
It’s a great question. I’ve mentioned before how bypassing HR can be a recipe for trouble. Here’s my suggestion:
Any other suggestions you would give to this reader about contacting human resources after an interview? Leave your thoughts in the comments.
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Hi! I'm Sharlyn Lauby, an HR pro turned consultant. I created the HR Bartender blog so people would have a friendly place to discuss workplace issues. And since, over the years, I've developed an appreciation for the culinary arts (translation: I'm a Foodie) you'll see some of that here too. So, pull up a stool and order your favorite drink . . . the bar is always open.
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I agree with you Sharlyn, asking is definitely the best way to go about it. But I also think a good interviewer will let the candidate know when they will hear whether they got the job or not. Then, wait the specified time before calling, and don’t call repeatedly!