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University Administrator Mock Interview

To help you prepare for your University Administrator interview, here are 35 interview questions and answer examples.

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How do you evaluate success in a professional capacity?

Preparation for this question involves thinking about what success means to you and researching the university you're interviewing with to determine what success means to them. This includes factors like job/task completion, efficiency, customer/student/stakeholder satisfaction, how your work moves you toward your professional goals, etc.

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35 University Administrator Interview Questions & Answers

Below is a list of our University Administrator interview questions. Click on any interview question to view our answer advice and answer examples. You may view six answer examples before our paywall loads. Afterwards, you'll be asked to upgrade to view the rest of our answers.

  • Accomplishment

    1. How do you evaluate success in a professional capacity?

  • Behavioral

    2. How do you ensure you have clearly and accurately understood an inquiry or request that has been allocated to you?

  • Behavioral

    3. Give an example of a time when you have had to re-prioritize your workload to handle competing priorities. How did you handle this and what was the outcome?

  • Behavioral

    4. Give an example of a time when you have been faced with a challenging situation. How did you overcome this, and what did you learn from it?

  • Behavioral

    5. How would your current or former employer describe you?

  • Behavioral

    6. Describe an experience you have had dealing with a difficult person. How did you handle the situation and what was the outcome?

  • Behavioral

    7. Tell me how you organize, plan, and prioritize your work. Do you use specific tools or techniques to assist you in the workplace?

  • Behavioral

    8. Give an example of a time when you have had to work within a pressurized environment. How did you react?

  • Behavioral

    9. Give an example of a time when you have had to implement a new process or procedure to solve a business issue. What was the outcome of this?

  • Behavioral

    10. Due to the nature of the role, you may sometimes be required to complete some lengthy data input tasks. How will you ensure you remain focused and motivated on the task at hand?

  • Behavioral

    11. Your workload as a university administrator will likely fluctuate throughout the year. How do you plan to handle stressful or busy times such as admissions and graduation weeks?

  • Behavioral

    12. Can you give an example of a time when you have had to deal with a difficult or disappointing outcome? How did you handle this and move forward?

  • Behavioral

    13. What do you think is your biggest professional weakness?

  • Behavioral

    14. What motivates you to succeed?

  • Career Goals

    15. What are your future career aspirations and where do you see yourself in five years?

  • Competency

    16. Why is data protection important and what measures could be taken within this role to ensure information is stored correctly?

  • Customer Service

    17. What do you think are the most important skills required when working in a customer-facing position?

  • Customer Service

    18. Give an example of a time when you have delivered excellent customer service.

  • Direct

    19. What do you know about our university?

  • Discovery

    20. What does Equality of Opportunity mean to you?

  • Discovery

    21. What is your availability for this role? Do you have any specific requirements we need to take into consideration?

  • Discovery

    22. What role do you feel an administrator plays in an office dynamic?

  • Discovery

    23. We are interested to know what motivated you to apply for this role? Why do you want to work for our university?

  • Education

    24. Tell me about your education. How has this prepared you for a career as a university administrator?

  • Experience

    25. Tell us about your previous work/professional experience. How do you feel this will be transferable into the position you have applied for?

  • Experience

    26. What different computer systems do you have experience with in an office setting?

  • Experience

    27. Please describe the types of programs you have led or facilitated in a university setting.

  • Experience

    28. Please describe your experience managing budgets or other related financial information.

  • Experience

    29. What types of social programs or events do you have experience managing?

  • Experience

    30. As a university administrator, we require expertise and education within the department you will be working in. Please describe your experience in XYZ area.

  • Experience

    31. You will counsel students in your role as a university administrator. What experience do you have in this area?

  • Teamwork

    32. What behaviors and skills do you feel are essential when working as a team?

  • Teamwork

    33. How would you define teamwork?

  • Tough

    34. If you are hired, how do you intend to make an impact within the role of University Administrator?

  • Tough

    35. Why are you the best candidate for the role of University Administrator and what can you bring to the team?