☛ Tell me about your previous work experience as an office assistant.

☛ What were your primary responsibilities?

☛ What type of duties did you handle in previous positions?

☛ What type of reporting structure did you work within in previous jobs?

☛ What skills do you consider to be your greatest strengths?

☛ Do you have experience maintaining office equipment? If so, what type of products?

☛ Tell me about a complex project you were tasked with completing under deadline.

☛ What type of documents and formats have you generated in the past?

☛ What have you done at your present/last company to increase revenues, cut costs or save time?

☛ Tell me what you’ve done to improve your skills as an office assistant.

☛ Why do you think you’re a great fit for this position?

☛ What type of schedule are you looking to work?

☛ Would you be available to work extra hours if needed?