Interview Scoring Matrix
Candidate Information
Applicant Name:
CV Link:
Reviewer Name:
Date:06/03/2025
🔢 Scoring Scale
Rating
Score
Definition
5
Exceptional
Far exceeds expectations; outstanding skill mastery
4
Strong
Exceeds expectations; consistently strong performance
3
Meets Expectations
Fully meets expectations; solid and dependable
2
Below Expectations
Some skill gaps; partially meets requirements
1
Not Acceptable
Major gaps; does not meet role requirements
Total Score
Evaluation
41 – 50
Exceptional
31 – 40
Strong Candidate
21 – 30
Meets Minimum
10 – 20
Minimum Not Met
🗒 Interview Evaluation Rubric
Assessment Areas
5 (Exceptional)
4 (Strong)
3 (Adequate)
2 (Limited)
1 (Not Present)
Professional Communication
Demonstrates exceptional professionalism; highly articulate, engaging, clear, and confident in all communication.
Professional and articulate with only minor lapses. Communication remains clear and easy to follow.
Communication skills are sufficient but show occasional lack of clarity or confidence.
Struggles with communication clarity and engagement; professionalism inconsistent.
No professionalism or effective communication skills demonstrated.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Capabilities
Consistently demonstrates outstanding problem-solving and critical thinking; proactively proposes innovative solutions.
Demonstrates strong problem-solving ability; approaches problems with clear logic and analysis.
Displays basic problem-solving and critical thinking skills; handles straightforward issues adequately.
Limited problem-solving depth; struggles to analyze problems or think critically.
Unable to demonstrate effective problem-solving or critical thinking.
Collaborative Skills
Exceptional team player; demonstrates leadership, motivates others, and fosters collaboration.
Works well with others; contributes effectively in team environments.
Adequate contributor to team efforts; occasional challenges in collaboration.
Frequently struggles to collaborate; limited teamwork engagement.
Displays no ability to collaborate or work as part of a team.
Change Management and Resilience
Highly adaptable; quickly adjusts to new situations, feedback, or changing priorities.
Adapts well in most situations; open to feedback and learning.
Somewhat adaptable; may need support when facing change or ambiguity.
Struggles with adapting to change; resistant to feedback.
Demonstrates no flexibility or adaptability.
Domain Knowledge and Subject Matter Expertise
Deep knowledge of the industry; displays mastery and thought leadership.
Solid understanding of industry standards and trends; keeps current.
Adequate working knowledge of the industry; some gaps in awareness.
Limited industry knowledge; lacks awareness of current practices.
No demonstrated knowledge of industry or role-specific expertise.
Organizational Values Alignment
Fully aligned with company culture and values; exemplifies organizational principles.
Strong cultural fit; demonstrates shared values and principles.
Acceptable cultural fit; some areas may require adjustment.
Potential cultural misalignment; values not fully aligned.
Demonstrates misalignment with company culture and values.
Role-Specific Technical Competency
Mastery of job-relevant technical skills; performs independently at expert level.
Strong technical skills; performs tasks with minimal supervision.
Adequate technical skills; requires some supervision or guidance.
Technical skills are limited; needs frequent assistance.
Lacks technical proficiency for the role.
Initiative and Accountability
Proactively takes ownership, leads initiatives, and inspires others.
Frequently shows ownership and leadership potential.
Takes responsibility when assigned; occasional initiative.
Avoids ownership; requires external motivation.
No demonstrated leadership or ownership.
Development Potential and Learning Capacity
Exceptionally quick learner; actively seeks learning opportunities and growth.
Demonstrates strong learning ability; adapts to new knowledge quickly.
Learning ability is sufficient; requires support to develop new skills.
Struggles with learning new concepts; slow growth pace.
Lacks interest or ability to learn and improve.
Strategic Thinking and Decision Quality
Consistently makes sound, well-reasoned decisions even in complex situations.
Generally makes good decisions with appropriate reasoning.
Can make basic decisions; struggles with complex tradeoffs.
Frequently demonstrates poor judgment or indecisiveness.
Unable to make decisions or demonstrate sound judgment.
🔖 Summary & Recommendation
Total Score:
Hiring Recommendation:
✅ Strong Hire
✅ Hire
✅ Hold / Consider Alternatives
✅ Do Not Hire
Reviewer Comments (Optional):
Template
CRITERIA
5
4
3
2
1
Total
Professional Communication 0 4 0 0 0 4
Analytical and Problem-Solving Capabilities 5 0 0 0 0 5
Collaborative Skills 0 0 3 0 0 3
Change Management and Resilience 0 0 3 0 0 3
Domain Knowledge and Subject Matter Expertise 5 0 3 0 0 8
Organizational Values Alignment 0 4 0 0 0 4
Role-Specific Technical Competency 0 4 0 0 0 4