Salma, It sounds like you have a great process in place. I like the fact that you involve others on the team to be part of the interview process. Organizational fit is such a key component and your process should help determine if the candidate is a fit. If you don't already do so, I would encourage you to establish a list of questions that you would ask all candidates. I assume you actually interviw at least two or three candidates. Asking them all the same questions allows for a good basis for comparison. Even if you are hiring someone for an established position, it is always wise also to review the job description in case the responsibilities might have evolved into something different. Pat