Adrienne, You have established a good process which works for you. I like the fact that you start with the job description. The job description is the foundation of any new hiring process. I am pleased to see that you begin with a review of that document. I also like the fact that you are looking for organizational fit. You want to make certain that any new employee will fit in with others in the department. The other step that I believe is important is to create a list of questions which will be asked of all candidates. This gives you a basis for comparison. You are smart to consider your calendar as you prepare for your interview. You never know how long an interview will run. You try to stay within the planned timeframe but that is not always possible. Having some flexibility allows you to relax and not be so time conscious. It goes without saying that you want to make the candidate comfortable. I like all of the steps that you have identified which you use in your process. Dr. Patricia Kapper