Job Interview

So the job market sucks. No big news there; But even though the market is in the (blank) you need to be careful when interviewing. I am going to cover a few important points that will not only help you with the interview but also ensure you find a job you will be happy with.

Now let me say you may need to settle for a lower pay rate or work with is not really in your ideal but you should not find yourself in the "Bait and Switch" position.

Now what follows are recommendations and not rules.

1. Ask to get your job function in writing now this may not be super detailed but should be fairly accurate. 
2. Ask to speak to your perspective co-workers without the manager present. THIS IS CRITICAL. You may learn things which will affect you decision.
1. What are their qualifications for the position they are in? (Education, time on job etc.)
2. Who was in the position before you and what happened to them?
3. Why are they hiring (was the last person fired or left?)
4. How are they on lunch (1/2 hour 1 hour)
5. if you work late one day can you come in late the following day.
6. Do people leave right at the end of there time or do they put in extra time?
7. Look at their desks and body language. 
3. If the manger says you CANNOT speak to your perspective co-workers then say thank you and walk away. Think about it what are they trying to hide?!
4. Get everything: salary, vacation days etc. in WRITING! 
5. NEVER MAKE A DECISION ON THE SPOT! Think it over and consider all expenses etc. 

Feel free to post your experiences. 

Good Luck in your search.