I applied online. I interviewed at Paylocity (Lake Mary, FL) in Sept 2017
Interview
Applied through Indeed.com
Next day got a email requesting skills test. You have 48 hours to take the test.
Test is timed. It has 4 parts (math, definitions, grammar and detail oriented)
You have 23 minutes total to complete. It was not hard in my opinion.
After a couple days I received an email requesting a 20 minute phone interview.
I was given three time slots to choose from.
I had the pleasure of speaking with Kalyn. The phone interview was like a natural conversation with a few behavioral interview questions.
I was then offered a face to face interview with a TL and a Manager. Again I was given three time slots to choose from. Kalyn advised me the interview will be about 1 hour long and will be asked more behavioral questions to be as detailed as possible using the STAR format.
(This is an interview you should study for.)
I interviewed with Megan and Kristen. They were both very warm and nice.
After the interview I was given a tour of the office space. Nice work space. An ideal work environment.
I interviewed on Thursday and was told I would hear back with answer by Tuesday. I got an email Friday (earlier than anticipated). I did not get the position. I got a basic email stating the candidates were competitive and they will keep my resume on file. I emailed back asking for more details. I appreciate constructive criticism for personal growth. I received an email back repeating the same. It seems they made their mind up about me quickly. More than likely before I left the building. The two who interviewed me explained neither of them came to Paylocity with experience in the industry. This made me feel confident I was a serious consideration.
Looking back, I would have responded to some questions differently.
1. Don't Mention "One call resolution". Paylocity does not believe in that. I meant I aim to resolve the current issue with the one call, even going the extra mile. For Paylocity that is not necessary.
2. Don't mention you "mastered" your last position (Meaning I was a top performer). Again that term did not fit with Paylocity. You will not "master" this position.
3. Do not mention you volunteer or do any community service for school or church. This was a concern that it may interfere with my job. It does not show good character as one would think.
4. DO NOT ask about benefits. Wrong impression.
Again if I had another chance I would have answered the questions a little different and choose better terms.
It was a learning experience. Study for this interview. There is psychology in it. It's a company to earn a position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Mixture from face to face and phone interview. Not word for word, but paraphrased.
1. Tell me about a time you were misunderstood and how you handled it.
2. Tell me about a time you created a document you created and it got positive response.
3. What did you like most about your last job?
4. What do you dislike most about working with people whether its coworkers or customers?
5.Tell me about a time after you did all you could to satisfy a customer and thy were still not satisfied.
6. Tell me about a time you had to learn new software.
7. What software have you worked with?
8. Tell me about a challenge you face working for your last employer.
9. Why do you want to work for Paylocity?
10. Rate yourself on a 1-10 your ability to work with software.
Good luck! :)
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Paylocity (Schaumburg, IL)
Interview
Nice interview and interviewee. Did my first phone call interview and everything seems nice and straight to the point. I was informed about the pay and busy seasons but looking at the previous reviews, it is kind of making me raise some eyebrows.
A Personality test online, then a skills test online mostly math based questions, Phone interview, in person interview. Meet with multiple people from multiple departments. Did not describe on answer job specific questions I had.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe your weaknesses and how you keep them from affecting your work.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Paylocity (Sanford, FL) in Oct 2024
Interview
The interviewer was well versed and very cordial during the process, She was very considerate and was willing to take time to get answers to questions. They were not at all too forward and also took tome towards the end of the interview to ask if I had any questions for her.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How many calls per day do you think you has both inbound and outbound calls.