Has anyone had to "interview" a potential new hire when you aren't the manager?

[beachbride08]

As the other ladies have said, they are usually more informal. They may be more comfortable asking you questions about the day to day responisbilities and culture of the team than asking the manager. Be honest, tell them the good and bad of the job so they have a clear picture of what the job is like. This will also help you see how they react to know if they will fit well in your work environment.