[He's glad to hear it, and he's particularly thankful that Zavala isn't trying to get out of it.]

We can skip the interview portion of the hiring process, but if you stop by I can walk you through exactly what it is that I have in mind for what you will be doing.

[And since he can tell Zavala is a little embarrassed and not so eager about this kind of thing, he makes sure to mention that it's only temporary.]

It is just until I find someone else. Or you may come to find it rewarding and decide to stay.