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Job Analysis and Job Descriptions

Job Analysis and Job Descriptions. OS352 HRM Fisher Sept. 16, 2004. Agenda. Job description exercise Trends in job analysis. Job description exercise. Break into small groups (4-5 people each) Discuss job analysis experiences Review task lists, other JA information

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Job Analysis and Job Descriptions

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  1. Job Analysis and Job Descriptions OS352 HRM Fisher Sept. 16, 2004

  2. Agenda • Job description exercise • Trends in job analysis

  3. Job description exercise • Break into small groups (4-5 people each) • Discuss job analysis experiences • Review task lists, other JA information • Using one task list, develop a job description • Present job description to the class

  4. Results of group discussions • Comments on job analyses • Methods used • Sources used • Issues with task statements • Were you missing information you needed to develop an adequate job description?

  5. Job specifications • The worker-oriented characteristics required for the job • Based on work performed in the job • What knowledge, skills, abilities, or other competencies are required for a person to do these things? • Critical for recruiting • Often part of an overall job description

  6. Job Analysis Trends • Dejobbing • Using person descriptors rather than job descriptors • Organization-wide competencies • Future-oriented (strategic) job modeling

  7. Discussion Question • How can job analysis, job descriptions, and job specifications help an organization uphold it’s legal responsibilities?

  8. For next class • Topic: Job design • What is the purpose of job design/redesign? • What are the different ways of approaching job redesign? • Keep in mind: • First exam on Sept. 23

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