MHR 523 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Thought Experiment, Job Design, Job Analysis
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The function, goals, and objectives of the organization. How do we determine which jobs are to be analyzed. The process of systematically work into task that are required to perform a specific job- Step 5- writing job descrpitions and job specifications. Statement of duties, responsibilities, reporting, relationships and working conditions of the job. Statement of requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Restructuring, new product development, technological changes, competitors. Job analysis that focuses on competencies rather than a list of duties . Competencies: demonstrable characteristics that enable performance of a job. A thought experiment: in your head, lost your top three competencies. Job analysis that is neither updated or nor reviewed. Job description or specification that is too vague. Detailed job descriptions and specifications reduce the probability of. Essential job duties should be clearly identified. The only criteria examined should be knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the essential duties of the job.