1. Presented by: Diana Sobczynski, University of Oregon March 15-16, 2018
Position Descriptions in OZ How to make your position descriptions the Real Wizard of HR
Presented by: Diana Sobczynski, University of Oregon
March 15-16, 2018

2. Position Descriptions in OZ
Developing effective position descriptions can be one of the most important factors for attracting and retaining talent. However, it can be a very daunting task to begin; let alone complete! This skills-building session will provide you with tools and strategies to improve your techniques of writing position descriptions.

3. Session Rules of Etiquette
Please silence your cell phone.
If you must leave the session early, please do so as discreetly as possible.
Please avoid side conversation during the session.
Thank you for your cooperation!

4. Agenda Discuss the multiple uses for a Position Descriptions
Writing Techniques & Best Practices for crafting effective Position Descriptions
Considerations
Questions

5. HR & the Land of OZ
Changing Landscapes

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7. What Do Employees Have to Say About         
51%
What Do Employees Have to Say About
WORK?
U.S. workforce is not engaged 
63%
Process for advancement is not clear and looking for a new job 
38%
Satisfied with their jobs

8. Position descriptions​
Performance Management & Onboarding​
Career & Succession Planning​
Learning & Development​
Risk Management/Legal​
Recruitment
Compensation
Impact & Intersection

9. 3 EFFECTS 10% After Improving your position descriptions by 3.9%
Increase in Employee Engagement
3.6%
Commitment to the Job
5% Increase in “intent to stay”
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10. Anatomy of a Position Description
Writing Techniques & Best Practices

11. Anatomy of a Position Description
Position Summary
Job Duties
Working conditions
Minimum Qualifications 
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12. Position Summary Purpose of the position
Essential Function of the position
Interaction/work contacts
Job-related decision making
Budget Authority
Supervision
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13. Determining the Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Professional Competencies
Preferred Qualifications
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14. Job Duties
Essential
Incidental
Supervision
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15. Working Conditions
Physical Demands
Required Actions
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16. Working Conditions
Physical Demands
Required Actions
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17. Conclusions
Considerations
Questions

18. Considerations Collaborate Gather Data Update Tracking
Create a Succession Structure

20. Remember…
With a strong position description…

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22. Thank You
Diana Sobczynski Certificates of attendance, including any HRCI/SHRM Credits awarded, will be ed to attendees along with a link for feedback on today’s presentations.