1. Job Analysis and Job Descriptions
OS352 HRM
Fisher
Feb. 2, 2005

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
What are the important elements of a job description?
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 Organization-wide competencies
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 Keep in mind:
First exam on February 9
Will briefly review for exam in class on Feb 7