Job Analysis: Definition and Applications

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What is the purpose of Step 5 in obtaining a list of job duties from O*NET?

To generate a comprehensive list of job duties (correct)
To identify the O*NET database entry for the job
To compile the job's human requirements
To determine the educational requirements for the job

What is the purpose of Step 6 in the O*NET process?

To compile the job's human requirements (correct)
To obtain the job title from the O*NET database
To determine the physical demands of the job
To identify the work activities associated with the job

Which of the following is NOT a typical step in the process of obtaining job information from the O*NET database?

Determine the job's educational requirements
Analyze the job's work context
Compile the job's work activities (correct)
Identify the O*NET database entry for the job

Which step in the O*NET process focuses on identifying the specific tasks and responsibilities associated with a job?

Step 5 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Step 5 and Step 6 in the O*NET process?

Step 5 focuses on job duties, while Step 6 involves compiling the job's human requirements. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of job analysis?

To determine the skills and knowledge required for a job (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common method used in job analysis?

Performance appraisals (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential benefit of conducting job analysis?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

When should job analysis be conducted?

Periodically, to ensure job requirements are up-to-date (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using questionnaires to collect job analysis information?

Quick and efficient way to gather information from large numbers of employees (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common source of information for job analysis?

Customer feedback (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which method for collecting job analysis information is known for providing distorted information?

Individual employee interviews (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of using questionnaires to gather job analysis information?

Expense and time consumed in preparation (A) Signup and view all the answers

When should a structured checklist questionnaire be used for job analysis?

To interview job incumbents (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of using observation to collect job analysis information?

Noting physical activities as employees work (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why are groups of employee interviews considered unstructured?

Distorted information (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary task described in the given text?

Writing job descriptions (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a source for writing job descriptions?

Personal observations (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be included in the job descriptions?

Job summaries (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the process of writing job descriptions?

It should involve a combination of online and traditional methods (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the scope of the job descriptions mentioned in the text?

Comprehensive overviews of job responsibilities and functions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the given instruction?

To gather information for a job description or task analysis (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome of the instruction?

A prioritized list of the worker's duties (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the duties is emphasized in the instruction?

The importance and frequency of the duties (B) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of information is NOT requested in the instruction?

The order in which the duties are typically performed (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is implied about the worker's role in the given instruction?

The worker is familiar with their job responsibilities (C) Signup and view all the answers