Writing a Job Description

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What is the main purpose of the job title in a job description?

To describe the work activities involved in the job

To describe the nature of the job and aid in employee selection and recruitment (correct)

To list the tools and equipment used in the job

To evaluate the job performance of the employee

What is the primary purpose of the information in the 'Tools and Equipment Used' section?

To evaluate the job performance of the employee

To aid in employee selection and training (correct)

To describe the work activities involved in the job

To describe the job context and environment

What is the recommended length of the brief summary in a job description?

One page

One chapter

One paragraph (correct)

One sentence

What is included in the job context section of a job description?

Stress level, work schedule, physical demands, and other relevant information Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the work performance section in a job description?

To evaluate the job performance and set work standards Signup and view all the answers

What information should not be included in the job description?

The actual salary of the job Signup and view all the answers

What can be determined using Training Development?

The knowledge, skills and attitudes required for a position Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for the training and development of an employee?

The knowledge, skills and attitudes required for the position Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of identifying the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for a position?

To determine the training and development needs of an employee Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of identifying the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for a position?

Employee training and development Signup and view all the answers

What is Training Development primarily used for?

Determining training and development needs Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Knowledge' refer to in the context of a job?

Information that an individual possesses Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between 'Skills' and 'Abilities'?

Skills are learned, while Abilities are innate Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Others' category include?

Personal factors, such as personality and motivation Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Ability' in the context of a job?

A natural talent or aptitude Signup and view all the answers

How do 'Knowledge', 'Skills', and 'Abilities' differ?

Knowledge is information, Skills are learned capabilities, and Abilities are natural talents Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of a policy adopted by many organizations?

To promote the employee who performs the best in the job Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of promoting the best-performing employee?

Improved employee performance Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of promoting the best employee?

To improve overall job performance Signup and view all the answers

Why do organizations promote the best-performing employee?

To increase employee motivation Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of promoting the employee who performs the best?

Better overall job performance Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary outcome of job analysis for a human resource professional?

Job classification Signup and view all the answers

What is a key output of job analysis for human resource professionals?

Job classification systems Signup and view all the answers

What do human resource professionals use job analysis for?

To classify jobs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary application of job analysis in human resource management?

Job classification and description Signup and view all the answers

What is the main use of job analysis in human resource management?

To classify jobs and develop job descriptions Signup and view all the answers