Job Analysis and Job Descriptions

The foundation of every employment decision begins with job analysis and the development of job descriptions. Accurate information on all jobs is necessary to efficiently lead the operations of any business. Job analysis identifies the purpose and responsibilities of a job, along with the tasks, methods, relationship to other jobs, and job qualifications. Competition and equal employment opportunity legislation have made job analysis a mandatory consideration for all businesses. Job Descriptions are the most visible output from job analysis and are used in selection, training, performance appraisal, and compensation.

Job Descriptions should be practical and dynamic. A well-written job description is flexible and will encourage employees to grow within their positions and make larger contributions to your company. Don’t get stuck with inflexible job descriptions that keep your employees from trying anything new. A well-written job description will keep your employees from saying, “It’s not in my job description.”

Job descriptions also serve as the basis for interviewing and hiring decisions. A clear and concise job description makes it easy to build interview questions that lead you to hiring the best person for the job. Click here to learn more about Behavior-Based Interviewing.

Peter Barron Stark & Associates, Inc. will help you conduct a job analysis and create job descriptions that will enable you to hire smart and manage effectively. Click here to contact us.