5 Position Descriptions and Performance Standards

Flashcards covering key foundational terms, labor law classifications, scope of authority levels, working conditions, and performance standards from Chapter 5.

Position Description

Also called a job description, it defines the requirements of a particular job.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

The basic federal wage and hour law governing overtime pay.

Exempt Employee

A salaried employee exempted from FLSA overtime provisions.

Nonexempt Employee

An hourly employee eligible for overtime pay under the FLSA.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Federal law that protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination in employment.

Summary Statement

The opening statement that condenses the responsibilities of a position; also known as a position summary, umbrella statement, position purpose or goal, mission statement, or function statement.

Level 1 Authority

Unlimited authority where an employee acts without consulting superiors.

Level 2 Authority

Authority with some limits, where an employee acts and then informs their manager afterward.

Level 3 Authority

Authority level where approval is required before taking action.

Working Conditions

Aspects of the work environment including physical space, temperature variations, ambient noise, and exposure to infectious agents, chemicals, radiation, and other hazards.

Compliance Standards

Performance standards concerning adherence to organizational policies and procedures.

Temperament & Interrelationship Standards

Performance standards pertaining to work habits, initiative, creativity, self-development, reliability, and communication skills.

Task Standards

Performance standards based on outcomes and results, such as quality and punctuality.