Job Analysis & Design in Human Resource Management

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to Job Analysis and Design in Human Resource Management, as discussed in the lecture.

Job Analysis (JA)

The process of collecting specific information about specific jobs.

Job Descriptions

Summary reports that identify, define, and describe a job as it is actually performed.

Job Specifications

Indicate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics needed to perform a job.

Performance Standards

Define acceptable performance criteria and serve as the basis for performance assessments.

Job Family

Broadly similar jobs that make up one category, e.g., HR, Legal, Marketing.

Job Task

The entirety of tasks performed by one employee that comprise all work assignments.

Employee Characteristics

Skills and knowledge required for a job, including professional, technical, verbal, written, and leadership skills.

Data Collection Process

Methods for collecting job analysis data, such as questionnaires, interviews, and observations.

Competency Model

Broadly applicable knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary for success in a given job.

Job Design

The process of defining how work will be done and the tasks that will be required to fulfill an organization's needs.