Job Offers and Employment Relationships

This set of flashcards covers key concepts related to job offers, employment relationships, and the orientation process, aiming to aid in exam preparation.

What should organizations clarify about job offers?

Organizations should clarify what job offer receivers can expect, ensure promises or expectations are met, and specify job tasks, performance expectations, reporting relationships, compensation and benefits.

What are the potential implications of violated expectations in a new hire's role?

Implications include lower satisfaction, job insecurity, stress, and possible legal complications.

What is the difference between an employee and an independent contractor?

The relationship sought can be employer-employee or employer-independent contractor, which has implications for rights and responsibilities.

What are disclaimers in employment offers?

Disclaimers limit an employee's rights, explicitly stating that the employer makes no promises of job security and reserves the right to terminate the employment relationship.

What are some common contingencies in job offers?

Common contingencies include passing a particular test, medical exams, satisfactory background and reference checks, and proof of employability.

What is an Employee Value Proposition?

The total package of extrinsic and intrinsic rewards that the offered job provides to the finalist if the job offer is accepted.

What factors should be considered when shaping a job offer?

Factors include labor market conditions, timelines, and unique preferences of the applicant pool.

What elements are typically included in a job offer?

Elements include compensation and benefits, base pay, variable pay, signing bonuses, and relocation assistance.

What are Idiosyncratic Deals (I-deals) in employment?

I-deals are tailored work arrangements that meet the unique KSAOs of employees, such as flexible schedules or specific tasks that match their skills.

What types of agreements might restrict employees after employment?

Common agreements include confidentiality agreements, noncompete agreements, arbitration agreements, and payback agreements.

What should an organization consider regarding competitors when formulating a job offer?

Organizations should consider who competitors are and the terms and conditions they are offering for similar jobs.

What strategies can be used in presenting a job offer?

Strategies include a mechanical approach for efficiency, and a sales approach that fosters communication and interaction with the receiver.

What components of a job offer are commonly negotiable?

Commonly negotiable components include salary, signing bonuses, relocation expenses, and start dates.

What are key elements in employee socialization and orientation?

Key elements include meeting coworkers, understanding performance proficiency, learning organization goals, and becoming familiar with the workplace culture.

What is the concept of employment-at-will?

Employment-at-will allows either the employer or employee to unilaterally terminate the employment relationship without cause.