JOB ANALYSIS

Job analysis is the process of determining and recording tall the pertinent information about specific job, including the tasks involved, the knowledge and skill set required to perform the job, responsibilities of the job and the abilities required to perform the job successfully Job analysis is a recording of all activities involved in a job and the skill and knowledge requirements of the performer of the job Job analysis plays a key role in designing and managing the performance appraisal system in an organization Job analysis helps in identifying the key responsibility areas (KRAs) for a position and then setting the goals or objectives for the appraisal period Process of Job analysis Information gathering Info on Orgnl., structure i.e. the role of job in relation to other jobs in the orgn., the detailed description of the activities and responsibilities involved in the job Job-specific competency determination Based on the study and observation, the competencies required for the job are identified. This can also be done with inputs from the employees in the jobs being analyzed. Developing a job description A description of the tasks, responsibilities, duties and functions of the job is prepared. This forms the job description. Developing a job specification The job specification provides a complete list of competencies and qualifications required to match the job description. This is also prepared based on study, comparison or direct inputs from the job-holders. Methods of Job Analysis Observation method Individual interview method Group interview method Questionnaire method Technical conference method

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