ABSTRACT
The process by which individual jobs are analyzed in order to determine the specific responsibilities, working conditions, and requirements of the position. A human resource specialist, the employee, the employee's supervisor, or an external consultant may conduct the job analysis. Methods used for gathering the information used in job analysis include interviews, surveys, observations, and journaling (i.e. having the employee record tasks undertaken as they are performed). Job analysis information supports many important employee resourcing functions such as recruitment, selection, performance evaluation, and pay scales. It can also provide useful information in support of improved job design leading to enhanced employee motivation and organizational effectiveness.
