The Manager's Pocket Guide to Interviewing and Hiring Top Performers

Process for Job Analysis.

The job analysis process involves the following steps:

A.   Involve the key players. These include top performers who already fill that position, managers, supervisors, and Human Resources. Getting feedback from all of these people will help you get an accurate idea of what it takes to be successful in the position.

B.   Establish core areas. These are the major responsibilities of the position.

C.   Identify task list. These are the specific tasks associated with each of the core areas.

D.   Gain agreement. The key players need to agree that the analysis you have determined is accurate, thorough, and representative of the requirements and needs of the position.

For example, let’s say you are a financial institution ...