2.7 Key Terms
Key Terms
- Competency-Based Job Analysis: A method of job analysis that focuses on the specific skills, behaviours, and abilities needed for successful job performance. 2.3
- Methods of Data Collection: Various techniques are used to gather information for job analysis, including interviews, questionnaires, observations, and work diaries. 2.4
- Job Analysis: A systematic process used to identify and document the tasks, duties, responsibilities, and required qualifications of a job. 2.2
- National Occupational Classification (NOC): A standardized classification system in Canada that categorizes occupations based on job descriptions, skills, and duties. 2.4
- O*NET: The Occupational Information Network, a U.S.-based database that provides comprehensive information about job requirements, worker characteristics, and occupational attributes. 2.4
- Performance Appraisal: The process of evaluating an employee’s job performance against established criteria. 2.1
- Structured Questionnaire: A data collection tool used in job analysis that contains specific, predefined questions to gather consistent information from respondents. 2.4
- Subject Matter Experts (SMEs): Individuals with specialized knowledge and expertise about a particular job or field. 2.4
- Task-Based Job Analysis: A job analysis method that focuses on identifying and documenting the tasks and duties performed. 2.3
- Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities (TDRs): The specific actions and obligations associated with a job. 2.1
- Work Diary/Log: A record maintained by an employee documenting the frequency and timing of job tasks. 2.4
