Question

A software firm has an opening for a software programmer. Jason, the HR manager, is making a list of all the tasks, duties, and responsibilities that make up a software programmer's job. He then lists the knowledge, skills, and abilities that a candidate should possess in order for him/her to perform the job. This is the process of developing a job ________.

Answer 1

Answer: Job analysis

Explanation:

A job analysis generates:

•Information about the job and the individuals performing the job.

•Job description: tasks, responsibilities, working conditions, work activities, etc.

•Job specification: employee characteristics (abilities, skills, knowledge, tools, values, interests, etc.) needed to perform the job

•Performance standards.