CRSP Recruitment Planning & Job Analysis 3

Question 1

The O*NET database is primarily used by recruiters to:

Accepted Answer

Obtain standardized occupational task and KSA data for job analysis

Answer

O*NET provides detailed, standardized descriptions of occupational tasks, KSAs, and work context that support evidence-based job analysis.

Question 2

A competency that differentiates top performers from average performers is called a:

Accepted Answer

Differentiating competency

Answer

Differentiating competencies are those that distinguish superior performers from adequate ones and are particularly valuable in selection criteria.

Question 3

When demand forecasting predicts a labor surplus in a specific department, which is the LEAST disruptive strategy to address it?

Accepted Answer

Hiring freeze combined with natural attrition

Answer

A hiring freeze paired with attrition allows headcount to decrease gradually without the morale and legal risks associated with involuntary separations.

Question 4

Which element of a job description communicates the level of authority a role has and who the incumbent reports to?

Accepted Answer

Reporting relationships

Answer

Reporting relationships detail the chain of command, indicating the supervisor's title and any direct reports, clarifying organizational placement.

Question 5

A recruiter notices that 40% of new hires leave within 6 months. Analyzing job analysis data to better align role expectations is intended to address which root cause?

Accepted Answer

Realistic job preview gaps and person-job misfit

Answer

Early turnover often signals person-job misfit; updating job analysis ensures selection criteria and candidate communication reflect actual role demands.

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CRSP Recruitment Planning & Job Analysis 3