WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A JOB ANALYSIS AND A JOB DESCRIPTION?
A job analysis is a systematic process to gather information
detailing job duties and responsibilities, physical and mental
demands, environmental factors and personal characteristics required
to perform job functions. This comprehensive report frequently
includes pictures of tasks performed. A job description is a report
of the positions, job duties and physical demands presented in an
easy to understand format. Focus On Intervention's job analyses and
job description reports are proprietary to our company and have been
developed throughout 25 years in business with continued
improvement.
OUR JOB ANALYSIS INCLUDES
- Review of company provided job descriptions
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Interview of company representatives and supervisors as well as
workers and co-workers to obtain the specific details regarding
the entire scope of job functions and physical demands
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Observation of job site/job duties being performed and
work-in-progress
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Calculation of the requirements of the position using specific
measuring tools
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Measurement of functional components, i.e. time spent performing
the various functions of the position, number of cycles or
repetitions, etc.
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Photographs and/or videotape (as requested) of job tasks being
performed
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Incorporation of tools and equipment utilized in the performance
of job tasks
