activity 2

Activity 2: Job Analysis

Using the job you chose in Activity 1. Research your job on O*Net, use previous research and your textbook to complete the following:

1. For your job, what type job analysis (e.g. person-oriented, job-oriented, combination) is the most appropriate? Explain/Defend your answer.

2. Identify one essential function of this job using your research. Explain why this is an essential function.

3. What type of “information gathering” method is the most appropriate for this job and your choice of job analysis? For example, methods include inventories, interviews, observations, etc. Explain/Defend your answer. List at least on pro and one con to this type of method.