Chapter 7

Question 1

Job Analysis

Answer 1

The process of collecting information on which job descriptions are based

Question 2

Job description

Answer 2

A summary of duties, responsibilities and reporting relationships pertaining to a job

Question 3

Job specifications

Answer 3

The employee qualifications deemed necessary necessary to successfully perform the duties for a given job

Question 4

4 methods of job analysis

Answer 4

1. Observation
2. Interviews
3. Questionnaires
4. Functional job analysis

Question 5

Job evaluation methods - Ranking

Answer 5

The relative values of different jobs are determined by knowledgeable individuals

Question 6

Job evaluation method - Paired Comparison

Answer 6

Every job is compared with every other job, providing a basis for ranking of jobs

Question 7

Job evaluation method - classification/grading

Answer 7

The use of generic grade descriptions for value classes of jobs to assign pay grades to specific jobs

Question 8

Job evaluation method - factor comparison method

Answer 8

Assigns pay levels to jobs based on the extent to which they embody various job factors

Question 9

Job evaluation method - point method

Answer 9

Establishes job values by the application of points to each job based on compensable factors

Question 10

4 compensable factor categories

Answer 10

1. Skill (ex. Mental skill)
2. Effort (ex. Mental or physical effort)
3. Responsibility (supervision)
4. Working conditions

Question 11

When to update job evaluations (5)

Answer 11

1. The job itself changes
2. The strategy of the organization changes
3. Signs that the job evaluation system is no longer working effectively
4. Labour market conditions change
5. Legislative conditions require it

Question 12

Pay equity

Answer 12

Equal pay for work of equal value

Question 13

Pay Equity Act

Answer 13

To address historic gender discrimination in the compensation of employees in female jobs
Goal: to narrow the portion of the wage gap that is due to undervaluing the work traditionally done by women

Question 14

What % determines make or female job classes

Answer 14

60% or more female employees = female job class
70% or more male employees = male job class

Question 15

10 steps to conforming to pay equity requirements

Answer 15

1. Determine what rules apply (# of employees, federal vs private)
2. Identify male of female job class
3. Establish a body to conduct pay equity (union, committee)
4. Select a gender neutral job comparison system (point method recommended)
5. Collect job info (job analysis)
6. Compare jobs (job-to-job method, proportional vale method, proxy comparison method)
7. Check for permissible differences
8. Adjust compensation
9. Communicate the results
10. Maintain pay equity