Desired Job Categorization: After consulting O*Net to gain further information about representative elements of your chosen job, please describe the following:
An appropriate job descriiption for the role.
Explanation of the key “Knowledge,” “Skills,” and “Abilities” for the job as identified in O*Net.
Job Qualification and Performance Criteria: Interview three mentors (see notes for Appendix below) about the nature of the tasks and other expectations of the job. Based on those conversations prepare a report containing the following:
Representative selection criteria that firms would use to identify suitable candidates when staffing this position, along with the typical hiring processes that firms use for this position.
Representative criteria for the following three levels of performance for this position: 1 = “meet expectations,” 2 = “exceed expectations,” and 3 = “outstanding”.
What are perceived to be the greatest challenges to achieving high performance in this position?
What sorts of changes in this profession are likely to occur as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic?
Personal Reflection: Ascertain your ability to be effective in this position as well as what you need to improve to succeed in this role between now and the time you graduate. Be sure to address each of the following elements in this section of the assignment:
Based on what you have learned about the job—particularly what your mentors have told you—explain what factors you feel you will be able to highlight that would cause employers to consider you as a top candidate.
Discuss how relevant theories covered in this course will help you better anticipate the needs of the job (e.g., motivation, job design, teamwork).
Outline what steps you are taking and/or will take to secure an internship that is related to your desired job.
Explain how you can address your current personal fit and shortcomings for this job between now and when you begin to apply for such positions.
Note: make up mentors and use O*Net database
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