The first step in any great hire is defining the right role.  At FirstIdea, we complete a comprehensive job analysis for each position, including responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics (KSAOs). We document “job-relatedness,” ensuring compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines.  Our rigorous process includes:

• Documentation review – We examine current and best-practice documentation, including input other consulting companies ignore.
• Meetings with subject matter experts – We work with a diverse group of SMEs to gather important information and performance requirements.
• Job analysis questionnaires – These address relevant tasks, as well as the KSAOs and required performance.
• Establish linkages – Our comprehensive analysis provides a wealth of information that can be used to provide a linkage between tasks and competencies.
• Job analysis report – We develop a thorough report that includes behaviors, tasks, measures of criticality, and more.