Human Resources Management (HRM 590)
Final Course Project Submission: Compensation Decisions
Anita Craine
December 9, 2012
Professor John Dibenedetto

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Literature Review………………………………………………………Pages 1-6 • Method of Job analysis • Importance of Task Statements and KSA Statements • Recruitment and Selection • Performance Evaluation • Compensation
Resources……………………………………………….……….....Page 7
Compensation Decisions………………………………………………Pages 8-9

LITERATURE REVIEW: The role of a Human Resource department is ever changing in today’s volatile business environment. Over the years HR have become strong strategic partners within an organization by providing functions such as recruitment, …show more content…

A body of information applied directly to the performance of a job function. Skill statements refer to the proficient manual, verbal or mental manipulation of data or things. Skills can be readily measured by a performance test where quantity and quality of performance are tested, usually within an established time limit. Ability statements refer to the power to perform an observable activity at the present time. This means that abilities have been evidenced through activities or behaviors that are similar to those required on the job. The creation of these statements will take considerable thought and insight. However, the rewards of conducting this due diligence before taking on the task of hiring a new employee, makes the process very simple and less stressful. Everything is clearly defined and above all, measurable in the future.
RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION: Once the Job analysis, Task statements, KSA statements and the job description are completed, the next step is to search for candidates. I believe the best place to begin the job search is from within the organization. My reason for this is that the employees are already indoctrinated into the organization culture. Internal job postings are a great start to the process of recruiting new employees. They have a great familiarity with the company and may be able to attract potential