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Assignment:
Chapter covers all aspects of human resource management (HRM), which includes finding, developing, and keeping employees. And HR managers today say that finding good employees is their top challenge. While you might not think about it this way, being a college student is a job of sorts. Whether you are a full-time or part-time student, the fact is that completing a degree requires you to engage in certain activities and fulfill a number of obligations and responsibilities. In addition, you need certain qualities in order to be successful. This is a job that you know a lot about because you're currently performing it. And you know that there are many aspects that aren't necessarily easy or glamorous, although the rewards will absolutely be worth it.
You will reflect on your experiences and conduct an informal job analysis in order to make a job posting for the position of a "College Student." This will provide you with some practice for analyzing jobs and creating descriptions and specifications in the future. If you are looking for some inspiration for this assignment, be sure to check out some job posting sites such as Indeed, Monster, etc.
Recall that a job analysis is a critical first step for recruitment so that applicants have a realistic preview of the job for which they are applying. A job analysis generates two outcomes: a job description and a job specification. A job description will outline the tasks, duties, and responsibilities of someone performing a job. A job specification will outline the qualifications that are necessary in order to perform a job successfully. During your time as a student, think about everything that you have had to do in order to fulfill this role and the qualities/characteristics/traits/abilities/knowledge you have to possess in order to perform at a high level as a college student.
You are most likely vacating this position in the future after you graduate, so imagine that your posting will help to "fill" the position of student you will be vacating. You will want to ensure that future students know what they are about to do and what they need in order to do it well. You want the best to fill your position, so make sure your job posting will attract the best! You are welcome to insert some humor into your job posting, as we know that laughter is often the best medicine, but be sure to include an accurate description and specification as part of your creation.