Analytical job evaluation is one of the two primary job evaluation methods used in labor research. This method involves evaluating individual activities within a position by breaking down the overall job requirements into distinct requirement types, which are then assessed separately.
The evaluation process follows these steps:
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Break down job requirements into specific types (e.g., skills, responsibilities, experience)
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Assess each requirement type individually
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Summing up the individual scores to determine the overall rating for the position
The resulting scores are adjusted by applying requirement weights to illustrate the relative importance of each requirement type. These weights ensure that more critical aspects of the job are given greater numerical value.
There are two main approaches within analytical job evaluation:
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Ranking methods: Where the positions are ranked based on their overall evaluation
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Step-value methods: Where positions are assigned specific step-values based on predefined criteria
One common example of an analytical method is the Geneva Scheme, which provides a detailed framework for evaluating job requirements and their relative importance.
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