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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Writing Effective Job Descriptions: A Practical Guide*
Description
This hands-on class is designed to teach HR Generalists and professionals with responsibility for job documentation how to write job descriptions for their organizations. Effective job descriptions are used to document job requirements, support wage and salary administration, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Topics
  • Learn why well-written job descriptions are important
  • Understand the legislation that affects job descriptions
  • Explore several different types of job documentation methods
  • Learn how to identify and collect job data
  • Select a job description format that meets your organization’s needs
  • Understand the importance of properly determining essential functions
  • Discover the difference between job responsibilities and job tasks
  • Assess the strengths and weaknesses of current descriptions
  • Practice writing each section of the job description
  • Trainer
    MEA Staff Trainer
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    Select  Date Length Location Fee
    11/4/2010 One Day (9am - 4pm) MEA King of Prussia Training Center Members $210.00   Non-Members $295.00
    Price includes all program materials and catered lunch.

    * This program has been approved for 6 recertification credit hours toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certificate Institute (HRCI). For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HRCI hompage at www.hrci.org.