Personnel and Human Resources Flashcards

What is the purpose of position classification in public sector employment?

Answer: To group positions with similar duties and qualifications for fair and consistent compensation

Position classification groups jobs with similar duties, responsibilities, and qualifications into the same class, enabling fair and consistent pay across the organization.

Which interview technique asks candidates to describe past behavior in specific situations?

Answer: Behavioral interview

Behavioral interviewing asks candidates to provide specific examples of past behavior based on the premise that past performance predicts future performance.

What does FMLA provide to eligible employees?

Answer: Up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for qualifying family and medical reasons

The Family and Medical Leave Act provides eligible employees at covered employers up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for qualifying reasons.

What is the primary purpose of a classification and compensation study?

Answer: To ensure positions are properly classified and pay is competitive with the market

Classification and compensation studies review position classifications and compare pay to market benchmarks to ensure equitable internal classification and competitive external pay.

Which conflict resolution approach seeks a solution that meets the core needs of all parties?

Answer: Interest-based negotiation (win-win)

Interest-based negotiation focuses on underlying interests rather than stated positions to find solutions that satisfy the core needs of all parties.

What is the purpose of an exit interview when an employee leaves an organization?

Answer: To gather feedback on workplace issues and reasons for leaving to improve retention

Exit interviews gather candid feedback from departing employees about their experiences, reasons for leaving, and suggestions for improvement.