Title: Task Analysis Exercise

A task analysis should be conducted by supervisors for every position that reports to them. The purpose of the task analysis is define exactly what tasks a worker should perform in a given position and also what skills he/she should possess to complete the task assigned. The more detailed the information is, the easier it is for the manager to then evaluate the performance of each worker.

Instructions:

1. Choose any job title/position that you are familiar with and perform a task analysis for it. Include a skills inventory required for the position and then list out each task that the worker must perform within that job title/position.

1. Respond to the following prompts by explaining in one paragraph (5-7 sentences) for each:

1. How will you use a task analysis in your current or future role as a construction supervisor or manager?
2. How, if at all, does your task analysis differ from the job description used by your companys Human Resources department for recruiting and hiring?