 provide the knowledge required for entry into this position.
Identify the minimum number of full-time experience required in terms of years and the type of work experience that an employee needs to be qualified for the job.
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In stating required knowledge, include the level or depth of knowledge required for entry into the position. The following definitions should be helpful:
- Working knowledge: sufficient familiarity with the subject to know basic principles and terminology and to understand and solve simple problems.
- General knowledge: sufficient knowledge of a field to perform most work in normal situations. The work calls for comprehension of standard situations and includes knowledge of most of the significant aspects of the subject.
- Thorough knowledge: advanced knowledge of the subject matter. The work calls for sufficient comprehension of the subject area to solve unusual as well as common work problems, to be able to advise on technical matters, and to serve as a resource on the subject for others in the organization.
- Comprehensive knowledge: requires complete mastery and understanding of the subject. This term should be used sparingly and only for unusually exacting or responsible positions required to originate hypotheses, concepts, or approaches.
List specific skills and/or abilities required for incumbent to be successful in this
role; including designation of any required licenses or certifications. Some considerations
are: analytical, budget exposure, communication internal or external, computer, creative
thinking, customer service, decision-making, diversity, logical thinking, multi-tasking,
negotiation, problem solving, project management, supervision, teamwork, etc.
An expanded listing of the Required Qualifications which can be used to further determine
a person’s ability to be productive and successful in this job. These Preferred Qualifications
are “nice to have” but are not essential to carrying out the day to day functions
of the job. If included, the Preferred Qualifications can focus on any or all of the
following: education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Identify the physical demands and working conditions that relate directly to the essential job duties and responsibilities to be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Describe the type, intensity (how much), frequency (how often), and duration (how long) of physical or mental capabilities required.
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Job descriptions should be prepared in a manner that all components are accurately
stated to create a clear understanding of the role.