SELECTION OF EMPLOYEES Step 2 - review the application form &

credentials carefully
SELECTION ●​ Provides basic employment info
-​ Concerned with identifying the best ●​ Screen out unqualified applicants
candidate/s from the pool of ●​ Qualifications, skills, experience
qualified applicants developed ●​ Employment gaps. Employment
during the recruiting process. history (dates of employment)
_________________________________ ●​ Spelling, grammar, and
Why is the selection process punctuation (attention to detail,
important? polished resume)
1.​ Performance always depends in ●​ Evidence of career plateau
part on employees (improvement in the applicant's
2.​ It is costly to recruit and hire career over the years)
employees ●​ Failure to follow directions
3.​ Company objectives are better ●​ Failure to include a cover letter
achieved by workers who have (high-quality cover letter)
been properly selected based on _________________________________
their qualifications. Step 3 - employment interview
4.​ An incompetent worker is a liability ●​ Face-to-face meeting with the
to the company causing direct applicant/s
losses to the company ●​ A chance to get to know the
5.​ Applicants have varying degrees of applicant better
intelligence, aptitudes, and abilities ●​ Develop a list of questions
6.​ Labor laws protect employees ●​ Review requirements and compare
making it difficult to terminate or with resumes of candidates
dismiss an incompetent employee ●​ Take notes in the area of a
_________________________________ person’s job history
Steps in the Selection Process ●​ Structured and unstructured
interview
●​ Interview format
●​ Asked the same basic question
relating to the job
●​ Allow candidates to see the
workplace if needed
●​ Describe the essential functions of
each candidate
●​ If possible all candidates should be
interviewed by the same people
_________________________________
Step 4 - employment testing
●​ An effective tool for screening
_________________________________ applicants
Step 1 - define the job before hiring
●​ Perform JA (Job Analysis) Types of tests
●​ Prepare JD (Job Description) ●​ Cognitive test (reasoning, memory,
●​ Prepare JS (Job Specification) perceptual, etc.)
●​ Physical ability/psychomotor
●​ Sample job tasks
 ●​ Medical and physical tests b.​ Skill tests assess what a
(psychological test) person is able to do.
●​ Personality tests and integrity tests 2.​ They emphasize prior knowledge
●​ English proficiency test and skills differentiating them from
ability tests.
Cognitive abilities
-​ Involve information processing and Personality tests
learning (ex., intelligence) -​ A personality trait is a
predisposition or tendency to
a.​ Cognitive ability tests behave in a particular way across
include general tests of different situations. Ex., sociability.
intelligence and tests of -​ Personality traits can be relevant
specific abilities (ex. for job performance and other
mathematical) behaviors on the job (ex.,
b.​ They are usually paper and sociability in a salesperson)
pencil, group tests. May be _________________________________
nonverbal where test takers Step 5 - background
aren’t proficient in the local investigation/reference checking
language. ●​ Verify the information provided by
c.​ They tend to be efficient, the applicant
valid, and low-cost ●​ Personal references
predictors of job ●​ School records
performance for many jobs. ●​ Previous employment records
_________________________________
Psychomotor abilities Step 6 - finals interview
-​ Involve body movements and ●​ The last stage of the series of
manipulation of objects (ex., interview
manual dexterity.) _________________________________
Step 7 - selection decision
a.​ Psychomotor ability tests ●​ Time for managers to carefully lay
include the ability to out, check, and evaluate the
manipulate objects and use applicants to be considered for the
tools. position
b.​ They involve coordination _________________________________
between senses and Step 8 - physical examination
movement (ex., hand-eye) ●​ Determines if there are medical
and accuracy of limitations that need to be
movements. considered in placing the
c.​ Often are performance applicants
tests; for example, putting _________________________________
pegs in holes or using Step 9 - placement on the job
tools. ●​ Final decision whether to hire or
not to hire
Knowledge & skills tests ●​ Based on the result of physical
1.​ They assess a person’s present exams and other valued
level of proficiency. information gathered during the
a.​ Knowledge tests assess entire process
what the person knows
Common Interview Questions 5.​ Why should we hire you?
1.​ Tell me about yourself. "With my experience in [mention relevant
"I am a dedicated and highly motivated field/industry], combined with my skills in
[your profession] with [X years] of [key skills], I believe I can bring great
experience in [industry/field]. My value to your team. I am a fast learner,
background includes [mention key skills, adaptable, and dedicated to delivering
expertise, or achievements], and I take high-quality work. My ability to [mention
pride in my ability to [highlight a strength unique quality or experience] makes me
relevant to the job]. I am passionate about confident that I can help drive success in
[industry-related topic], and I am eager to this role."
contribute my skills to your team to help _________________________________
achieve company goals." 6.​ Can you describe a challenging
_________________________________ situation at work and how you
2.​ What are your strengths? handled it?
“One of my greatest strengths is [specific "In my previous role at [Company Name],
skill relevant to the job], which allows me we faced [briefly describe a challenge]. I
to [explain how it benefits your work]. took the initiative to [describe your action
Additionally, I am highly [another strength, or solution], which led to [mention the
e.g., adaptable, detail-oriented], ensuring positive outcome]. This experience
that I can handle challenges effectively. strengthened my ability to stay calm under
My ability to [mention a strength that pressure and find effective solutions."
aligns with the company’s needs] has _________________________________
helped me succeed in previous roles." 7.​ Where do you see yourself in
_________________________________ five years?
3.​ What is your biggest weakness? "In five years, I see myself growing
Ex. professionally within [mention industry or
"I tend to be a perfectionist, which company]. I aim to enhance my skills in
sometimes makes me spend extra time [mention relevant skill] and take on more
ensuring everything is flawless. However, I responsibilities that contribute to the
have learned to balance quality and company’s success. I am eager to develop
efficiency by setting clear priorities. I also as a [desired role] and continue making a
actively seek feedback to improve and meaningful impact."
maintain productivity.“ _________________________________
Remember, that your weakness still 8.​ How do you handle pressure or
reflects a positive attribute. stressful situations?
_________________________________ Ex.
4.​ Why do you want to work here? “I thrive in fast-paced environments and
"I admire [Company Name] for its [mention approach stressful situations with a calm,
company values, reputation, or solution-focused mindset. I prioritize tasks,
achievements]. The company’s break them down into manageable steps,
commitment to [industry-related goal] and maintain clear communication with my
aligns perfectly with my skills and passion team to ensure efficiency. Practicing
for [your field]. I am eager to contribute my mindfulness and staying organized also
expertise in [mention relevant skills] and help me perform well under pressure."
be part of a team that makes a real
impact."
 9.​ What motivates you?
Ex.
"I am motivated by challenges that push
me to grow and improve my skills. Seeing
the positive impact of my work and
contributing to a team’s success keeps me
driven. Additionally, opportunities to learn,
innovate, and solve problems inspire me
to perform at my best."
_________________________________
10.​Do you have any questions for
us?
Ex.
"Yes, I do! I’d love to know more about the
company’s long-term goals and how this
role contributes to those objectives. Also,
what are the biggest challenges the team
is currently facing, and how can I
contribute to overcoming them?"
_________________________________
11.​How much is your expected
salary?
"Based on my research and industry
standards, as well as my skills and
experience, I would expect a salary in the
range of [insert range]. However, I am
open to discussing compensation based
on the overall benefits package and
growth opportunities within the company."