Position analysis questionnaire

Position analysis questionnaire or "PAQ" is a method of Job analysis questionnaire that evaluates job skill level and basic characteristics of applicants for a set match of employment opportunity. Position analysis questionnaire involves a series of detail questioning to produce many analysis reports. This method is high in use within Industrial and Organizational Psychology also Individual psychological assessmentThe Human Resource department or any individual trained in Job analysis take part in "PAQ".

Purpose of PAQ

The PAQ was developed with the hope that it could be used with a minimum of training on the part of the individual who uses it in analyzing a job. This questionnaire's purpose is to further define the duties and responsibilities of a position in order to determine the appropriateness of the position classification, essential functions and/or whether or not the position is exempt from overtime. This questionnaire is intended to supplement your Position Description. It may be followed up with a phone call or a face-to-face meeting to clarify facts and solicit additional information.

Origin of PAQ

The primary purpose of the PAQ is to compare the relationship between capable test scores and what skills are actually necessary for good on the job performance. The Position analysis questionnaire was developed in Purdue University by McCormick, Jeanneret, and Mecham in 1972. The PAQ which is a subtype of Job analysis unit, is consisted of many items and has six main dimensions which are

1. Information input 2. Mental processes 3. Work Output 4. Relationships with other persons 5. Job context 6. Job related variables

See also

Job analysis

Industrial and organizational psychology

Human Resource