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As you learned in the module lesson, jobs can become outdated. Processes may no longer be effective and new requirements may be needed based on technology development and marketplace changes. Many organizations do not frequently evaluate their jobs in terms of analyzing the function and the value of what they produce, and therefore many organizations do not update their job descriptions on a regular basis. For this milestone, you may need access to the following resources: Job Description Template  Example Job Description careerbuilder-  https://www.careerbuilder.com/ Indeed- https://www.indeed.com/ Monster.com- https://www.monster.com/ Nexxt- https://www.nexxt.com/ Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/ To successfully complete this assignment, view the Milestone 1 Rubric document.MGT 3320: Human Resources Milestone 1: Analyze Job Specifications and Write or Assess a Job Description Guidelines and Rubric Overview: As you learned in the module lesson, jobs can become outdated. Processes may no longer be effective and new requirements may be needed based on technology development and marketplace changes. Many organizations do not frequently evaluate their jobs in terms of analyzing the function and the value of what they produce, and therefore many organizations do not update their job descriptions on a regular basis. Prompt: For this milestone, you will examine the tools associated with job analysis and establishing an effective job description. Specifically, you will choose ​ONE​ of the following three options: 1. Evaluate the position description for a job you currently have or have held in the past. 2. If you cannot obtain a copy of the PD for a job you currently have or have held in the past, write one based on your experience working in that position. See the Job Description Template document (available in Blackboard), which is available as a tool to help you write an original job description, though using this template is not required. Also see the Example Job Description document (available in Blackboard) for an example of a good job description. 3. If you have never had a job, do one of the following: a. Write a position description for a role you have experience with, such as a volunteer or participant in some kind of organization such as a sports team, a student, a group or club leader, etc. Describe the roles and responsibilities that were expected of you in that position to write a “position description,” incorporating the critical elements you’ve learned about in this module b. Search a job board such as ​ CareerBuilder.com ​ , ​ Indeed ​ , ​ Monster.com , ​​Nexxt, ​ ​ Linkedin​ or any other site that more relevant to an area of the field or specific industry you are interested in and identify an opening for a position in an industry that you are interested in. Save a copy of the job advertisement and position description as a PDF and assess the position description. If you choose to write a job description for a job position you currently have or previously have held, ensure that your job description submission contains the following ​critical elements​: · Describe the basic purpose of the position · Identify a list of 10-15 essential functions for which the position is directly responsible · Thoroughly outline the qualification requirements for this position MGT 3320: Human Resources · Realistically describe the physical and environmental requirements for the position If you choose to evaluate a job description for a job that you previously held or currently hold, or one that you are interested in learning more about, ensure that you submit the following ​critical elements​: · Attach a copy of the job description as a separate PDF document (do not just XYZ Corporation JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: DATE PREPARED: REPORTS TO: DIRECTLY SUPERVISES (TITLE): None BASIC : Basic Purpose after Job Analysis is complete ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. 10 – 15 KEY functions this position will be responsible/accountable for. PHYSICAL AND VISUAL ACTIVITIES: Physical and visual activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job (add or delete as deemed necessary): Sitting (\%), Bending (\%), Standing (\%), Lifting up to 50 pounds (\%), Reading (\%), Computer work \%), Copying (\%), Hearing and Talking (\%), Accuracy (100\%), Reading fine print (100\%), Walking (\%), Crouching (\%), Dexterity (\%) ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS: What are the physical conditions the individual(s) will be required to work in.. JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Include only the minimum hiring qualifications. Knowledge: 1. 1-10 key things that are necessary (including eduction requirements etc.). Experience: 1. 1-10 key aeas that experience (and how much) is required. Machines, Tools and Equipment (Office and Industrial), Software: 1. What will they need to know what to work with and how Licenses/Certification: Any required (including drivers license if they will be needing to drive) Working Conditions: 1. What will they need to know Other Requirements: Commonly associated is not intended to mean always or only. There may be different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate. Manager Approval: Date: This job description may be revised by the Company from time to time as business needs require. It is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all the functions of the job, nor to limit the Companys right to assign other functions to an employee in this position 2XYZ Corporation JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Purchasing Agent DEPARTMENT: Operations LOCATION: City, State DATE PREPARED: 3/1/2019 REPORTS TO: VP Administration DIRECTLY SUPERVISES (TITLE): None BASIC:​ Purchase the highest quality of merchandise at the lowest price possible based on extensive market research or past knowledge/past purchases with the construction field. To prepare reports, participate in meetings and presentations as may be required from time to time. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Issue purchase orders/work orders for Plants, Trucking, Equipment, and some field operations as deemed necessary 2. Tracking meters for projects and ensuring meters are read in timely fashion. 3. Helping all departments ordering parts and following orders until delivery. 4. Preventative Maintenance-Ordering filters and bundling prior to maintenance performed on trucks and equipment. 5. Research and evaluate suppliers pricing based on quality, selection, services, support, availability, reliability, production, and distribution capabilities. 6. Analyze past prices to determine purchasing trends, etc.… 7. Maintain XYZ inventory on particular account as deemed necessary with potential to increase to keep up with demand 8. Negotiate existing contracts with suppliers and vendors. 9. Track/monitor shipments to ensure goods are on time and handle issues that arise in shipping processes. 10. Meet with vendors/suppliers to maintain good working relationships to ensure adequate pricing/services are being received. 11. Dispatches parts runners for equipment, trucking, plant, office, and field needs based on demand. 12. Ordering shop supplies based on needs for equipment, trucking, and plants. Ensuring orders are filled as needed. 13. Verifying orders delivered at shop prior to signing. 14. Paperwork handling liaison between shop and office. 15. Handle and track warranty claims 16. Update and correct workorders (tablet) handled by mechanics and help with instruction when they are using issued tablets This job description may be revised by the Company from time to time as business needs require. It is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all the functions of the job, nor to limit the Companys right to assign other functions to an employee in this position PHYSICAL AND VISUAL ACTIVITIES:​ Physical and visual activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job: Sitting (75\%), Bending (5\%), Standing (5\%), Lifting up to 50 pounds (5\%), Reading (90\%), Computer work (95\%), Copying (30\%), Hearing and Talking (100\%), Accuracy (100\%), Reading fine print (100\%), Walking (25\%), Crouching (25\%), Filing (50\%) ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS:​ Plant and mechanical (shop) environment, air-conditioning in the summer, and heat in the winter, can have dusty and chemical odor conditions, shop and construction orient