People are far more effective in their work and get more satisfaction if their job interests them and offers
a challenge.
Research has shown that there are several key factors that need to be included in a job to make it fully meaningful
and satisfying. These factors* include:
1. Variety
2. Responsibility for the Job
3. Automonomy
4. Task Identity
5. Feedback
6. Participation in Decisions
7. Recognition and Support
8. Work Environment
Who should be involved in job design?
The manager of the position is responsible for designing the job. However, staff in the work area should be
involved in the process and play an important part in designing the job.
In some cases this may be an active role and in others in may just be a consultative role.
When redesigning a job, the following principles should be used:
Affected employees should be consulted prior to changes being made
During the consultation process the supervisors and incumbents of the positions involved should be invited
to provide input into the design of the position.
