Smartbook 6

In the context of replacement and succession plans as a source of system-based internal recruitment, which of the following is true of CEO succession?

Appropriate succession plans should inspect the pipeline for people to replace the top management team members who might replace the CEO.

Identify the key processes that are common to most talent management systems. (Check all that apply.)

Assessing the current workforce for its competence on the master list of KSAOs Identifying and compiling the KSAOs needed for all jobs in the organization

In the context of legal issues related to the upward mobility of people within the organization, which of the following are true of bona fide seniority systems?

Promotions based on ad hoc judgments about which candidates are "more experienced" are unlikely to be treated as a bona fide seniority system.

Job postings Nominations In-house temporary pools

Quality is variable because any employee can apply. Reduced time to full performance There will be a very good person/job match if supervisors' assessments are accurate. Can target identified training needs Quality is likely to be higher if the benefits offered are better than what external staffing firms provide. Increased internal flexibility

Job postings Direct contact with potential supervisors and peers matches Word of mouth

Should be coordinated by the HR department and should clearly define the eligibility requirements and the duties and requirements of the job Can explain to the internal applicant how the position they are considering fits into the larger organizational picture Can be a haphazard, highly selective, and inaccurate, method of communicating information

In the context of internal recruitment, which of the following are true of hierarchical mobility paths? (Check all that apply.)

They are often called promotion ladders. They make it easy to identify where to look for applicants in the organization. They primarily emphasize upward mobility in the organization.

Parallel tracks Lattice tracks Lateral tracks

They help avoid the problem of employees being promoted out of a job they were effective in, and into a role needing KSAOs they do not have. They have lateral, upward, and even downward movement. They facilitate flexible assignment of employees within the organization in response to changing operational and strategic needs.

In the context of internal recruitment, which of the following are true of alternative mobility paths? (Check all that apply.)

They help ensure that all employees are learning continuously so that they can make the greatest contribution to the organization. They emphasize employee movement in any direction within the organization.

Branded messages Targeted messages Realistic messages

These messages can place emphasis on how a specific area of the organization offers unique opportunities to internal applicants. These messages can be specifically aimed around each individual's identified desires and needs. These messages must be used carefully because applicants may already have a picture of the job since they are already members of the organization.

Which of the following are true of an open internal recruitment system? (Check all that apply.)

It offers employees a chance to measure their qualifications against those required for advancement. It is likely to create unwanted competition among employees for limited advancement opportunities. Under this system, employees are informed about job vacancies by a job posting and bidding system.

Why is word of mouth not encouraged as a method of communicating job openings internally? (Check all that apply.)

It relies on second- or third-hand information. It lacks regular communication channels specifying set times for communicating job information.

According to a study by the Federal Glass Ceiling Commission, what are some of the barriers to mobility for women and minorities? (Check all that apply.) Multiple select question.

Lack of outreach recruitment practices Lack of access to critical developmental assignments Biased performance ratings and harassment by colleagues

Arrange the steps typically involved in filling a vacancy under an open internal recruitment system in the correct order of occurrence

manager informs hr, hr posts job opening, hr bids, hr screens, hr gives list to manager, manager interviews and hires

A disadvantage of internal job posting systems is that they _____.

may lead to criticisms that the HR department is not doing an effective job of screening candidates for position

Identify the internal sourcing method that involves preselection of employees based on their identified skill sets.

talent management system

Identify the true statements about career development centers as a source of internal recruitment. (Check all that apply.)

They allow employees to learn about themselves and to think about what they really want to achieve in their careers. They give organizations a chance to help employees learn about a large spectrum of careers.

Realistic job previews (RJPs) are especially appropriate for internal applicants when they move to a newly created job, an unknown job, or a new geographic area, including an international assignment.

True

Open system Closed system Hybrid system

When there are issues about perceived fairness. It makes rules and regulations explicit When managers need the new candidate to start immediately on a position. It gives a quicker response. When the job is crucial to organizational success. It helps find a large number of candidates.

In the context of alternative mobility paths, which of the following is true of a lattice track?

With this system, employees may not have upward mobility.

Which of the following are essential for addressing the the glass ceiling problem in organizations? (Check all that apply.) Multiple select question.

Women and minorities must have support and visibility at top levels. Women and minorities must be provided continual support to help ensure positive person/job matches.

As a source of system-based internal recruitment, career development centers _____.

allow employers to develop methods to structure internal career paths that align with their employees' interests

Unlike employees hired through external staffing agencies, those employed through in-house temporary pools _____.

are legally considered employees of the organization

Arrange the steps typically involved in filling a vacancy under a closed internal recruitment system in the correct order of occurrence.

formally informs hr, hr files for candidates, hr provides list, manager interviews, manager hires

The term "_____" refers to strong but invisible barriers to promotion in the organization, particularly to the highest levels, for minorities and women.

glass ceiling

Which of the following internal recruitment methods is a position-based sourcing method that is limited to employees who get positive appraisals by coworkers and supervisors?

nomination

Identify the advantage of a closed internal recruitment system.

It is efficient and involves minimal cost.

Identify a true statement about a hierarchical mobility path with reference to internal recruitment.

It is likely to obstruct matching the best person to the job.

What are the advantages of a hybrid system of internal recruitment? (Check all that apply.)

It helps uncover hidden talent. It gives employees an equal opportunity to apply for postings. It helps identify qualified candidates in advance. It ensures that a thorough search for candidates is conducted.

Identify the main disadvantage of a hybrid system of internal recruitment.

It involves a time-consuming and costly process.

Talent management systems Replacement and succession plans Career development centers

Database maintenance can be time and resource intensive. Reduced downtime and training costs Costs include human resource information systems (HRISs) set-up costs, data entry, and checking. Reduced gaps in leadership Costs include start-up costs, cost of staff, and system maintenance. Increased match between work requirements and KSAOs

According to the Supreme Court, it is ordinarily reasonable for a reassignment request to prevail over the seniority system.

False

In the context of system-based applicant sourcing, which of the following are true of a talent management system? (Check all that apply.)

It is closely associated with replacement and succession planning. It is a comprehensive method for tracking and monitoring the utilization of the skills and abilities of employees throughout the organization. It should have a simple format for entering data to be user friendly.

Identify the advantages of recruiting employees from an in-house temporary pool. (Check all that apply.)

Internal temporary employees need less orientation to the organization than external hires. Their person/organization fit and quality is easier to assess relative to a pool of external hires.

Which of the following are true of an internal job posting system? (Check all that apply.)

It details the duties and requirements of available jobs and offers a portal through which internal applicants can submit their materials. It necessitates providing feedback for employees who did not received the job.

Identify a true statement about an open internal recruitment system.

It helps minimize the possibility of supervisors selecting favorite employees for transfer or promotion.

Which of the following are true of replacement and succession plans as a source of system-based internal recruitment? (Check all that apply.)

They tend to focus on high-potential employees. Succession plans are organized by position and list the skills required for the prospective position.