Occupational/Job Analysis

An occupational or job analysis is performed in order to identify primary characteristics associated with a worker in an occupation (e.g. pharmacy technician) or a job (e.g. pharmacy technician at Walgreens in Johnson City, TN). Included in the analysis are components of the work that is performed and worker characteristics necessary to perform the work.  Components of work performed include the worker’s relationship to data, people and things, the methods and techniques that are followed and performed, the machines, tools, equipment and works aids used and the materials, products, subject matter or services which result. Components of worker characteristics are attributes that contribute to successful job performance, including general educational development, specific vocational preparation, aptitudes, temperaments, interests, physical demands and environmental conditions.