(Note: This competency model comes with the ProSelect system.
It can be modified or replaced with one or more
competency models you may already have.)

Competencies

The following is a list of the competencies to be considered when filling vacancies. Master interview guides will each use a number of these competencies. At times, master guides will include special competencies not listed here. Also, you may develop unique competencies for the interview guides you create.

Leadership
SET and MONITOR OBJECTIVES
MANAGE staff constructively
MANAGE HUMAN RESOURCES for maximum effectiveness
ESTABLISH and SYSTEMATIZE work PRIORITIES


Problem Solving
IDENTIFY and DEFINE problem causing factors
COLLECT and ANALYZE pertinent INFORMATION
DEVELOP and EVALUATE possible solutions
DETERMINE the IMPACT of proposed solutions
IMPLEMENT problem solving decisions and FOLLOW-UP on results



Verbal Communications
Use appropriate GRAMMAR and VOCABULARY
Express OPINIONS or INTERESTS tactfully
Respond CLEARLY and DIRECTLY



Written Communications
Demonstrate proper use and understanding of WORK PLACE TERMINOLOGY
Use correct GRAMMAR, PUNCTUATION and SPELLING
EXPRESS IDEAS, CONCERNS and ISSUES effectively



Interpersonal Relations
Recognize STRENGTHS and WEAKNESSES in working relationships
Practice appropriate social PROTOCOL
COOPERATE with co-workers
Accept or communicate CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM sensitively



Work Related Experience
RELATE experience to vacancy requirements
Describe STRENGTHS and WEAKNESSES
IDENTIFY the VALUE of KNOWLEDGE gained on previous jobs
Explain any PROBLEMS on previous jobs



Technical/Specialized Knowledge
UNDERSTAND TERMINOLOGY, PRINCIPLES and THEORY related to the job
Adhere to technical STANDARDS & follow LEGAL/REGULATORY guidelines
Practice recommended SAFETY techniques
Maintain "state of the art" awareness of changes
Know aspects of the field where PROFESSIONAL CONTROVERSY exists



Decision Making
LOCATE and PROCESS information from a variety of sources
ORGANIZE and ANALYZE information
Grasp important and ignore irrelevant information
OVERCOME FEAR of making wrong decisions
RECOGNIZE RELATIONSHIPS between standards, policies, regulations



Planning
SHORT and LONG RANGE planning
TIME MANAGEMENT of daily work
Planning for STAFFING NEEDS



Career Goals
Presence of a CAREER PLAN
Evidence of PROGRESS toward GOALS
Understanding of RESPONSIBILITY for GOAL ATTAINMENT



Manual Skill
SELECT and USE appropriate TOOLS, EQUIPMENT and MATERIALS
ANTICIPATE SAFETY HAZARDS and AVOID ACCIDENTS
Avoid unecessary WEAR and TEAR on tools and equipment
MAINTAIN tools & equipment in good working order
Keep aware of NEW TECHNIQUES, MATERIALS and EQUIPMENT



Personal Characteristics
ENTHUSIASM - initiative, ambition, alertness and motivation
INTEGRITY - honesty, loyality to the mission of the employer
FLEXIBILITY - toleration for acceptance of change


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