A Job Analysis is an on-site, systematic evaluation of a specific job role to document what the work actually requires. The purpose is to develop an objective profile of the position including essential duties, required skills, physical demands, and work environment so that employment decisions, planning, and accommodations are grounded in accurate, real-world data.

At EVALU8, a job analysis is typically completed through direct workplace observation and structured information-gathering. This service can support return-to-work planning, vocational rehabilitation, accommodation decisions, and the development or refinement of job descriptions.

What the service involves

A job analysis generally includes the following components:

On-site observation of job performance
A vocational evaluator visits the actual worksite to observe how the job is performed in practice. This includes reviewing the workflow, tools/equipment used, pace and productivity expectations, and the physical and cognitive demands of the role.

Task and duty breakdown
Job tasks are systematically identified and documented, including:

• Core responsibilities and work routines

• Task frequency and duration

• Required skills, training, and work behaviors

• Performance expectations and quality standards

Physical demands and environmental conditions
The analysis documents job-related demands and conditions that may affect job-person fit, such as:

• Standing, walking, sitting, lifting/carrying, reaching, bending, and other postural demands

• Use of hands/fine motor tasks

• Work setting factors (noise, temperature, lighting, space constraints)

• Safety considerations and any relevant environmental exposures

Interviews and clarification (as appropriate)
Information may be gathered through interviews with the employee and/or supervisor to confirm essential functions, typical expectations, and any variations in how the job is performed.

What you receive

The final deliverable is a professional written report that may include: - A detailed description of job duties and essential functions - Documented physical demands and environmental conditions - Required skills, work behaviors, and performance expectations - Observational findings that clarify how the job is performed in the real workplace - When requested, analysis related to job-person fit and potential reasonable accommodations.

When a Job Analysis is useful

A job analysis can be especially valuable when there is a need to clarify job demands or support decision-making, including: - Return-to-work and stay-at-work planning - Disability accommodation considerations - Vocational rehabilitation planning and employment goal development - HR documentation (job descriptions, performance standards, role clarification) - Situations where objective, work-based documentation is needed for vocational or legal determinations.

Who benefits from a Job Analysis

This service may be helpful for: - Individuals who need to confirm whether they can safely and effectively meet job demands - Employers and HR teams developing or refining job descriptions and performance standards - Professionals evaluating accommodation needs or job restructuring options - Vocational evaluators and counselors supporting employment planning - Attorneys and third parties who require objective documentation of job requirements.

A well-conducted job analysis clarifies what a job truly requires, supporting fair, informed decisions and practical planning based on accurate workplace data.