Position Description Questionnaire Training Aids

January 7, 2021

Job Evaluation System Information videos assist employees with completing their Position Description Questionnaire. Please note, videos will open in a separate window using YouTube.

Introduction – What is Job Evaluation? Opens in new window
Provides information on the Job Evaluation System project.

Terminology – Tips for Completing the PDQ – Position Identification – and Overall PurposeOpens in new window
Describes some of the terminology used in the Job Class Profile and Position Description Questionnaire, and offers valuable tips on how to  complete your Position Description Questionnaire.

Key and Periodic ActivitiesOpens in new window
Explains how to complete the Position Identification page of the Position Description Questionnaire, and guides you through completing the Overall Purpose of the Position and Regular and Periodic Activities sections.

Factor 1: KnowledgeOpens in new window
A guide to completing the Knowledge section of the Position Description Questionnaire.

Factor 2: Interpersonal SkillsOpens in new window
A guide to completing the Interpersonal Skills section of the Position Description Questionnaire.

Factor 3: Physical EffortOpens in new window
A guide to completing the Physical Effort section of the Position Description Questionnaire.

Factor 4: ConcentrationOpens in new window
A guide to completing the Concentration section of the Position Description Questionnaire.

Factor 5: ComplexityOpens in new window
A guide to completing the Complexity section of the Position Description Questionnaire.

Factor 6: Accountability and Decision MakingOpens in new window
A guide to completing the Accountability and Decision Making section of the Position Description Questionnaire.

Factor 7: Impact Opens in new window
A guide to completing the Impact section of the Position Description Questionnaire.

Factor 8: Development and Leadership Opens in new window
A guide to completing the Development and Leadership of Others section of the Position Description Questionnaire.

Factor 9: Environmental Working Conditions Opens in new window
A guide to completing the Environmental Working Conditions section of the Position Description Questionnaire.

Position Description Questionnaire Comments Sections and Signatures – Submitting as a Group Opens in new window
Discusses the review and approval process for the Position Description Questionnaire, while also looking at whether to submit the Position Description Questionnaire as a group.

Application Guidelines – Weightings and Ratings – Points and Pay Levels – Review Considerations Opens in new window
Explains how positions are rated using the new Job Evaluation Framework and considerations around whether to submit a Position Description Questionnaire for review.