The knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for a job are described by what term?

• A. Job Description
• B. Job Analysis
• C. Work Instruction
• D. Job Specification

Answer: (D)

Understanding what a job requires in terms of qualifications and attributes centers on the job specification. This term specifically describes the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics a person must have to perform the role successfully, including education, experience, certifications, and physical or other requirements. A job description, in contrast, details the duties and responsibilities of the position; job analysis is the process used to gather information about the job. While a job analysis can produce both a description and a specification, the element that directly names the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed is the job specification.