Psychology Question
Overview
For this assignment, you'll write a 3–5 page paper on hiring an office manager.
Preparation
Complete the following:
- Step 1: Choose one of the following as the setting for your assignment:
- A counseling agency.
- A consulting agency.
- A small agency of your choice.
- Step 2: Watch three of the interviews your classmates posted in the Week 4 Yellowdig activity. You are advising the hiring manager on which applicant to choose for the position of an office manager who will be responsible for:
- Ensuring co-workers follow office policies.
- Establishing schedules for the receptionist and biller/accountant.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Step 3: Find one peer-reviewed journal article in the Capella University LibraryLinks to an external site. related to diversity and hiring.
Instructions
Your 3–5 page paper will have two sections.
Part 1: Hiring Decision
- Explain the selection procedure the agency will use to select an office manager.
- Select an employee.
- Describe the three interviews you reviewed.
- Identify which applicant you would hire and explain your reasons.
- Describe research findings related to diversity and hiring.
- Describe the ethical considerations in hiring a new employee.
- Describe a plan to train the employee.
- Explain why this training plan will work.
Part 2: Self-Reflections
- Write a response for each of the structured interview questions.
- Describe your leadership style and provide an example.
- Provide an example of your ability to work with a team.
- Describe your ability to determine whether the information you use regarding office policies is credible and provide an example.
- Describe your ability to work effectively in diverse environments and provide an example.
- Describe how you incorporated the feedback you received on the Week 4 Yellowdig activity.