Selectech^® Pre-hire Predictive Assessments

Using a validated assessment can increase the probability of choosing the right applicant by 400%. (See Hunter, J.E., & R.F. (1984). Validity and Utility of Alternative Predictors of Job Performance. Psychological Bulletin, 96, 72-96.)

Think about what this can mean in terms of productivity and reduced turnover.

Choosing an Assessment

What the experts suggest you look for in a pre-hire assessment and the questions to ask -

• Validity and reliability. Reliability and Validity. Validity. Reliability.
• Review the validity study.
• Does the assessment publisher represent that it has been validated in accordance with EEOC and OFCCP Guidelines and the American Psychological Association standards? Are you provided with a Technical Manual supporting that opinion?
• Does the assessment assess critical job functions for the position for which it is being used?
• Are the "cut scores" realistic and relevant?
• Is the report clear and easy for the average recruiter and a hiring manager to understand and effectively use?
• Will the assessment publisher stand behind the assessment in court, if necessary?
• Will there be ongoing validation to insure cut scores are still appropriate and there is no disparate impact?

If you are not sure that the answer to these questions is "Yes," you should consider looking for another assessment provider. Selectech^® Assessments are validated, reliable, targeted to the essential job functions of the position to which they are applied; are easy for the non-expert to use intelligently; and, in the unlikely event it is necessary, ERC will appear in court to defend the assessment use.

ERC offers a portfolio of different assessments keyed to positions with different components for hourly through senior-level exempt. ERC also offers company-specific validation. ERC's portfolio consists of:

Job Specific Assessments, like ERC's Selectech^® Pre-hire Predictive Assessments, are designed to test candidates on measurable criteria such as behavior, skills and aptitudes required for specific jobs or job categories. More information... click here

Industry Specific Assessments, like ERC's TellerTest Online, are tailored for a given job within a specific industry. More information... click here