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Personnel selection: looking toward the future--remembering the past.

L M Hough1, F L Oswald

  • 1Dunnette Group, St. Paul, Minnesota 55102, USA. Leaetta@msn.com

Annual Review of Psychology
|February 7, 2001
PubMed
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This review of personnel selection research (1995-1999) highlights improved job analysis, evolving work behavior understanding, and advancements in personality assessment for better hiring decisions.

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Area of Science:

  • Industrial-Organizational Psychology
  • Human Resources Management
  • Organizational Behavior

Background:

  • Personnel selection is critical for organizational success.
  • Research in this field continually evolves to meet changing workplace demands.
  • A comprehensive review of recent literature is needed to synthesize key findings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize personnel selection research published between 1995 and 1999.
  • To identify major themes and emerging trends in the field.
  • To provide an overview of current practices and future directions in personnel selection.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of academic publications from 1995-1999.
  • Thematic analysis of research areas including job analysis, predictors, assessment methods, and evaluation metrics.

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  • Synthesis of findings related to cognitive ability, personality, interviews, assessment centers, and biodata.

    • Main Results:

    • Advancements in job analysis and performance criteria enhance selection accuracy.
    • Cognitive ability and personality traits remain key predictors, with new measurement methods emerging.
    • Assessment methods like interviews and assessment centers are continuously refined.
    • Meta-analysis and validity generalization are crucial for evaluating selection systems.
    • Emerging topics include team selection and cross-cultural considerations.

    Conclusions:

    • Better taxonomies and understanding of work behavior improve selection decisions.
    • The field of personality research is dynamic, with new constructs and measurement techniques being applied.
    • Ongoing research in personnel selection is vital for effective human resource management.