CPRP Exam Study Guide (Human
Resources 22% of exam)
Job descriptions Correct Answer: Are derived from the job analysis, which require
data gathered in a formal and systematic method about what people do in their
jobs.
Critical Incidents/Observations Correct Answer: Park and rec. professional
observes and records employee behaviors (both positive and negative) over an
extended period of time.
Interview Correct Answer: Method requires park and rec. professional to complete
an interview with the staff preforming the job.
Job Performance Correct Answer: A "hands-on" approach that requires park and
rec. professional to perform the actual job being examined.
Structured Questionnaire Correct Answer: A survey instrument that is distributed
to staff and their supervisors. Includes duties and responsibilities associated with
the job title, level of supervision, physical dimensions of job title, etc.
Task Analysis Inventory Correct Answer: A method of job analysis in which
utilizes multiple techniques to examine the job and its responsibilities and tasks.
Combination of Methods Correct Answer: Provides the park and rec. professional
an opportunity to gather job analysis data from a number of sources that can be
crossed-referenced to improve the validity and reliability of the process.
Job Correct Answer: Refers to a group of positions that are identical with respect
to their major or significant tasks and can be adequately addressed by a single (job)
analysis.
Position Correct Answer: Concept represents the set of domains and tasks
performed by an individual in the park and recreation agency.
, Tasks Correct Answer: Represent the specific work activity preformed on the job
by anyone staff within a limited time period.
Job Description Format Correct Answer: -Job title
-Job identification: information about the job title
-Job summary: a brief description of job and responsibilities
-Job domains and tasks: list of essential work areas and activities
-Job specifications: description of required qualifications to preform essential
functions
-Disclaimers: statement describing the agency's ability to change or modify the
job's essential duties and /or tasks
Recruitment Correct Answer: The set of activities that seek and attract job
applicants with the necessary competencies to fill the specific position.
Size of applicant pool Correct Answer: Requires park and rec. professional to
advertise the vacant positions through the use of media, websites or professional
organization and the use of recruiting firms.
Realistic Job Preview (RJP) Correct Answer: A preview of a job that provides
both positive and negative information about the job.
Advertisement Correct Answer: Can use a variety of media platforms and can
reach a large audience of possible applicants.
Unsolicited applications and resumes Correct Answer: Applications for positions
that have not been formally advertised.
Professional Organizations/Associations Correct Answer: Provide updated lists of
job announcements.
Employee Referrals Correct Answer: A practice by which current employees
identify and refer promising recruits.
Completion and screening of application forms Correct Answer: During this
phase, park and rec. professional should ask applicants for various bits of personal
information, such as their name, educational background, career goals, and
experience.
Resources 22% of exam)
Job descriptions Correct Answer: Are derived from the job analysis, which require
data gathered in a formal and systematic method about what people do in their
jobs.
Critical Incidents/Observations Correct Answer: Park and rec. professional
observes and records employee behaviors (both positive and negative) over an
extended period of time.
Interview Correct Answer: Method requires park and rec. professional to complete
an interview with the staff preforming the job.
Job Performance Correct Answer: A "hands-on" approach that requires park and
rec. professional to perform the actual job being examined.
Structured Questionnaire Correct Answer: A survey instrument that is distributed
to staff and their supervisors. Includes duties and responsibilities associated with
the job title, level of supervision, physical dimensions of job title, etc.
Task Analysis Inventory Correct Answer: A method of job analysis in which
utilizes multiple techniques to examine the job and its responsibilities and tasks.
Combination of Methods Correct Answer: Provides the park and rec. professional
an opportunity to gather job analysis data from a number of sources that can be
crossed-referenced to improve the validity and reliability of the process.
Job Correct Answer: Refers to a group of positions that are identical with respect
to their major or significant tasks and can be adequately addressed by a single (job)
analysis.
Position Correct Answer: Concept represents the set of domains and tasks
performed by an individual in the park and recreation agency.
, Tasks Correct Answer: Represent the specific work activity preformed on the job
by anyone staff within a limited time period.
Job Description Format Correct Answer: -Job title
-Job identification: information about the job title
-Job summary: a brief description of job and responsibilities
-Job domains and tasks: list of essential work areas and activities
-Job specifications: description of required qualifications to preform essential
functions
-Disclaimers: statement describing the agency's ability to change or modify the
job's essential duties and /or tasks
Recruitment Correct Answer: The set of activities that seek and attract job
applicants with the necessary competencies to fill the specific position.
Size of applicant pool Correct Answer: Requires park and rec. professional to
advertise the vacant positions through the use of media, websites or professional
organization and the use of recruiting firms.
Realistic Job Preview (RJP) Correct Answer: A preview of a job that provides
both positive and negative information about the job.
Advertisement Correct Answer: Can use a variety of media platforms and can
reach a large audience of possible applicants.
Unsolicited applications and resumes Correct Answer: Applications for positions
that have not been formally advertised.
Professional Organizations/Associations Correct Answer: Provide updated lists of
job announcements.
Employee Referrals Correct Answer: A practice by which current employees
identify and refer promising recruits.
Completion and screening of application forms Correct Answer: During this
phase, park and rec. professional should ask applicants for various bits of personal
information, such as their name, educational background, career goals, and
experience.
