Frequently Asked Questions | Human Resources | SIU

The JAQ is a data collection instrument designed to gather specific information about duties, responsibilities, essential functions, and physical requirements of a particular job and not the person in the job.

The JAQ is used to support the compensation competitive analysis and job classification project which will be conducted by CBIZ Compensation Consulting.

Having proper and current job documentation has several other uses. The data from the JAQ can support processes like updating job descriptions, posting for job openings, identifying career opportunities, building development plans, and aiding in performance discussions.

 A good place to start would be your job description to refresh your memory and be sure you do not leave out any tasks. Only use your job description as a starting point and not an aid while you fill out the questionnaire. We want to know what your job is, not what your job is supposed to be.  A conversation with your supervisor may also be helpful.

The JAQ is the length that it is because CBIZ needs to be made aware of every aspect of your job. Also, the questionnaire has plenty of questions that may not apply to your job, therefore, those questions can be omitted. Your supervisor has been instructed to give you as much time as you need to thoroughly complete this questionnaire while on the clock. Typically, the questionnaire will take an individual between 20 minutes and an hour.

No. If you are completing the web-based JAQ, you can save your progress and return later using the same link you used to start the JAQ.

No. The questionnaire will be used to ensure that you really are performing the same tasks. This may also aid in writing more accurate job descriptions. Feel free to work on the job analysis questionnaire at the same time and discuss it, but we are looking for individual JAQs.

No. The purpose of the JAQ is to ensure that we regularly validate our job documentation and support the compensation competitive assessment and job classification project.

Completing the JAQ will provide the information CBIZ needs to most accurately assess the pay range assigned.  The pay range associated with your job may change. This does not necessarily mean that you will receive a pay increase, however we can assure you that there will be no pay decrease through this exercise.

If you do not complete the JAQ, your existing job description will be the single source of information used to analyze your position.  If the existing job description is not accurate, this could lead to misalignment in CBIZ’s competitive compensation analysis.

Consult with your supervisor to assist you with answering any questions you may have. What is most important is what you do, not necessarily what is included in an old position description.

Yes. Supervisors will review and approve all information submitted by employees.