Workplace Alignment Assessment Information Brief

The document is an information brief detailing the Workplace Alignment Assessment (WAA), which is designed to evaluate the alignment between candidates' workplace preferences and the organizational environment. The assessment consists of a standardized set of 20 work factors that candidates rank according to their importance. These preferences are then compared to an organizational profile that outlines what the organization offers. The WAA aims to predict employee commitment and satisfaction, thereby assisting organizations in hiring candidates who are more likely to remain engaged and satisfied in their roles. The brief explains the methodology behind the WAA, including its basis in the Minnesota Theory of Work Adjustment and its alignment with the U.S. Department of Labor’s O*NET database. It also discusses the assessment's validation process and its potential to promote diversity in hiring. The WAA report provides a percentile score indicating the degree of alignment, which can help identify areas of potential misalignment between candidate preferences and organizational offerings.