2- Recruiting Team Members

Assessment 2 Instructions: Recruiting Team Members
Write a two-page memo to human resources that includes a promotional introduction and an analysis of KSAs for a
job post.
Introduction
Note: Complete the assessments in this course in the order in which they are presented.
Recruiting a solid team is a critical early component to a successful project. Working with human resources to
assemble them is often an effective way to attract appropriate talent.
In most projects, recruiting and selecting the right members is an early step that is critical to the project’s success.
The process for selecting team members is dependent upon the company, the project, available resources, and
many other factors.
Overview
Selecting team members and communicating effectively are critical parts of a project or program management
position. In this assessment, you will determine the leadership qualities that you are looking for in your project team
so they can be included in a job requirements posting.
Preparation
The following resources are required to complete the assessment.
CapraTek: Team Leadership and Motivation Part 2.
In this activity, you are asked to write the following items that are intended to guide human resources in their
crafting of the position requirements:
A promotional introduction for a job posting that is designed to spur interest. It should use and identify two
motivational techniques or practices that you have studied to entice candidates into applying for the position.
An analysis of the leadership qualities that you are seeking in your team of three regional motivational
programs managers. It should focus on the leadership KSAs that you are seeking in your managers.
As you prepare to complete this assessment, you may want to think about other related issues to deepen your
understanding or broaden your viewpoint. You are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them
with a fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of your professional community. Note that
these questions are for your own development and exploration and do not need to be completed or submitted as
part of your assessment.
How does your company, or one you have worked for, use project teams? How do they select its members?

What do you like about working on teams? What elements do you dislike?
What do you value in team members? How do those qualities further the project? How?
How would you create a team? What criteria would you use to select team members?
Directions
Consider the CapraTek activity and write a professionally formatted two-page memo to human resources, which
includes the following two parts.
Part I: Leadership KSAs
Analyze the leadership KSAs that you are seeking in your candidates for the motivational programs manager
positions. Make sure to include any assumptions or premises regarding the position or candidates, which enables
you to elaborate the background that you feel helps communicate your requirements. The intent is to help human
resources write an effective job posting, so any information that you can give them as background will be helpful.
Part 2: Job Posting Introduction
Write a job posting promotional introduction that utilizes and specifically identifies two proven motivational
techniques or practices. The idea is to create content that will generate interest in the position. Note: Include the
technique or practice and their supporting references at the end of the document in a notes section.
Additional Requirements
Your assessment should meet the following requirements:
Number of resources: A minimum of two peer-reviewed references.
APA format: Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style and formatting.
Length: Two double-spaced pages.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course
competencies and assessment criteria:
Competency 1: Analyze current practices in the motivation of employees and teams.
Write a job posting promotional introduction that utilizes widely accepted motivational techniques or
practices.
Competency 5: Analyze the characteristics of an effective team leader.
Analyze leadership knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) that are important for a job applicant to
embody.
Competency 7: Communicate effectively.
Communicate effectively in a professional manner consistent with the standards and conventions of