Document Type
Thesis - Open Access
Award Date
2013
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department / School
Communication Studies and Theatre
First Advisor
Karla Hunter
Abstract
This content analytic study explored organizational anticipatory socialization through job advertisements. Human Resource (HR) Generalist positions (n = 100) listed on the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) website between November 6, 2012, and January 28, 2013 were analyzed through seven quantitative categories (organizational goals, HR job descriptions, job skills and abilities, communication skills, website, mission/values, and word count/reading level). Results indicated that these listings generally included information such as company name and location, but rarely revealed organizational goals, missions and values. The addition or absence of a website, along with readability and word count were also included. Implications included the missed opportunity for companies to attract job applicants with the best fit for their organizations.
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Personal departments -- Employees -- Recruiting.
Advertising -- Recruiting and enlistment -- Evaluation.
Content analysis (Communication).
Corporate culture.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (pages 61-69)
Format
application/pdf
Number of Pages
87
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Rights
In Copyright - Educational Use Permitted
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Recommended Citation
Chromey, Kelli J., "Cultural Fit Wanted: A Content Analysis of Human Resource Generalist Job Advertisements" (2013). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 1393.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/1393