Question

I need a more clear answer on how the O*Net Model is used and applied to analyze coding positions that are open? Please explain how this method is used in detail and how it is applied in a coding position.

Answer 1

The Occupational Information Network (O*NET) has recently been developed as a replacement for the Dictionary of Occupational Titles. It is a unique, comprehensive database of worker competencies, job requirements, resources and more. It is a timely, easy-to-use resource that supports public and private sector efforts to identify and develop the skills of the American workforce. It provides a common language for defining and describing occupations. Its flexible design also captures rapidly changing job requirements. O*NET’s innovative online design moves occupational information into the technological age.

By using a contemporary, interactive skills-based database and a common language to describe worker skills and attributes, O*NET transforms mountains of data into precise, focused occupational intelligence that anyone can understand easily and efficiently. The framework that organizes O*NET data is a skills-based structure called the Content Model. The Content Model classifies data into six domains, “windows” that look into many aspects of work -- from descriptions of the worker to requirements of the work.

O*NET OnLine offers users the opportunity to:
Find occupations to explore
Search for occupations that use your skills
Look at related occupations
View occupation snapshots
View occupation details
View occupational titles
Use crosswalks to find corresponding occupations in other classification systems
Connect to other online career resources
Access comprehensive help information on line
Find occupational job outlook data

O*NET can be used in analyzing open coding positions by :
Develop job orders and resumes
Create skills-match profiles
Explore career options that capitalize on knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs)
Target recruitment efforts for improved job matching
Improve partnerships by using a common language for occupational information.