We investigated the extent to which gender differences in personality test scores used in a personnel selection context are likely to cause differential hiring rates. Participants were candidates (N=572) applying for positions at an oil refinery. Candidates completed both facet-level and broad...

In this study we assessed whether the predictive validity of personality scores is stronger when respondent test-taking motivation (TTM) is higher rather than lower. Results from a field sample comprising 269 employees provided evidence for this moderation effect for one trait, Steadfastness....

The Teamwork-Knowledge, Skills, and Ability (KSA) Test was developed by Stevens and Campion to operationalize their comprehensive taxonomy of teamwork competencies. The test is generally considered ‘valid’ and has been used frequently in organizations. Our review of the literature found an...