Job dimensions refer to the various elements that impact an individual’s experience of a job. Job dimensions may include such factors as job task complexity, autonomy, variety, and feedback from supervisors or co-workers. Job dimensions are important to consider when assessing job satisfaction and organizational outcomes.
Job task complexity refers to the degree to which the job tasks require cognitive effort, creativity, and problem-solving. Complexity is often determined by the number of tasks required, the degree to which the job requires the use of knowledge and skills, and the difficulty associated with the tasks. Autonomy is the degree to which an individual is allowed to make decisions independently and without the need to consult with someone else. Variety is the degree to which the job tasks are varied or changing. Feedback is the degree to which the individual employee receives feedback from supervisors or co-workers.
It is important to consider job dimensions in order to understand the impact of a job on employee satisfaction and organizational outcomes. Job dimensions are associated with increased job satisfaction and performance outcomes, such as higher job performance, engagement, creativity, and productivity (Chen et al., 2017). Additionally, job dimensions are associated with decreased stress levels, burnout, and turnover intentions (Hu et al., 2019).
In summary, job dimensions are important to consider when assessing job satisfaction and organizational outcomes. Job dimensions include job task complexity, autonomy, variety, and feedback, and are associated with increased job satisfaction and performance outcomes, as well as decreased stress levels, burnout, and turnover intentions.
References
Chen, X., Tang, Y., & Yuan, Y. (2017). The relationships among job dimensions, job satisfaction, and job performance: A meta-analysis. Social Behavior and Personality: An International Journal, 45(1), 103–116. https://doi.org/10.2224/sbp.2017.45.1.103
Hu, Y., Chen, A., & Chen, S. (2019). The impact of job dimensions on job satisfaction, stress, burnout, and turnover intentions. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(3), 437. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16030437