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USING SELECTION ASSESSMENTS
TALENT MANAGEMENT
March 2021
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MODULE CONTENT
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anchored to the RNDC Leadership Competency Models. This
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Talent Management
Our Talent Philosophy
About HR 101
Using Selection Assessments
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RNDC TALENT PHILOSOPHY
Our Talent Philosophy drives the RNDC Associate Success Roadmap which provides guidance on how to successfully
manage your career and workplace experience. We encourage our Associates to perform at their personal best so they
can achieve an enriching and progressive career at RNDC.
We believe every Associate is a role
model of our Core Values and
Leadership Competencies which
define how we behave as the
beverage alcohol industry leader.
Successful job performance and
leadership potential provide clear
distinction for our financial
investment on an Associate’s career
development and total
compensation.
Associates are rewarded for taking
accountability to continually grow
and learn. Conversely, a leader’s
proven ability to build a bench of
strong talent drives our success as
the Distributor of Choice.
Our talent philosophy is transparent so
that our Associates strive for career
success. As a result, the differentiation
that RNDC provides is a rewarding and
engaging career experience for our
Associates.
We are providing you this specialized learning experience to ensure you perform
at “your personal best”. Understanding our human capital practices will
enable you to build a strong and sustainable bench of talented and engaged Associates.
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ABOUT HR 101
Human Resource disciplines are an integral component of our business model and the Associate Success Roadmap.
Human Resource disciplines include Talent Management (recruitment, selection, onboarding, training, professional career
development, succession planning and talent reviews, performance management); Culture and Corporate Social
Responsibility; Inclusion and Diversity; Employment and Labor Law; Labor Relations; Communications; Total Rewards
(benefits, compensation, and recognition) and HR Technology & Business Intelligence. As a highly professional
organization, we all have an accountability to ensure these business disciplines are executed with excellence.
This learning curriculum is titled HR 101 which explains important human resources practices at Republic National
Distributing Company (RNDC). These people-related practices, also referred to as human capital practices, include
processes, policies, tools, and legal requirements on why and how we manage and lead our teams. Our Associates and
teams are our most valuable asset at RNDC. Every supervisor and manager has a professional accountability to understand
these practices and role model the required leadership behaviors and Company standards to ensure we provide the best
workplace experience and culture that engages and supports the overall well-being of our Associates.
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EXPERTS AT OUR CRAFT
SELECTION ASSESSMENTS
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In 2010, RNDC selected Criteria
Corporation’s HireSelect product
for pre-employment
selection assessments
Pre-employment assessments can
help ensure alignment between the applicant and
the aptitude needed to perform
well and remain engaged in the
position for which they applied
RNDC evaluated each assessment to
ensure that the assessment
measured job-related
competencies and abilities
As a Hiring Manager, the
assessment results you receive on
each candidate give you another
point of comparison, as you work to identify and hire the person who is best qualified for
the position
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PRE-EMPLOYMENT ASSESSMENTS
Every qualified candidate selected should be asked to complete
the pre-employment assessments. If they don’t take the assessments, they
are disqualified as a qualified candidate.
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PERSONALITY ASSESSMENT
Description
The Employee Personality Profile (EPP) is a general personality
inventory that measures twelve personality traits that provide
valuable insights into a person's work styles and how they are likely
to interact with co-workers, management and customers. It can be
used for any position, and contains job-specific benchmarks that
allow administrators to compare an individual's scores against
composite profiles to determine likely job fit.
The EPP contains 140 items, takes about 10 minutes to complete,
and measures the following traits: Achievement, Assertiveness,
Competitiveness, Conscientiousness, Cooperativeness, Extroversion,
Managerial, Motivation, Openness, Patience, Self-Confidence, and
Stress Tolerance.
Validity and reliability details: Web Resource
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COGNITIVE APTITUDE ASSESSMENT
Description
The GAME is a mobile-first, game-based assessment of
cognitive aptitude, which is one of the best predictors of
job success. The assessment evaluates many of the critical
factors that contribute to on-the-job performance: critical
thinking, problem solving ability, attention to detail, and the
ability to learn and apply new information. Through 3 short
mini-games, the GAME makes it easy to evaluate
candidates up front in the hiring process by providing a
quick and enjoyable candidate experience.
The GAME takes about 5-6 minutes to complete.
Validity and reliability details: Web Resource
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COGNITIVE APTITUDE ASSESSMENT
Test Description
The CCATSM is a pre-employment aptitude test that
measures an individual's aptitude, or ability to solve
problems, digest and apply information, learn new skills,
and think critically. Individuals with high aptitude are more
likely to be quick learners and high performers than are
individuals with low aptitude. The CCAT consists of 50 items;
very few people finish all 50 items in the 15 minute time limit.
The CCAT is one of the most popular employment aptitude
assessments in the United States, having been administered
more than 5 million times.
Validity and reliability details: Web Resource
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SALES APTITUDE ASSESSMENT
Predict Sales Success with a Sales Aptitude Test
The Sales Achievement Predictor (SalesAP) is a sales aptitude test
that measures personality traits that are critical to success in sales
and sales-related fields such as customer service, sales
management, marketing, and public relations. It assesses traits that
are not apparent in an interview or resume, such as inhibitions about
cold calling, reluctance to ask for a sale, and poor motivation to
follow through once on the job. Validated against actual sales
performance, the SalesAP helps companies select, place, and train
salespeople. The test contains 140 items and is written at a sixth-
grade reading level. Validity scales identify applicants who
exaggerate strengths or minimize weaknesses — and automatically
adjusts the scores of those applicants.
Validity and reliability details: Web Resource
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BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS ASSESSMENT
Description
The Computer Literacy and Internet Knowledge Test (CLIK) is an
assessment of basic computer skills. It measures a person's
proficiency with using Internet browsers and common desktop
applications such as email and word processing programs. It is a 10-
minute test consisting of two 3-minute task-oriented simulations,
followed by ten multiple choice questions. Since it is designed as a
test of the kind of basic computer literacy that is required in many
work environments, it can be used for any position which requires
basic computer skills, such as receptionists, customer service
representatives, medical billers, data entry clerks, administrative
assistants, and more.
Validity and reliability details: Web Resource
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MICROSOFT OFFICE TOOLS ASSESSMENT
Microsoft Word
The Word test measures proficiency with a
wide range of functionalities in Word 2013
or 2016. The test is 10 minutes and contains
20 questions. It assesses an individual’s
ability to successfully complete basic
tasks within Word across a wide range of
positions requiring regular computer use.
Some of these include creating a
document, using mail merge, formatting
text, working with margins, and editing,
formatting, and copying text.
Timed Test: 10 minutes
Microsoft Excel
The Excel test measures
proficiency with a wide range
of functionalities in Excel 2013
or 2016. The test is 10 minutes
and contains 20 questions. It
assesses an individual’s ability
to successfully complete basic
tasks within Excel across a wide
range of positions requiring
regular computer use and data
entry. Some of the tasks include
creating and saving workbooks,
editing and formatting, working
with formulas and functions,
and manipulating charts.
Timed Test: 10 minutes
Microsoft PowerPoint
The PowerPoint test measures
proficiency with a wide range of
functionalities in PowerPoint 2013
or 2016. The test is 10 minutes
and contains 20 questions. It
assesses an individual’s ability
to successfully complete
basic tasks that are necessary
to a wide range of positions
requiring regular PowerPoint
use. Some of the tasks include
working with images and text
boxes, creating presentations,
formatting slides, and printing.
Timed Test: 10 minutes
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TEST BATTERIES BY POSITION
Assessment Test Batteries
Sales Operations Administration
Individual
Contributor
GAME
Sales AP
CLIK
MS Excel
GAME
CAST
CMRA
EPP
GAME
EPP
CLIK
Excel
PowerPoint
Manager
GAME
EPP
CLIK
MS Excel
GAME
EPP
CLIK
EPP
CCAT
CLIK
MS Office Tools
ExecutiveCCAT
EPP
CCAT
EPP
CCAT
EPP
• The Test Batteries are defined by
the position level – Individual
Contributor, Manager, Executive
– and the area of focus – Sales,
Operations, or Administration.
• In total, each set of assessments
generally takes less than 45
minutes in total to complete
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KEY LEARNINGS FOR YOU
As a New Manager
RNDC provides many resources to select the most qualified talent. Using the pre-employment
assessments is an insightful tool to finding the right person for the job.
The most effective way to understand the Assessments is to review each report prior to the
structured interview. Identify areas to ask additional questions.
You are a leader of teams and accountable to hire the most qualified people for your team.
Understanding our selection process is important.
As a HR Professional
The HR Team can support line Management and Hiring Managers by training them on how to
interpret and best utilize the pre-employment assessments.
Assessments are not discretionary. They are required for each candidate. All assessments are
valid and reliable tools.
You are a Talent Champion. Understanding our selection process is important. Our goal is to be
an Equal Opportunity Employer ensuring we have an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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YOUR ROLE AS A RNDC LEADER
The foundation of our success is grounded in the core values of family, service, accountability, honesty, and professionalism.
We are an industry leader known for exceptional professional development and career advancement that delivers excellence
in long-term sustainable business results and job satisfaction. We offer a vibrant culture for professionals who desire a work
experience that makes them feel accomplished, challenged and engaged. Simply stated, relationships and belonging matter
at RNDC. Our Associates genuinely care about the people and communities they serve. Every day, our Associates are inspired
to challenge themselves and achieve the fulfillment that comes from making valuable contributions to a successful and
thriving organization.
Every RNDC Leader has accountability to understand our human capital practices and role model the required leadership
behaviors and Company standards to ensure we provide the best workplace experience and culture that engages and grows
our Associates. We appreciate your leadership and commitment to our standards of excellence and vision at RNDC.
Our vision is to be the national distributor of choice of beverage alcohol producers who value the three tier system,
building branded products and profitability for all parties involved, and serving the needs of our associates, suppliers,
customers and community.