Office Assistant Test

When looking to fill an office assistant position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. An office assistant skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is an office assistant skills test?

    An office assistant skills test is an accurate method of testing the skills required of an office assistant. The test can be used within the recruitment process to identify strong candidates who should progress through to the interview stage.

    An office assistant is tasked with a wide range of jobs, therefore must hold a variety of skills from customer service to technological skills. These skills are evaluated through multiple-choice questions to identify which candidates hold the specific skills for the job.

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  1. What is an office assistant skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the office assistant skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures office assistant skills
  4. Office Assistant Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the office assistant skills test for pre-screening?

    An office assistant has a wide range of responsibilities and often has different tasks required for each day. They need to be adaptable and have a good incentive to ensure they are completing the job to the best of their ability. It is important to hire the most suitable person for the role, which can be found during the pre-screening stage with the office assistant skills test.

    An office assistant skills test is very impactful as it can highlight the most qualified and skilled candidates. The test takes away all possible bias, making the decision based on the individual’s skills and knowledge instead of their background.

    By using this test, the company can reduce the amount of people progressing to the interview or further stages and ensure that only the most suitable candidates are progressing. This is an efficient way of pre-screening as well as a cost-efficient method.

    This test can identify a wide variety of skills, focusing on the important skills of an office assistant. The skills may include communication - both verbal and written - organizational skills, problem solving and technology-based skills such as Excel or Word.

    This test could also be useful in the hiring process of other assistants or support staff such as:

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How our test measures office assistant skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be an office assistant were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our office assistant test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Predictor of job success

Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Office Assistant Test FAQs

What skills should I assess when hiring an office assistant?

There are many different skills you could assess when hiring an office assistant, however, the top three are problem solving, communication and time management.

Does this test evaluate soft skills?

Yes! Soft skills are very important for an office assistant and must be tested before offering a candidate the role. This test will test a range of soft skills including communication, interpersonal skills and adaptability.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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