Webmaster Test

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

  • What is a webmaster skills test?

    The webmaster skills test is designed to assess the various skills needed when hiring for a competent webmaster.

    A webmaster is responsible for maintaining a website. They will be tasked with everything from upkeep and troubleshooting, to monitoring performance and suggesting optimizations. The webmaster skills test is a great tool for recruiters and employers as it examines all of these essential skills and allows you to make hiring decisions based purely on data.

    The timed test covers core skills, as well as soft skills such as communication and project management. This gives you a really good sense of how well-rounded your candidates are, and which individuals you may want to take forward to the next round of the process.

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  1. What is a webmaster skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the webmaster skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures webmaster skills
  4. Webmaster 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 webmaster skills test for pre-screening?

    Pre-screening helps streamline the recruitment process and ensures you only spend time meeting candidates with proven skills.

    If you ask candidates to take the webmaster skills test at the beginning of the process, you’ll be able to select the best from the pool to interview or assess further. As well as saving time and money in the long run, it also helps reduce unintentional bias as you’ll be making decisions based solely on results and data.

    On the test, candidates will need to showcase their knowledge of key webmaster skills such as programming languages, building websites, debugging pages, fixing broken links, setting up firewalls and optimizing loading pages.

    The questions are also designed to assess essential soft skills including teamwork, communication, problem solving, project management and time management.

    Recruiters and employers often use skills tests such as the webmaster skills test as a means of shaping interview questions further down the line, or addressing any potential areas of weakness or concern.

    As well as webmasters, the skills test could also be useful as a pre-screening device if hiring any of the following roles:

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How our test measures webmaster 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 a webmaster 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 webmaster test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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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

Webmaster Test FAQs

What skills are important for a webmaster?

Webmasters need to have knowledge of computer programming, coding languages, IT security and web management. But they also need to show they can collaborate well with others, communicate effectively and have a natural talent for problem solving.

What other tests can be used to measure webmaster skills?

Many of the skills needed to become a webmaster are also skills utilized in roles including developer and web designer. Skills tests for these roles could also be used in the recruitment of a webmaster.

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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