Executive Assistant Test
Executive Assistants who can prioritize multiple high-priority tasks, manage progression of different projects, and keep high-level executives organized are priceless to a business. Find these candidates by using our Executive Assistant test.
Pre-Employment Test
Purpose:
RA’s Executive Assistant Tests can help you find a high-performing administrative support employee with exceptional organizational skills and strong intellectual ability. Best-fit assistants will be able to multitask while remaining positive-minded, adaptable and resilient. They should also be friendly and efficient communicators when interacting with management, clients and coworkers.
About This Test:
Executive Assistant Test
Comprehensive
$40.00
- An untimed personality assessment
- An untimed General Cognitive Aptitude Test (includes verbal, numerical, and abstract reasoning)
- An untimed Grammar & Spelling Test
- A 7-minute timed Perceptual Speed & Accuracy Test
Executive Assistant Test
Express
$35.00
- A shorter set of personality trait measures
- A timed test of General Reasoning
What the Report Gives You:
A graphical display of personality trait scores, feedback regarding strengths and developmental concerns, explanation of aptitude results and suggested interview questions.
Testing Process:
- Immediate score report upon completion.
- Proctoring desirable but not required.
- The use of mobile phones is discouraged.
Options:
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Sample Personality Item:
For the statement on the left |
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I prefer working in a quiet environment where I don’t have to talk to people very often. |
I prefer working in a busy environment with a lot of activity and social interaction. |
Sample Questions for General Cognitive Aptitude Test | |||
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Sample verbal reasoning item: House is to dwelling as car is to ____________. | (A) transportation | ||
Sample numerical reasoning item: Which number comes next in this series? 3 6 9 19 22 25 | (A) 32 | ||
Sample abstract reasoning item:
Which figure would come next in the series?
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Sample Question for Grammar & Spelling Test | |||
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___________ is usually ___________ of snow in ___________. | (A) Their......alot......january |
Sample Question for Perceptual Speed & Accuracy Test | |||
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4556 | Yes No | 4556 |
(Sample questions differ from actual test appearance and do not contain real test content.)
The Executive Assistant Test Evaluates:
Less Desirable Behaviors | Test Content | Desirable Behaviors |
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Slow to learn new tasks, handles limited amount of information at one time | General Cognitive Aptitude | Quick learner, make complex decisions easily |
Makes grammatical / spelling mistakes | Grammar & Spelling | Few grammar / spelling mistakes |
Argumentative, contentious | Agreeableness | Easy to get along with, amiable |
Hesitent, threat sensitive, asks for direction | Assertiveness | Willing to make judgements / decisions with confidence |
Fails to live up to promises | Conscientiousness | Reliable, dependable |
Not service minded | Customer Service | Enjoys serving people |
Doesn’t like detailed tasks | Detail-Minded | Like working on detailed tasks |
Overreacts to stress, gets upset easily | Emotional Resilience | Calm, level-headed, handles stress well |
Quiet, satisfied with minimal social interaction | Extroversion | Outgoing, sociable, talkative |
Prefers to have predictable responsibilities | Flexibility / Adaptability | Doesn’t mind quick shifts in assignments |
Blunt, unsophisticated, politically naive | Impression Management | Socially sensitive, polite, diplomatic |
Bends rules to suit self | Integrity | Strong ethical principles |
Cares mainly about salary and perks | Intrinsic Motivation | Enjoys coming to work |
Frequently finds fault | Optimism / Enthusiasm | Positive attitudes |
Careless, disorganized | Orderliness | Organized, planful |
Doesn’t want to coordinate with others | Teamwork | Able to coordinate and work cooperatively |
Satified with short term jobs | Tenure Potential | Wants a long term job |
Does the minimum | Work Drive | Willing to go the extra mile |
(Note: The asterisk (*) denotes that the personality dimension is included in the Express version of the test.)
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