Starfstitill

Starfstitill is an Icelandic term that refers to the official designation of a person’s job role within an organization. It is used in employment contracts, job advertisements, payroll systems, and organizational charts to specify the duties, expected responsibilities, and authority associated with a position. A starfstitill can help clarify reporting lines and the scope of work, and it may be linked to salary bands or grade levels in some organizations.

Etymology and scope: The word is a compound of starf (work, job) and titill (title). It denotes the label given to a post rather than the person holding it, and it can be updated as roles evolve through reorganizations or career progression.

Usage and significance: A starfstitill helps define the responsibilities attached to a position, the authority it carries, and how the role fits within the organization. It is used in performance evaluations, recruitment, and human resources planning. In some cases, several positions with similar duties may share different starfstitill variants to reflect department or seniority.

Examples: Common Icelandic starfstitill include forstjóri (CEO), framkvæmdastjóri (executive director), deildarstjóri (department head), verkstjóri (foreman), and verkefnastjóri (project manager). The exact titles used can vary by organization and sector.

Legal and organizational context: In many workplaces, the starfstitill is part of the formal employment record and may influence contractual duties and wage classification. It is typically complemented by a job description detailing tasks and expectations. See also: starfsgreining (job analysis).