This article develops the argument that under certain conditions the selection decision of the appointing authority has consequences for the current and potential task assignments of present staff, and therefore may affect their developmental opportunities, performance and satisfaction. Therefore, these considerations would be important factors and constraints in the decision making process. Implications for the hiring manager, human resource units, and for selection research are developed.
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