Creating Effective Job Descriptions

Why is it important to have a well-crafted job description?

• To attract top talent and inspire them to apply

• To fill up space on the company website

• To make the company look good

• To confuse potential candidates

What is the first step in writing a great job description?

• Using complex language

• Developing a strategic approach

• Listing all possible qualifications

• Writing a catchy job title

How should you write the job description to engage candidates?

• In first person

• In passive voice

• In third person

• In second person

What should an effective summary or overview include?

• A detailed history of the company

• A brief explanation of the organization and the role

• A list of all company employees

• A summary of the company's financials

What is a key element in listing job duties?

• Creating a bulleted list of growth-oriented responsibilities

• Using vague descriptions

• Including personal anecdotes

• Making a long wish list

What should be considered when listing skills and qualifications?

• Listing only technical skills

• Focusing on five main qualifications

• Including as many qualifications as possible

• Ignoring character traits

Why is it beneficial to disclose salary in a job posting?

• To attract candidates who are only interested in money

• To make the company seem generous

• To filter out candidates not willing to work for the offered pay

• To comply with legal requirements

What is the advantage of writing the job title last?

• It allows for a more accurate title based on the full description

• It saves time

• It is easier to copy from other job postings

• It is the least important part of the job description

What should be avoided in a job title?

• Clear keywords

• Company-specific jargon

• Common industry terms

• Descriptive language

What is a poor example of a job title?

• Software Engineer

• Junior Data Scientist

• Data Team Member Two

• Project Manager