Job Description Checklist

Writing a job description is the easy part of the hiring process, right? Wrong.

As one of Miami’s top staffing agencies, Future Force knows that writing an effective job description typically takes more effort than hiring managers think. But when you spend the time upfront crafting a concise and compelling job description, you’ll attract higher quality candidates, making your job a whole lot easier.

So with that said, what are some essentials of a job description? Here’s a look at a job description checklist:

Keep the job title simple.

Don’t offer vague or cutesy job titles. Instead, be clear and straightforward with your titles. If, for instance, you need to hire a front desk receptionist for your company, then state that in the posting. Don’t state that you need “clerical help,” or an “admin star.”

State the job type.

Is the position full-time or part-time? Temporary or permanent? What are the hours? Is there overtime? These are the basic essentials every job posting needs to communicate.

List education requirements.

If the job requires someone with an engineering degree, or an MBA, then be sure to state those kinds of education requirements. However, keep in mind that requiring a certain advanced degree (like an MBA), when it’s not absolutely vital, will cause you to filter out some top candidates.

List skills / experience needed.

This is where many hiring managers drop the ball by listing every single need, want and wish they have for a potential new hire. This typically results in a long-winded job posting, which is a deterrent for many top candidates. Instead, think about 3-5 absolute must-haves when it comes to experience and list those. No more, no less.

Also, be as specific as possible when listing skills or qualifications needed. For instance, don’t just state you need someone who is “computer savvy”; instead, state you need someone who is skilled and knowledgeable in Excel and PowerPoint.

Outline job duties.

In order for a candidate to determine whether a job is the right fit for them, they will need to know a little bit about what’s required in terms of day-to-day responsibilities.

Touch on pay.

You can either include a salary range, or simply state that compensation is “dependent upon experience.”

Include work methods.

Be sure to put whether the person you ultimately hire will be bending, lifting, or sitting, how much and for how long. This is especially important if the job is a physical one in nature. The last thing you want to do is hire someone who isn’t capable of performing the job.

Need more help with your job descriptions?

If you do, let Future Force know. As one of Miami’s top staffing agencies, we can help by crafting quality job descriptions, screening resumes, and conducting interviews and skills testing – all so you gain access to excellent employees.

Contact us today to learn more.