Draft Job Descriptions

Step Action
1 Access Job Description currently on file: SharePoint >Job Descriptions > (Respective folder to position working on)
2 Access >Job Descriptions > JD Questionare.docx to collect up to date information on the role and per current business needs.
3 Use the questionnaire to answer what the current position’s true responsibilities and routine tasks are. List no more than 5 Responsibilities to be bulletized with the job description.

4 Use the questionnaire to decide what education and experiences are needed to be successful in the role. Only list the experiences that are essential and kept between 5-7 total requirements to be bulletized.

5 Consider other information that will be important to prospective candidates, that can be added to the job description.

6 Once all information has been considered either update the current job description and SAVE AS: Position Title MM.YYYY (using the most current month and year).

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Access a blank template by going to SharePoint >Job Descriptions >JD Template.docx and fill out accordingly.

7 When updating the Responsibilities and Requirements be careful with certain expressions used.

Words and expressions to stay away from include Fast-paced environment, rockstar, Ninja, hustle.

Words and expressions regarded to be positive include passionate, core competency, proven track record, results oriented.

(Information found on https://www.hrmorning.com/news/annoying-buzzwords/ )

8 Once the job description has been completed send to the hiring manager for final approval.
9 Upon hiring manager’s approval post online.
Updated on July 11, 2024

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