Are Your Job Descriptions Hindering Your Candidate's Search
With thousands of job postings online, writing a great job description can be the difference between capturing a great candidate’s attention or having them click away. Lack of transparency and vague listings can leave job seekers confused. Keep these vital considerations in mind as you post open roles.
be specific
Before you post, consider your ideal candidate and the job itself. Are there skills that are non-negotiable? Do you need full-time or part-time? What are the daily requirements of the job? Be sure to differentiate what is required and what is preferred.
When job descriptions are wide-ranging, you may receive more applications, but you may also attract several candidates who don’t have the essential skills or experience you need. It is up to you to communicate what the position entails, its location, the salary range, job requirements, and what you are looking for in the description. This saves you the time of drawing in candidates who don’t align with what you need or offer.
be clear
Having a well-thought-out job description is a great way to set the metrics for performance. This helps you communicate what you expect with potential hires. It is also something you and the employee can reference. Give a realistic picture of what the day-to-day looks like. From there, candidates can decide their interest level.
be honest
While it is tempting to want to sell candidates on your company, be honest. If employees are required to work in varying warehouse temperatures or are required to work overtime in certain seasons and are compensated for overtime, include that information. No one wants to be sold something unrealistic. Help job seekers understand the benefits of working for you, what you expect, and what they can expect from the company.
be visible
Consistency means utilizing all of your mediums to post a job. According to ZipDo, 73% of millennials found their last job from a social media post. An excellent job description is only relevant if job seekers can find it! Use your company website, LinkedIn, social media channels, and job posting websites to find qualified leads. The more eyes on your post, the more likely you are to find quality leads.
need to delegate?
As a busy manager, writing job descriptions and sourcing candidates may sound like something you don’t have time for. That’s where Source One comes in. Our extensive experience in staffing and the light industrial space helps us identify what a position entails and how to find the right fit. Let us take the task of hiring off your plate. Contact our offices today!