Write a Job Description


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  Step 1:  Why a Job Description?

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A job description provides information on the added value of a job to the organization. A good job description is an excellent communication tool between managers and direct reports to manage expectations of the organization and its employees. A job description does not describe what the incumbent is doing but what added value is expected from an organizational point of view.
  Step 2:  Crafting a Job Description

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Consult your checklists and include these elements: clear and proper identification of the position, explanation of job responsibilities and within what context (why does this job exist?), detail of the main responsibilities, areas the job impacts, definition of the complexity, diversity, and creativity of the job, and knowledge about practical procedures, specialized techniques, and training necessary for the job.
  Step 3:  Get a Second Opinion

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Have someone else read the job description. It would be best if someone involved in your company offered insight and comments. However, if you are a one-man show, consult a friend or family member who understands the concept of an effective job description.
  Step 4:  Revising

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There are many times when it is appropriate to revise a job description. For example, revise the description when the position changes to take on more or less takes and responsibilities, when the job description is not yielding the expected results, or when the candidates are not of the caliber you anticipated.