Generic vs. specific job descriptions, which one is better? The quick answer is…a mix of both. There are pros and cons for each. So how do you find the perfect balance when writing your JDs? This post will dive into both sides so you can create the best blend for your roles. We also look… Read more »
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3 Examples of an Effective Job Description Checklist
Getting Started With Your Job Description Ready to hire? Let’s start by creating your job description. This is the first step in advertising your role to candidates. Later, the content will be transformed into a job posting for marketing the job to potential applicants. More on that evolution from a job description to a posting… Read more »
8 Helpful Free Job Description Sample Templates
Job descriptions are like the welcome mats to your company. So, if you want to keep them consistent (and make candidates feel right at home before going through the front door) templates are a great tool. Here are 8 job description sample templates to help you get started: Job Description Sample Templates — Ongig (just… Read more »
15 Examples of an Awesome “About Us” Statement
An About Us statement is a critical piece in a job posting or website. Like any content on your job pages, it’s an opportunity to sell and attract the candidate! After reviewing thousands of About Us statements through our Text Analyzer job description software, I want to share a few things in this article: What… Read more »
5 Examples of an Excel Job Description Template [+ free downloads]
There are hundreds of online JD templates in different formats. If you’re still for using an Excel job description template, I found 5 useful (and downloadable) examples. Before we dive in, let’s touch on why Excel remains a mainstay in some companies. Why create a job description template in Excel? (or not) Ongig recently worked… Read more »
7 Boilerplate Language Examples for Job Descriptions
Boilerplate language helps you create job descriptions that are not only effective, but also consistent and legally compliant. This article will discuss the different boilerplate language examples commonly used in job descriptions. What is boilerplate language? Boilerplate language is a uniform message that is usually part of standard documents like contracts. You can also find… Read more »
Why Location Matters in a Job Description
Writing a good job description is a delicate balancing act. You have a limited number of characters to convey things like company culture, job expectations, and requirements. To write a good description, there are a few things you must include. One of the most important is location information. Not only is this information crucial for… Read more »
5 Steps to Build the Best Job Description Templates
At first, job descriptions take time to build. But, once you have templates, you’ll save time editing. JD templates are much faster than always starting from scratch. Using templates also creates consistency and keeps you from missing important info. So, how do you build the best job description template for your roles? Here are 5… Read more »
5 Tips for Writing a Job Description Template
Writing a job description template is a great way to ensure consistency (and get more applies). Especially if you’re working with a big team. Here are 5 tips to get you started writing your own: 1. Eliminate Biased Words Words matter, especially if you’re writing a job description template. If your JDs are full of… Read more »
4 Tips for Writing a Good Job Description
Job descriptions are powerful. And writing a good job description is key to everything, from how many applicants you’ll get to how eager they’ll be to work for you. Companies often think the applicant does all the work to get an interview. This is partly true, but it’s also your job to create quality JDs… Read more »
5 Top Job Description Optimizer Tools
Are your job descriptions attracting the wrong applicants, not getting enough applicants, or getting lost in Google? Chances are your JDs need improvements. There are job description optimizer tools to help automate the process. Here are 5 examples: Ongig — Text Analyzer Ongig’s Text Analyzer is a cloud-based software for optimizing job descriptions. Ongig’s software:… Read more »
5 Tools for Creating a Job Description Template
Don’t know where (or how) to start creating a job description template? Here’s are 5 tools to help you write them with ease: Ongig Ongig is a great tool if you need help creating a job description template for diversity, or speed and scale. You can easily create templates to keep your JDs consistent. And,… Read more »
Job Description vs. Role Description – How to Tell the Difference
Job Description vs. Role Description: What’s the difference? Are they the same? The short answer, a role description is a section in a job description. But, here’s more on each: What is a “Job Description”? A “job description” is everything about an open position you want potential candidates to know. It explains what a job… Read more »
4 Examples of Inconsistency in Job Postings
A job posting is the first interaction candidates have with your company. And, first impressions last. So, it’s important to be consistent. Here are 4 job posting inconsistencies that might confuse candidates. Or keep them from applying. 1. Conflicting Salary Information Do some of your job postings have salary information and others don’t? It’s not… Read more »
7 Examples of a Manager Job Description Template [+ 1 free to copy/paste]
700+ people search for some variation of “manager job description template” on Google every month. In this blog, you’ll find: the definition of “manager” 7 examples of manager job descriptions a free copy/paste template to help you write your own manager JD Note: I ran the job postings through Ongig’s Text Analyzer software to ensure… Read more »
