Posts Tagged:Job Descriptions

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10 Free Job Description Template for Word Examples

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Quick Summary Word is still the most common format for job description templates. This guide rounds up 10 free, downloadable Word templates.Need more speed and scale? Try Ongig’s Template Builder instead. In this guide What is a Job Description Template in Word? A job description template in Word is a pre-built document you fill in… Read more »

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5 Examples of an Excel Job Description Template [+ free downloads]

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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 »

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What is a Job Family and How to Use Them Effectively?

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What is a job family? Why is it important? And what separates it from a job function? Let’s dive in for some answers.  Job Family Definition A job family includes roles with similar education, skills, training, or experience. So, what is the difference between job function and job family? A job family is a group of… Read more »

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20+ Must-Know Pay Equity Laws for Your Hiring

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Being clear and transparent about employee compensation is a step towards pay equity. So, more and more states are starting to require it in job postings. And, many companies are listing salary info even if it’s not required by law. What Are Pay Equity Laws? Pay equity laws are rules designed to ensure that people… Read more »

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10 Helpful Examples of an Internal Job Posting Template (2025)

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Companies want internal candidates more than ever right now. So, if you are drafting your own internal job posting template, these 5 examples might help (you can copy and paste for free!). Before we dive in, let’s define what “internal job posting” means. What is an internal job posting? An internal job posting is a… Read more »

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Generic vs. Specific Job Descriptions: Which is better?

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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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Manual vs AI for Writing Automation: Which is Best for Job Ads?

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A well-written job ad lays the foundation for your hiring process. It’s the key to attracting and hiring top talent. The current talent acquisition landscape is competitive. And top talent doesn’t stay for long without a job offer. So, this is where the question about AI for writing automation and manual processes comes in. Which… Read more »

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10 Helpful Optimization Tips for SEO Friendly Job Descriptions

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Did you know that 77% of recruiters have returned and hired candidates who initially didn’t appear to be a good fit? This is where SEO-friendly job descriptions become a powerful tool for improving the user experience and creating more straightforward job descriptions. Making job descriptions SEO-friendly doesn’t just assist job seekers in locating their ideal… Read more »

Writing Job Descriptions to Attract Diverse Candidates

How to Attract Diverse Talent: 11 Helpful Tips to Write Inclusive Job Ads (2024)

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Do you want to make sure your job ads grab the attention of all kinds of people? Then, you’re in the right place. So, do you need to make your talent search more inclusive to attract diverse talent? Here are 11 tips for writing job descriptions to attract diverse talent: 1. Avoid exclusionary words to… Read more »

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Why You Shouldn’t Start Job Ads with ‘About Us’: Best Tips to Boost Recruitment

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Where should your “About Us” section go in a job posting? The start? The middle? The end? If you guessed the start, you’re not alone, but you might be in for a surprise about its effectiveness. An informal survey of job postings on Indeed, Glassdoor, and Google for Jobs shows that 53.8% of employers start… Read more »

18 Helpful Employer Branding Strategies for Your Job Descriptions

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Today I’m going to show you a VERY effective list of employer branding strategies for your job descriptions. In fact, you’ll find 30+ strategies, tips, and examples in this post. So if you’re looking to build powerful, converting job postings you’ll really enjoy this list. Employer Branding Strategies on Job Descriptions vs Company Career Page… Read more »

Career Site Guide: How to Create a Better Career Site

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It’s no secret that your company career site is one of the most important elements of your recruiting strategy. In fact, it’s a culmination of many initiatives: candidate experience, employer branding, recruitment marketing, diversity and inclusion. So, keep reading this career site guide. The bottom line: Optimizing your company career site is necessary if you… Read more »

10 Winning Employer Brand Marketing Strategies

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Today I’m going to show some awesome employer brand marketing strategies. These are the same strategies our top clients use to get (and stay) in the minds of job seekers. Let’s get to it! Email Marketing Content Marketing Job Boards Company Job Pages Employer Review Sites Google Adwords (Search Network) Google Analytics Social Media Advertising… Read more »

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10 KSA Examples to use in Job Postings [+ a free template]

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600+ people a month search “KSA examples” on Google. So I felt compelled to share some examples and shed some light on what KSA means. As your organization grows, it becomes a challenge to know what you’re looking for as you hire to expand your teams. So this leads to hiring unqualified talent. And recruiting… Read more »

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Who Should Write Job Descriptions? (5 best examples)

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Who should write job descriptions in your biz? Some enterprise co.s have 17,000+ people writing JDs. Others have only a few who crank out 1,000s per week. There are also what I call editors and approvers. These people on your team might not write full JDs, but they are part of the process — or… Read more »