Job Descriptions: How to Determine if You Should Apply
Written by Alyssia White
Finding a job that fits your expertise can be challenging, especially if you are unsure what role you would qualify for. According to research done by Robert Half, 78% of workers would apply for a job when they don’t match all the qualifications. Part of this is due to unrealistic expectations of what companies are looking for in a candidate.
For this blog, we will learn the necessary details that candidates miss in the job description.
Job title
The most crucial element in this section is the job title. A job title that identifies the job accurately and precisely is valuable: (1) to the jobholder or someone new coming into the job; (2) for purposes of establishing the relationships among jobs; and (3) for purposes of comparing the job with others in the organization.
Job Summary
It is a brief narrative picture of the job highlighting its general characteristics. This includes the job responsibilities and the purpose of the role.
Job Qualifications
Job specifications describe the specific job requirements. This could include education, years of experience, and physical and mental abilities.
How would these assist with finding the role that’s a right fit? Ask yourself these questions before applying to any role:
Do I meet these qualifications?
Do I have any experience in these areas?
Am I comfortable with the job responsibilities and expectations?
With these details in mind, you will better understand which roles to apply to and increase your chances of landing an interview.
Sources:
How to Write a Job Description | Compensation.blr.com
