Writing Your Job Description

If you do not have a job description and need assistance with one, we suggest outlining the following in your posting, keeping in mind that a well-written job description should help decrease the quantity of unqualified applicants. 

The key elements of a well-written job description:

• The job or position title
• The department and person the applicant will report to
• A brief summary of the position and its overarching responsibility or function or role within the organization
• A list of the position’s essential duties
• The specific knowledge, skills, work history, or other experiences, training, language, or aptitudes required for the job
• The educational requirements for the job, such as degrees and certifications
• Qualities or attributes that contribute to superior performance in the position
• Salary: paid/unpaid/college credit (must be approved by Internship & Career Advisor)
•  Application instructions:  How the person will contact you-phone, email, fax, external link from company career site.