Detailed Job Descriptions

A Detailed Job Description provides an in-depth and precise overview of a job role, encompassing responsibilities, qualifications, skills, experience, and other specific requirements or expectations related to a position within a product team or any other organisational team.

Purpose

The purpose of a detailed job description is to form a basis for effective recruitment, onboarding, and performance management within an organisation. By clearly outlining the expectations and requirements of a role, a detailed job description helps attract candidates who are the best fit for the position, reducing recruitment time and increasing the likelihood of successful hires. Additionally, it provides a clear framework for performance evaluation and alignment, ensuring that new hires understand their role and responsibilities from the outset.

Anti-Patterns

• Over-specification: Making the description so narrow that it excludes potentially excellent candidates who might be a slightly different fit but could bring added value.
• Neglecting Soft Skills: Being too focused on technical aspects and neglecting interpersonal or soft skills that might be vital for the role.
• Stagnancy: Not updating job descriptions over time as the role or company needs evolve.