Free Examples of Job Descriptions
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Looking at free examples of job descriptions makes sense for job seekers and employers alike. Sample job descriptions contain valuable information that can be used in a number of ways.
Why Look at Different Job Descriptions
For Jobseekers
Most people, if asked, could name a handful of job titles right away. Given a bit more time, they could probably come up with a few more. There are hundreds of ways that someone can make a living, and as technology changes, there are new occupations opening up as well that didn't exist even a few years ago.
When you think about it, people spend a good portion of their time working or commuting to and from work. Choosing an employment field is a big decision for young people, since it affects the type and level of education they decide to pursue. Looking at a job title and deciding that you are interested in pursuing that kind of work may not be the best choice. The title alone doesn't provide an in-depth look at what your typical working day would be like.
Not only does the job description provide you with this valuable information, but it also includes the following:
- Equipment necessary
- Level of education and knowledge needed
- Who the person in the position reports to
- How the position-holder relates to other departments in the company
Once you have more detailed information about different ways to earn a living in hand, you can make better choices about the kinds of careers that would be a good fit for you. You may find that once you delve a bit deeper into the day-to-day responsibilities of a job, it may not be something you are interested in pursuing after all.
For Employers
Employers benefit from specific job descriptions, too. When they are trying to fill available positions, this information helps them to determine exactly what functions the new person hired will be expected to fulfill. Hiring a person who turns out to be a poor fit for a position is an expensive proposition.
Not only are there costs associated with advertising a job opening, but the company may experience a loss of productivity due to vacancies. Offering training to new people who don't stay on is a drain on company coffers. Whether the person ends up quitting or being let go, the whole hiring cycle needs to start again to find a new employee to fill the newly-created vacancy.
Job descriptions also help company managers to plan how the employees will work together and what kinds of duties each position is responsible for carrying out. When the time comes to evaluate employee performance, how can supervisors make a fair assessment if they don't know what the employee is expected to do? It's isn't fair for employers not to make their expectations clear to employees, either, and a well-written job description is beneficial to both parties.
Where to Find Free Examples of Job Descriptions
There are a number of places you can find free examples of job descriptions. In addition to visiting company and professional association websites to find this valuable information, you can also find relevant information on the website for the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This agency, through its Occupational Outlook Handbook, provides information about hundreds of different kinds of jobs. This information is updated every couple of years, and you have the option of searching for a specific job title by using the search box or looking at an alphabetical list of occupations.
Not only does this valuable resource provide detailed job descriptions, but it also has statistics on the number of people employed in each occupation. You will also find salary figures, along with information about job prospects and projected growth (or lack thereof) for different employment categories.
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