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Definitions for Job Description
job de·scrip·tion

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. job descriptionnoun

    description of the responsibilities associated with a given job

Wiktionary

  1. job descriptionnoun

    An outline of the description of the tasks and responsibilities in a post within an organization.

Wikipedia

  1. Job description

    A job description or JD is a written narrative that describes the general tasks, or other related duties, and responsibilities of a position. It may specify the functionary to whom the position reports, specifications such as the qualifications or skills needed by the person in the job, information about the equipment, tools and work aids used, working conditions, physical demands, and a salary range. Job descriptions are usually narrative, but some may comprise a simple list of competencies; for instance, strategic human resource planning methodologies may be used to develop a competency architecture for an organization, from which job descriptions are built as a shortlist of competencies.According to Torrington, a job description is usually developed by conducting a job analysis, which includes examining the tasks and sequences of tasks necessary to perform the job. The analysis considers the areas of knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the job. Job analysis generally involves the following steps: collecting and recording job information; checking the job information for accuracy; writing job descriptions based on the information; using the information to determine what skills, abilities, and knowledge are required to perform the job; updating the information from time to time. A job usually includes several roles. According to Hall, the job description might be broadened to form a person specification or may be known as "terms of reference". The person/job specification can be presented as a stand-alone document, but in practice it is usually included within the job description. A job description is often used by employers in the recruitment process.

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  1. job description

    A job description is a document or written statement that outlines the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, and reporting relationships of a specific job. It typically includes the job title, purpose of the job, tasks to be performed, skills or expertise needed, and sometimes, the conditions under which the work is done. A job description serves as a reference point for employers and employees, providing clarity about the job role and expectations.

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  1. Job description

    A job description is a list that a person might use for general tasks, or functions, and responsibilities of a position. It may often include to whom the position reports, specifications such as the qualifications or skills needed by the person in the job, or a salary range. Job descriptions are usually narrative, but some may instead comprise a simple list of competencies; for instance, strategic human resource planning methodologies may be used to develop a competency architecture for an organization, from which job descriptions are built as a shortlist of competencies.

U.S. National Library of Medicine

  1. Job Description

    Statement of the position requirements, qualifications for the position, wage range, and any special conditions expected of the employee.

Editors Contribution

  1. job description

    An accurate electronic document for a specific job title that includes the purpose of the job, role and responsibilities for the job, accurate experience and skills required, proposed salary and other accurate and specific details as required by law or legislation.

    A job description is an element of an employment process to ensure the company or organization can recruit a person with the necessary ability, skills and qualifications.


    Submitted by MaryC on September 26, 2016  

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of Job Description in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of Job Description in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

Examples of Job Description in a Sentence

  1. Erin Jones:

    It's part of my job description.

  2. Alan Gross:

    I was very happy to hear what the President had to say today – it was particularly cool to be sitting next to the Secretary of State as he was hearing about his job description for the next couple of months, in all seriousness, this is a game changer which I support.

  3. Marlo Lyons:

    Look at the job description and your resume and make sure there is a synergy, and make sure the recruiter, who doesn't know you at all, can see the connection between you and the job description.

  4. Jimmy Olang:

    He told me that if I ever made it to the U.S., he’d have a job for me, we didn’t have gutters in Nairobi. The job description made no sense to me. Kenny said to just come the next morning and he’d show me.


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