On the spectrum of managerial chores, writing a job description probably falls somewhere between conducting employee performance reviews and filing expense reports — high on tedium, low on immediate gratification. But experts advise shifting your perspective. Instead, see it as a chance to showcase how your organization’s vision, brand, and values connect with what jobseekers care about most. To get the attention of potential candidates, follow these steps: 1) Reflect on the qualities, knowledge, experience, and skills that would make a candidate a good fit. 2) Highlight how the job connects to the organization’s strategy. 3) Showcase opportunities for growth. 4) Emphasize
