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What must I absolutely include in my human resources job description?
I'm trying to find a competent, energetic and mid-level HR staffer. What should I put in my job descrip? Should I leave anything out?
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John,
Not clear from your note if you are looking for a specialist (i.e benefits, compensation) or more of a generalist HR position. This will determine what should be included in the job description. You should also give consideration to what type of prior HR experience you will need as well as the competencies you are looking for in order to ensure success of this individual.
You should be able to find some sample job descriptions at www.shrm.org and should be able to review without joining the association.
Jim Geier
President and Founder
Human Capital Consulting Partners
www.hccpartners.com
Hi John,
Assuming that you are looking for a generalist from the lines above. Your best bet is to decided what's most important to you.
Is it industry experience? Similar size company? Or HR qualification? Or all of them?
Becuase I wouldn't write a JD now. I'd write the advert - which doesn't need to touch on everything and then get the succesful candidate to write their own JD - with the proviso that it can change at a minute's notice to accomodate business needs.
And then stop worrying about it.
I would write a Job description which would include the purpose (which would briefly describe the essential functions) Next I would include the day to day responsibilities. Next I would identify the requirement and preferences. I also think it is important to include the essential physical functions of the job. I also include the phrase " perform all additional functions as needed" I hope this helps you.
If you are unfamiliar with the rules and regulations for U.S. job descriptions, I would suggest using this link:
http://www.careerinfonet.org/jobwriter/default.aspx?nodeid=19
This free gov't website is designed to help make compliant (if not extremely long) job descriptions.
They also include a link to JAN to help you better understand the role that reasonable accommodations plays in the description and the hiring process as a whole. It is also crucial to use physical requirements when necessary to avoid potential litigation, even in an office setting your HR person may be required to lift, climb, or walk distances.
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