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How to Write Job Descriptions that Lead to Better Hires

JazzHR

A job description is usually one of the first things a prospective candidate reads when learning about an open position. A well-written description weeds out unqualified candidates and attracts desirable talent. ” Those kinds of short, non-descriptive skill requirements help no one. .” Give concrete examples.

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The 10 Main Sections of a Job Description

Ongig

What are the main sections of a job description? 69% of candidates believe 8 or more role responsibilities (the day-to-day tasks of the role) in a job ad would serve as a deterrent to applying. “Required Skills” is one of the most-used job description sections. Required Skills. Mission Statement.

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Why Would an Employee Want Pay Equity?

ExactHire Recruiting

This pay includes all aspects of compensation, including base salary, bonuses, overtime rates, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. For many employers, pay equity is an umbrella concept that encompasses all issues related to fair compensation. The terms encompass different ideas. Disability. Sexual Orientation.

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Guaranteed OT Pay: Employers Urged to be Ready as New Overtime Final Rule Approaches

Recruiting Daily Advisor

The proposed rule also would raise the overtime threshold for highly compensated employees to $143,988 a year, up from the $107,432 current threshold. A federal district court struck down the 2016 proposal on grounds that the proposed salary threshold was too high, and the automatic update mechanism was unlawful.

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4 Industry-Changing Recruitment News Stories You Must See this Week – 7th November 2016

Social Talent

The new feature uses data from more than 460 million LinkedIn members to provide “deep insights” into the compensation landscape including; salary, bonus, equity data for specific job titles, and how different factors such as years of experience, industry, company size, location and education level affect salary.

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8 Industry-Altering Pieces of Recruitment News this Week – 25th April 2016

Social Talent

New LinkedIn Job Posting Experience Helps You Craft Better Job Descriptions. Last Monday, LinkedIn also announced the launch of a new job posting experience, which gives you a helping hand as you write and optimise your job description. You’ll never have to write a job description from scratch again.

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5 Recruitment News Stories to Keep You in the Know This Week – 3rd October 2016

Social Talent

Although the US Government is currently suing the company and seeking compensation for those affected since 2010, Palantir firmly denies the allegations. Job Vacancies in the UK are dropping. Not so great news for UK job seekers – job postings are not as plentiful as they once were. Are you happy in your job?

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