Employee Job/Role Descriptions:

Job Descriptions are one of the most vital components of organizational performance. These define activities, priorities, and expectations for employees. These can be used for hiring new employees or improving the performance of existing employees. Some benefits and applications for well-defined functional job descriptions are as follows:

• For Pre-Interviewing & Hiring: Consider the essential duties and skills before placing the ad. Use the job description to support placement and advertising efforts for new or existing positions.
• For Interviews: A well-defined job-description is a valuable tools for developing the right interview questions. This will help you make sure that there is a "good fit" between the organization and the applicant. The applicant will have a clearer understanding of the expectations of the employer while going into the position, reducing the likelihood of attrition once accepting the role.
• For Orientation: The job description will provide an outline for the new-hire training process and help you identify and prioritize needed areas of training. The best time to mold an employee around your expectations is during the hire and shortly afterwards, as this is the time when they are generally most "moldable".
• For Performance Management: With well-written job descriptions, an employer can be clear about performance expectations from the start. Job descriptions are a valuable tool for managing employee performance relative to established expectations. If disciplinary action is needed, a well written job description will put you on legally sound ground for performance coaching and for taking appropriate action.
• For Legal Protection: If you are ever challenged by an employee or governmental agency for a hiring or an employment decision, one of the most important documents you will be expected to provide is a copy of the job description. Being prepared will help prevent you from being caught "off guard" should this type of challenge arise and will provide a reference point for actions taken with the employee.

Whether you have a designated HR Function or not, The Crossroads Group can evaluate and update your existing job descriptions to ensure relevancy or design new ones for your organization.

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