When writing job postings, it is important to keep in mind that the posting is a tool to both attract and inform applicants. The posting is the first exposure the applicant has to the company's hiring process, so it needs to send the right message and start the applicant/company relationship off on a positive note. After completing this assignment, you will have some insight into how to write an effective job posting. INSTRUCTIONS: Carefully review the three sample job postings provided in the Weekly Folder, and then answer the questions below. 1. Provide your general thoughts and comments regarding each of the sample postings. Include your opinion regarding the length, readability, content, and style of each posting (as well as your general impression). a. SAMPLE 1: b. SAMPLE 2: c. SAMPLE 3: 2. Which sample did the best job of providing information about the company and its' culture? 3. Were any of the samples too wordy? 4. Which of the samples seemed to include the job description/job specification word for word? Do you think this is a good way to write a posting? 5. After reading Sample 3, would you want to apply for the job? How about after reading Sample 2? 6. What would you do to improve each of the sample postings? a. SAMPLE 1: b. SAMPLE 2: c. SAMPLE 3: 7. Based on what you saw in these samples, come up with at least 2 "Do's" and 2 "Don'ts" for writing effective job postings. (I will compile all student responses into a master list, and will provide it to everyone for your future reference.) DO'S FOR WRITING JOB POSTINGS: 1. 2. DON'TS FOR WRITING JOB POSTINGS: 1. 2. SAMPLE 1 HR Business Partner Job Description If your resume could use a little Feng Shui, then you've landed on the right page, because our client, a leading office furniture supplier, is currently seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to build their HR function. The ideal candidate will be a strong, decisive, results oriented leader who can develop and manage relationships across the company and with a wide variety of partners based on trust, teamwork and knowledge. Think you've got the goods? Pull up a chair - they've got plenty to go around - and let's get started. Five Things You Won't Find in Our Employee Handbook Why you want this gig: You're ready for a change; a shift from the mundane 90 's style drab cubes, to a workplace that amplifies the performance of people, teams and organizations. Keep walking if: You don't know all the words to Bohemian Rhapsody; we take our team building pretty seriously around here. Office, cubes or card tables? Take your pick. In your new role, you will be comfortably nestled in a plush wonderland of office interiors. Ease into your day with a lounger in the a.m. and power up post lunch with a trendy new upright workspace. Playing now on your bosses' iPod: "Rocking Chair in Hawaii" by George Harrison; even with vacation on the brain, it's hard for him to shake his craft. Holiday we don't close for but it would be cooler if we did : International Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19. Aye, it's a slippery plank upper-management walks but we've got to make those Doubloons. Because Life it Just Better in Bullets Job Duties \& Responsibilities - Build the HR function; talent management and organization development - Develop business strategies, identifying needs, assessing performance gaps and ultimately developing and delivering human capital strategies and solutions that drive improved business performance. - Consults with senior leaders regarding the most effective human capital investments to drive team effectiveness, profitable growth, and organizational change through the implementation of business plans. - Partners with senior leaders to design effective workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies while building internal leadership capabilities - Provides thought leadership and serves as a trusted advisor to senior leaders in order to enhance organizational design \& effectiveness, culture, and teammate capabilities. Desired Skills \& Experience - Requires 4 or more years of broad HR experience developing and delivering human capital strategies to senior level leadership teams. - This person needs to think big picture and not get bogged down by details - Requires the ability to lead the implementation of change initiatives following a project management discipline, creating and managing project plans and project reporting. - Ability to provide consultative support to assigned leaders in any number of business related areas, leveraging business acumen and full understanding of Human Resources to provide business solutions. - Requires college degree or equivalent substantial experience in leadership roles within HR, and professional certification in HR related discipline (PHR, SPHR, assessments, etc) Job: Human Resources/Training. SAMPLE 2 JOB DESCRIPTION Location: Atlanta, GA Department: Human Resources Relocation Provided: No Education Required: Bachelors Degree Experience Required: 5 - 7 Years Position Description: About Manhattan Associates Manhattan Associates continues to deliver on its 23-year heritage of providing global supply chain excellence to more than 1,200 customers worldwide that consider supply chain optimization core to their strategic market leadership. The company's supply chain innovations include: Manhattan SCOPE a portfolio of software solutions and technology that leverages a Supply Chain Process Platform to help organizations optimize their supply chains from planning through execution; Manhattan SCALE TM, a portfolio of distribution management and transportation management solutions built on Microsoft. NET technology; and Manhattan Carrier TM, a suite of supply chain solutions specifically addressing the needs of the motor carrier industry. For more information, please visit www.manh.com. As the HR Business Partner focused on driving business success, this key role provides strategic HR leadership/partnership and support to the business ensuring achievement of business strategies and objectives by maximizing human capital. This includes building business partner relationships based on trust and credibility, and the flawless execution of HR programs, policies, and practices so that quality objectives and deadlines are met successfully. Excellent customer service-focus, decision-making, creative and innovative problem-solving, leadership abilities and presence, as well as stellar communication skills and executive presence are keys to success in this role. Key skills and abilities include coaching, influencing, facilitation, communication, process development and improvement , analysis and problem solving. Requires experience and proficiency in HR discipline. - Ability to produce high quality work, be flexible, prioritize business demands, anticipate needs, and take initiative. - Provide expert advice, coaching, and counsel to leaders and employees on HR programs, policy and procedures, employment laws, conflict resolution, performance levels, change management, and organizational development to promote a fair and equitable work environment - Identify and recommend areas of improvement. Review ways to improve the execution of HR delivery. - Translate workforce data/metrics into meaningful plans for leadership to act upon. - Maintain current and complete understanding of Federal and State laws; protects company's interests by ensuring all legal requirements for equal employment and compliance are met by keeping informed of changes in these areas and by implementing the necessary practices/programs to meet these changes. - Determines and recommends employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and engagement. - Works closely with management in the implementation of corporate policies and programs related to talent management. - Participates and consults with leaders on company-wide programs and initiatives (e.g., performance management, salary review, workforce planning, organizational change and special projects). - Leads annual Human Resources project(s) as determined in the annual HR plan and participates in cross-functional initiatives. - Conducts exit and new hire interviews and makes recommendations based on trends identified during such meetings. - Facilitates engagement activities; roundtables, new leader assimilation exercises and team building. - Researches human resources issues and makes recommendations to improve programs, processes, and/or efficiency. Position Requirements: Position Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field - Five (5) to seven (7) years progressive experience as a Human Resources Business Partner/Generalist - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - ability to present, train, influence, and facilitate Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with HRIS system(s); SAP experience strongly preferred. - Broad knowledge and experience in employment law, employee relations, performance management; some compensation experience preferred. - Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of company employees and leadership - Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality; ability to maintain strict confidentiality on sensitive issues - Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment - Strong business acumen Manhattan Associates is at the forefront of the most innovative technologies, in a business casual environment that provides plenty of opportunity for growth. We pride ourselves on promoting a culture that encourages open minds, fosters superior communication and creates new possibilities. Manhattan Associates is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. In the United States, Manhattan Associates participates in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration. Participation in the E-Verify Program allows Manhattan Associates to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees after the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9) has been completed. *LI-MH1 SAMPLE 3 HUMAN RESOURCE GENERALIST Job Description A National Service Organization located in a prestigious building in the heart of Buckhead, has an immediate opening for a Human Resources Generalist Position. Primary responsibilities are to support JAK Productions with their HR needs such as employee relations, compliance, training, general compensation,policy and procedure development and implementation, development of business expansion strategies, support management in achieving goals for growth. Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university or four years of direct and relevant experience required. PHR certification or in process prefered Solid knowledge of local, state and federal laws governing recruiting and employment isues required