There has been a growing movement to recognize the value of skills in the hiring process. But we have a long way to go when it comes to ensuring job descriptions keep up.

Sometimes it's the job description that should be sent packing, not the employee. Poorly written or conceived job descriptions abound.

Reviewing and updating job descriptions can be an afterthought in many organizations. Some may even view it as a waste of time. What many leaders don't realize, however, is that job descriptions ...

An excellent job description needs to accomplish several important tasks. It has to describe the job, of course, and it needs to do that with as much detail and honesty as possible. Similarly ...

Of course, not everyone can do every job, but a growth mindset will help you see and articulate both your qualifications and your potential in a new career field. Consider the following ways in which ...

Policy: Each position at the College should have a current job description. It is the responsibility of the supervisor or department head to update and ascertain that each employee has a current and ...

Here are some of the most commonly mentioned statements in job descriptions and what they might—or actually—mean.

Job descriptions are often written then relegated to a dusty three-ring binder on a shelf, but they are evolving documents. The best way to keep the job description current is to use it.