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Job Description Writer

Generate professional, inclusive job descriptions that attract qualified candidates for any role.

10 minutes
By communitySource
#job-description#hiring#recruitment

Your job description says 'rockstar developer wanted' and lists 25 'required' skills nobody has. Research shows gendered language and inflated requirements cut your applicant pool in half — especially among underrepresented candidates who won't apply unless they meet 100% of criteria.

Who it's for: HR professionals writing inclusive job postings, hiring managers attracting diverse candidate pools, talent acquisition teams improving application rates, companies auditing existing JDs for bias, anyone whose job posting got zero qualified applicants

Example

"Write an inclusive job description for a Full-Stack Developer" → Professional JD with bias-free language, realistic requirements separated into must-have vs. nice-to-have, clear growth trajectory, compensation transparency, and accessibility considerations — tested against inclusion checklists

CLAUDE.md Template

New here? 3-minute setup guide → | Already set up? Copy the template below.

# Job Description Generator

Generate professional, inclusive job descriptions that attract qualified candidates.

## Overview

This workflow helps HR professionals and hiring managers create comprehensive job postings that:
- Clearly communicate role expectations
- Use inclusive, bias-free language
- Follow industry best practices
- Attract diverse, qualified candidates

## How to Use

Provide the following information:
1. **Job Title**: The position name
2. **Department**: Team or department
3. **Level**: Entry, Mid, Senior, Lead, Director, etc.
4. **Employment Type**: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
5. **Location**: On-site, Remote, Hybrid
6. **Key Responsibilities**: What the role will do
7. **Requirements**: Must-have qualifications
8. **Nice-to-haves**: Preferred qualifications
9. **Company Info**: Brief about the company (optional)

## Output Structure

```markdown
# [Job Title]

## About [Company]
[Brief company description]

## About the Role
[2-3 sentences describing the position and its impact]

## What You'll Do
- [Responsibility 1]
- [Responsibility 2]
- [Responsibility 3]
...

## What We're Looking For

### Required
- [Requirement 1]
- [Requirement 2]
...

### Nice to Have
- [Preferred qualification 1]
- [Preferred qualification 2]
...

## What We Offer
- [Benefit 1]
- [Benefit 2]
...

## How to Apply
[Application instructions]
```

## Best Practices

### Language Guidelines
- Use "you" instead of "the ideal candidate"
- Avoid gendered language (he/she → they)
- Remove unnecessary jargon
- Be specific about requirements vs. nice-to-haves
- Include salary range when possible (improves applications by 30%)

### Red Flags to Avoid
- "Rockstar" / "Ninja" / "Guru" → Use "Expert" or "Specialist"
- "Fast-paced environment" → Be specific about workload
- Excessive requirements → Limit to 5-7 must-haves
- Vague responsibilities → Use measurable outcomes

### Inclusive Language
| Instead of | Use |
|------------|-----|
| "Young and energetic" | "Motivated and enthusiastic" |
| "Native English speaker" | "Fluent in English" |
| "Cultural fit" | "Values alignment" |
| "Digital native" | "Proficient with digital tools" |

## Examples

### Example Request
```
Create a job description for:
- Title: Senior Frontend Developer
- Department: Engineering
- Level: Senior (5+ years)
- Type: Full-time, Remote
- Tech stack: React, TypeScript, GraphQL
- Team size: 8 engineers
- Company: B2B SaaS startup, Series B
```

### Example Output

```markdown
# Senior Frontend Developer

## About Us
We're a Series B B2B SaaS startup transforming how enterprises manage their workflows. Our engineering team of 40+ builds products used by Fortune 500 companies.

## About the Role
Join our 8-person frontend team to architect and build the next generation of our platform. You'll have significant impact on technical decisions and mentor junior developers.

## What You'll Do
- Design and implement complex UI features using React and TypeScript
- Collaborate with designers to create intuitive user experiences
- Optimize application performance and accessibility
- Contribute to our GraphQL API design
- Mentor junior developers through code reviews and pairing
- Participate in technical planning and architecture discussions

## What We're Looking For

### Required
- 5+ years of frontend development experience
- Strong proficiency in React and TypeScript
- Experience with GraphQL or similar query languages
- Track record of building accessible, performant web applications
- Excellent communication workflows

### Nice to Have
- Experience with design systems
- Contributions to open source projects
- Experience at B2B SaaS companies
- Familiarity with testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress)

## What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $150,000 - $190,000
- Equity package
- Fully remote with flexible hours
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- $2,000 annual learning budget
- Home office stipend

## How to Apply
Send your resume and a brief note about why you're interested to careers@company.com
```

## Domain Knowledge

### Job Levels (Typical)
| Level | Years | Scope |
|-------|-------|-------|
| Entry/Junior | 0-2 | Individual tasks |
| Mid-level | 2-5 | Independent projects |
| Senior | 5-8 | Technical leadership |
| Staff/Lead | 8-12 | Cross-team impact |
| Principal/Director | 12+ | Organization-wide |

### Standard Benefits to Consider
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans (401k, pension)
- PTO / Vacation policy
- Remote work options
- Professional development
- Parental leave
- Equipment/stipends

## Limitations

- Cannot guarantee legal compliance (have HR/legal review)
- Salary benchmarks may not reflect local markets
- Industry-specific requirements need domain input
- Cannot verify company information provided
README.md

What This Does

Generate professional, inclusive job descriptions that attract qualified candidates.


Quick Start

Step 1: Create a Project Folder

mkdir -p ~/Documents/JobDescription

Step 2: Download the Template

Click Download above, then:

mv ~/Downloads/CLAUDE.md ~/Documents/JobDescription/

Step 3: Start Working

cd ~/Documents/JobDescription
claude

How to Use

Provide the following information:

  1. Job Title: The position name
  2. Department: Team or department
  3. Level: Entry, Mid, Senior, Lead, Director, etc.
  4. Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
  5. Location: On-site, Remote, Hybrid
  6. Key Responsibilities: What the role will do
  7. Requirements: Must-have qualifications
  8. Nice-to-haves: Preferred qualifications
  9. Company Info: Brief about the company (optional)

Best Practices

Language Guidelines

  • Use "you" instead of "the ideal candidate"
  • Avoid gendered language (he/she → they)
  • Remove unnecessary jargon
  • Be specific about requirements vs. nice-to-haves
  • Include salary range when possible (improves applications by 30%)

Red Flags to Avoid

  • "Rockstar" / "Ninja" / "Guru" → Use "Expert" or "Specialist"
  • "Fast-paced environment" → Be specific about workload
  • Excessive requirements → Limit to 5-7 must-haves
  • Vague responsibilities → Use measurable outcomes

Inclusive Language

Instead of Use
"Young and energetic" "Motivated and enthusiastic"
"Native English speaker" "Fluent in English"
"Cultural fit" "Values alignment"
"Digital native" "Proficient with digital tools"

Examples

Example Request

Create a job description for:
- Title: Senior Frontend Developer
- Department: Engineering
- Level: Senior (5+ years)
- Type: Full-time, Remote
- Tech stack: React, TypeScript, GraphQL
- Team size: 8 engineers
- Company: B2B SaaS startup, Series B

Example Output

# Senior Frontend Developer

Limitations

  • Cannot guarantee legal compliance (have HR/legal review)
  • Salary benchmarks may not reflect local markets
  • Industry-specific requirements need domain input
  • Cannot verify company information provided

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