Job Posting Template-generic

 

Job Posting Template Template

Overview  

Duties   Duties

Qualifications and Evaluation  Evaluation  

How to Apply  

Benefits and Other Information

 

Job Title SALARY RANGE:

OPEN PERIOD:

SERIES AND GRADE:

POSITION INFORMATION:

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:

DUTY LOCATIONS:

JOB SUMMARY SUMMARY Begin with a 1-2 1-2 sentence summary of t he agency mission stateme statement. nt. Follow with a brief italicized paragraph paragraph (2-4 sentences) that that speaks dir ectly to appli cants and describes, as as compelling ly as possib le, how the posit ion (and/or the work unit in wh ich it resides) impacts your agency’s ability to fulfill its missi on. First paragraph: A succinc t (2-3 (2-3 sentences) summary of your organization’s organization’s mis sion and impact. Middle paragraphs paragraphs (2-4, (2-4, depending depending on the position ): Describe Describe the role of t he position in the organization, give a high-level high-level overview of the duties associ ate ated d with the job, give the critical few absolute requirements (i.e., (i.e., education education or experience) and and dis cuss competencies and skills required for succ ess in the positi on. Ea Each ch paragraph should b e very succinct (1-4 sentences) sentences).. For example:  example:   This is a [senior/journey/entry]-level [senior/journey/entry]-level position in [Program Office], Office], [Division/Group]. You will play an integral role in…by… This position requires extensive knowledge of… You must be able to… The ideal candidate will possess outstanding written and spoken communication skills and… You must have experience in… Federal sector experience in this field is [highly desirable/required/not required] reiterates the impact of the posi tion on t he Closing line: A final pitch to potential applicants that reiterates organization’s capacity capacity to fulfill its mis sion. Key Requirements (provide a bulleted list list))  Citizenship    U.S. Citizenship    Degree in…  in…     Ability to…  to…    Etc. •

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Job Posting Template Template

Overview  Overview 

Duties  

Qualifications and Evaluation  Evaluation  

How to Apply  Apply  

Benefits and Other Information

  Open with a 1-2 sentence summary position d escription, and follow it with a bulleted list of m ajor Open duties/responsibilities associated with the position . For example: example:   Serving as ________ ___________ ____, _, you will ______ _________ ______ ______ ___.. This wil l inc lud e the follo win g:  

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  Job Posting Template Template

Overview  Overview 

Duties  Duties  

Qualifications and Evaluation  Evaluation   How to Apply  Apply  

Benefits and Other Information

  Qualifications: GS-13: To GS-13:  To qualify for the GS-13, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the F

GS-12 levelmay in the ederal service, or comparable experience not gained through federal service. Such experience include: here    Give plain English, positio n-specific examples here  bul ul let ed l is istt wor w or ks wel l      A b •

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GS-14:  To qualify for the GS-14, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14: To GS-13 level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through federal service. Such experience may include: here    Give plain English, positio n-specific examples here  bul ul let ed l is istt wor w or ks wel l      A b •

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How You Will Be Evaluated: Explain the basis upon which candidates will be assessed – e.g., e.g., self-assessment self-assessment questionnaire, subject matter expert panel review o f resume, automated skil ls assessment, etc... If Category Category Rating is used fo r the hirin g action, inclu de an explanation explanation o f quality c ate ategories. gories.

Use this space to succi nctly descri be (i.e. (i.e.,, in a few sentences) and link t o furth er information o n Veterans’ Preference, EEO Policy, Reasonable Accomodation, and Regulatory Guidance  Guidance  

 

  Job Posting Template Template

Overview   Overview

Duties Duties  

Qualifications and Evaluation

 How to Apply 

Benefits and Other Information

Provide simple, concise, step-by-step step-by-step instructi ons on how to apply – make effective effective use of wh ite space. For example: Step 1:  1:   Getting Started  Started   Provide a succinct overview of the application system and how to begin. Step 2: _____________________________ 2:  _____________________________   Etc.   Etc. What to Expect Next:   Explain how, when and under what circumstances the applicant should expect to hear from you.  you.  

 

Job Posting Template Template

Overview  Overview 

Duties  Duties  

Qualifications and Evaluation  Evaluation  

How to Apply  Apply  

Benefits and Other Information

Benefits and Perks ederal jobs. De Describe scribe them in a bulleted bulleted list usin g   Benefits are a major selling point fo r F ederal •

enticing language. Link to details as necessary. necessary.   Other Information:  As need ed. ed.