Office of Human Resources - HR Advisor

Before you begin, it is important to determine that the job description is consistent and relevant to the expected duties and responsibilities of the position you are recruiting for.

HR ADVISOR HOME QUESTIONS? TEMPE/POLYTECHNIC HR Partners Consultant WEST Audrey Dumouchel-Jones 602.543.8406

Factors to consider
Do you have an accurate description of the job?

1. Assess whether the vacant position's duties and responsibilities are based upon your business processes/direction and organizational structure.
2. Determine all functions and responsibilities of the position, ask for input from department staff, the past incumbent and management .
3. Reference the ASU job descriptions for general duties and functions of the position.
4. Using the ASU job description, prioritize the major job duties and functions of the position.
5. Begin each description with an action verb (i.e. direct, provide, research, coordinate).

What's best to include in a Job Posting?

1. Ensure the duties and responsiblities are reflective of the job classification, title and salary.
2. Keep the applicant in mind and be clear, concise and descriptive.
3. Include a department description and website to allow the applicant to research the department and be better prepared for the interview.
4. Minimum qualifications for classified staff are determined by the Arizona Board of Regents, for more information for Service Professional and Administrative staff contact your HR Partner or Staffing Specialist or Audrey Dumouchel-Jones at the ASU West campus.
5. Desired Qualifications are established to customize and narrow your applicant pool based on additional work related skills not specified in the minimum qualifications.
6. Establish the essential functions for the position which may be the same as the duties and responsibilities or more descriptive. For instructions on developing essential functions visit the HR Office of Diversity.