One of the time-consuming tasks that often lands on your plate is creating a good job description. It’s very important, as you want your candidates to get a clear understanding of the role. That’s why it’s crucial that the job description is both objective and error-free.
Do you sometimes find yourself staring at a blank page for hours? You know exactly what your ideal candidate will do, but you just can’t get it down on paper? A competency-driven ATS is the solution for you! If you read our blogs regularly, you already know that a competency-driven ATS offers many benefits. But did you also know that it can write job descriptions for you? The smart software automatically generates professional and objective job descriptions. And that saves… exactly! A ton of time.
We hear you thinking, does this mean I’ll become redundant as a recruiter? Definitely not! You are actually the key to providing the essential data needed for the input. This includes the job title, a concise summary of the responsibilities, and, of course, the desired competencies and skills. The ATS takes care of the rest. Within seconds, you’ll have a complete, structured, and appealing job description.
Not convinced yet? Let’s break down the benefits for you.
Time!
The most obvious advantage: manually writing a good job description can easily take you an hour, and that’s before you even input the rest of the data. With a competency-driven ATS, you save valuable time—time you can invest in other tasks within your recruitment process. Think proactive candidate sourcing, strengthening relationships with hiring managers, or optimizing the candidate journey. That’s a clear win!
Say goodbye to unconscious bias
Unconscious biases. Nobody wants them, yet everyone has them. Whether it’s in word choice, how a role is described, or targeting a specific audience (for example, students), there’s a certain bias in all of us. This can unknowingly and unintentionally introduce subjectivity, which may lead to the inadvertent exclusion of certain groups of candidates. Take the example mentioned earlier: why should only a student be considered suitable for a job in hospitality?
An automatically generated job description is based on objective data: required competencies and skills. This way, you always have neutral and inclusive texts that appeal to every talent. That’s how your organization becomes truly inclusive!
Consistency and professionalism
Whether it’s a junior role or a management position, generating job descriptions based on data ensures a consistent tone of voice. Your job postings are recognizable and professional, which naturally contributes to your organization’s employer branding. A nice bonus, isn’t it?
Focus op competenties = key
Recruiting based on competencies = the foundation for success. In today’s dynamic job market, competencies and skills are more valuable than experience. Focus your job descriptions on competencies to attract candidates who possess these skills and abilities. This way, you can be almost certain they will succeed in the role.
Meer impact, minder fouten
Typos, unclear phrasing, or accidentally copying the wrong text—we’ve all been there. It looks sloppy and doesn’t do your candidate experience any favors. It can even affect how candidates perceive your organization. By automating the writing process, you minimize the chance of errors. With a competency-based, automatically generated text, you always leave a professional and reliable impression.
A competency-driven ATS is no longer a luxury—it’s an essential tool for every organization and, therefore, for you as a recruiter. Want to take your recruitment process to the next level and enjoy all the benefits? Schedule a demo and discover Recrout’s software. Did you know you can also try our software for free for two weeks? Not satisfied? Then you’re not tied to anything at all.
