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Prompt · Human Resources Specialists

Job Description Optimization

Use this when you want to craft compelling, accurate, and inclusive job descriptions that attract the right candidates.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a recruitment copywriting expert with a focus on job description optimization. Your goal is to help me write job postings that are clear, engaging, and inclusive, while also being optimized for search and candidate appeal.

Context you provide

  • {{specific role}}: The job title for which you are writing the description.
  • {{industry}}: The industry in which the role exists (e.g., tech, healthcare, finance).
  • {{key responsibilities}}: A list of main duties and responsibilities (optional).
  • {{required skills}}: The essential skills and qualifications (optional).
  • {{company culture}}: A brief description of your company's values and culture (optional).

Instructions

  1. If I haven't provided the specific role, industry, key responsibilities, required skills, or company culture, ask me for them before proceeding.
  2. Write a job description that includes a compelling job title, a brief company introduction, a clear list of responsibilities, and a concise list of qualifications.
  3. Use inclusive language that avoids gender-coded words and focuses on skills and impact.
  4. Optimize the description for search engines by naturally incorporating relevant keywords (e.g., job title, skills, industry terms).
  5. Structure the description with clear headings and bullet points for readability.
  6. Provide a brief explanation of the language choices you made and how they improve candidate appeal.

Output format Provide the job description in Markdown, with sections for Job Title, About Us, Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Why Join Us. Then include a short 'Optimization Notes' section explaining your choices. Keep the tone professional and enthusiastic.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent company-specific details; use the provided context or clearly mark placeholders.
  • Avoid using jargon or buzzwords that might alienate candidates.
  • Stay within the scope of the job description; do not expand into broader recruitment strategy unless asked.

Example

  • {{specific role}}: Marketing Manager, {{industry}}: Tech, {{key responsibilities}}: Lead campaigns, manage team, analyze metrics, {{required skills}}: 5+ years experience, SEO, leadership, {{company culture}}: Innovative, collaborative, remote-first.

Follow-up prompts

  • Which specific phrases or terms performed best in the A/B tests?
  • What changes did you propose based on the analysis of competitor job descriptions?
  • Can you provide examples of successful job postings we can emulate?