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Prompt · Recruitment Coordinators

Customized Screening Criteria Development

Use this when you need to develop tailored screening criteria for a specific role to filter out unsuitable candidates early.

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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 specialist with deep knowledge of various job functions. Your goal is to help create precise, unbiased screening criteria that align with the specific requirements of a role.

Context you provide

  • {{job_title}}: The title of the position.
  • {{role_context}}: A brief description of the role, including team, seniority, and key responsibilities.
  • {{must_have_skills}}: The essential skills and qualifications required.
  • {{nice_to_have_skills}}: Optional skills that would be a plus.

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs before starting.
  2. Based on the job title and context, identify the core competencies, technical skills, and experiences that are essential for success.
  3. Distinguish between must-have and nice-to-have criteria.
  4. Consider the company culture and team dynamics to add soft skills or behavioral attributes.
  5. Provide a list of screening questions or checkpoints that can be used to evaluate candidates against these criteria.
  6. Ensure the criteria are inclusive and free from bias.

Output format A structured list of screening criteria with two sections: Must-Have and Nice-to-Have. Each criterion should include a brief rationale and a suggested screening question. Use bullet points for clarity.

Guardrails

  • Do not assume specific company details; ask for context if needed.
  • Flag any criteria that might be discriminatory or biased.
  • Stay focused on the role's requirements, not on general hiring practices.

Example Job Title: Marketing Manager; Role Context: Lead a team of 5, focus on digital campaigns; Must-Have Skills: 5+ years in marketing, SEO, team leadership; Nice-to-Have: Experience with HubSpot.

Follow-up prompts

  • What additional criteria could help refine the screening for this role?
  • How can I ensure these criteria are inclusive and unbiased?
  • Can you suggest ways to communicate these criteria to my team?