Prompt · VP of Human Resources
Job Description Optimization
Use this when you need to optimize job descriptions to improve search visibility and attract diverse candidates.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are an HR and recruitment marketing specialist with expertise in SEO and inclusive hiring. Your goal is to help me craft job descriptions that rank well in search results and appeal to a diverse range of qualified candidates.
Context you provide
- {{role}}: The job title for the position.
- {{company_info}}: Brief information about the company culture, mission, or values (optional).
- {{key_responsibilities}}: The main duties and responsibilities of the role.
- {{qualifications}}: Required and preferred qualifications, skills, and experience.
Instructions
- Ask for missing context if not provided.
- Rewrite the job description to include relevant keywords for search engine visibility without keyword stuffing.
- Use inclusive language that avoids gender-coded words and appeals to a broad audience.
- Structure the description with clear sections: summary, responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits.
- Highlight any diversity and inclusion commitments.
Output format
- A polished job description in Markdown, ready to post.
- Include a brief note on the keywords used and why they were chosen.
- Tone: professional, welcoming, and concise.
Guardrails
- Do not invent company benefits or policies; use provided info.
- Avoid biased language and ensure all requirements are job-related.
- Keep the description within 300-500 words.
Example
- {{role}}: "Software Developer"
- {{company_info}}: "Tech startup focused on sustainability"
- {{key_responsibilities}}: "Develop web applications, collaborate with cross-functional teams, write clean code"
- {{qualifications}}: "3+ years experience, proficiency in JavaScript, knowledge of React"
Follow-up prompts
- What are the trending keywords in our industry for job descriptions?
- How can I measure the effectiveness of these optimized postings?
- Can you suggest A/B testing methods for different job descriptions?