{"id":5950,"date":"2016-08-08T21:50:33","date_gmt":"2016-08-09T04:50:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/?p=5950"},"modified":"2016-08-14T15:36:20","modified_gmt":"2016-08-14T22:36:20","slug":"value-analyzing-job-descriptions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/gov-talk\/career-advice\/value-analyzing-job-descriptions\/","title":{"rendered":"The Value in Analyzing Job Descriptions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5951\" src=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/job-description.jpg\" alt=\"job description\" width=\"449\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/job-description.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/job-description-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/job-description-480x321.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 449px) 100vw, 449px\" \/>By Jaymie Pompeo<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Contributor, Career Coach<\/em><\/p>\n<p>We all say we <em>read<\/em> job descriptions, but do we really invest the time in discovering the true value offered? As job seekers, it\u2019s our responsibility to figure out the best way to position ourselves and a job description can present substantial clues. If analyzed properly, there\u2019s a huge advantage in knowing exactly how you measure up, which affects the way you tailor a resume, personalize a cover letter, or answer interview questions.<\/p>\n<p>While no two job descriptions are alike, there is a common framework used in communicating what the employer needs. Let\u2019s take a closer look at each section along with a dissected job description to illustrate this further:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong> The Overview<\/strong>: If a job description had an elevator pitch, this is it. Most times, it\u2019s a high level summary of what the job entails and the type of work environment involved. Plan to read this thoroughly as you\u2019ll find clues on desired personality traits that allow you to quickly assess whether or not this opportunity is the right fit for you.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>EXAMPLE<\/strong><em>: <\/em><\/p>\n<p>Company ABC is seeking a <strong><em>dynamic<\/em><\/strong> and <strong><em>motivated<\/em><\/strong> community planner for our Northern VA office. You\u2019ll join a team of experienced planners, emergency managers, analysts, and engineers to <strong><em>provide administrative and technical assistance<\/em><\/strong>. There\u2019s a great <strong><em>opportunity to lead and support projects<\/em><\/strong> for federal agencies, local governments, as well as private sector clients.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong> The Responsibilities<\/strong>: This area focuses on main job duties, so if you\u2019re interested in understanding what you\u2019ll do every day, this is the section to read. Be aware that most job functions will be very familiar to you, and yet there may be some you\u2019ve never tackled before. Don\u2019t misintpret that to mean you aren\u2019t fully qualified \u2013 instead, read between the lines and identify the type of problems the company wants to solve. Then, consider whether or not these new tasks interest you enough in developing your professional skill set further.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>EXAMPLE<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conduct <strong><em>extensive research, data collection, and analysis<\/em><\/strong> to <strong><em>prepare technical reports<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Prepare and draft various planning documents<\/em><\/strong> that meet regulatory requirements including <strong><em>hazard mitigation, recovery, safety, and evacuation plans<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Lead and support <strong><em>meeting facilitation, workshops, trainings, and open houses<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Create and maintain databases using <strong><em>Excel and Access<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Develop graphics and templates<\/em><\/strong> associated with written plans and reports<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong>The Job Requirements<\/strong>: This is the employer\u2019s wish list where you\u2019ll find the type of education, specialized experience, training, and technical skills needed to perform the job. In most cases, the language used to describe <em>required qualifications<\/em> is definitive and absolute, while <em>preferred qualities<\/em> are open to interpretation. This is where you know how you measure up as you\u2019ll need to clearly distinguish between the qualities you must have from the ones that provide a competitive edge.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>EXAMPLE<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>Must have<\/em><\/strong> a completed Bachelor\u2019s degree<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Must have <\/em><\/strong>2-4 years of related work experience<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Must be proficient<\/em><\/strong> using Microsoft Office<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Must have a valid driver\u2019s license<\/em><\/strong> and be willing to drive to client meetings<strong><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>PREFERRED SKILLS<\/em><\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Paid or volunteer experience in working with emergency management programs, hazard mitigation, or other related areas <strong><em>a plus<\/em><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Experience with InDesign and\/or Sketch Up <strong><em>a plus<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Reading between the lines of a job description can tell you more about the position and determine whether or not you should apply. My advice &#8211; don\u2019t waste time applying to jobs you don\u2019t really want. Instead, focus your efforts on opportunities that you qualify for <em>and<\/em> enjoy doing with employers you\u2019d be happy to work for.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Jaymie Pompeo Contributor, Career Coach We all say we read job descriptions, but do we really invest the time in discovering the true value offered? As job seekers, it\u2019s our responsibility to figure out the best way to position ourselves and a job description can present substantial clues. 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