Preparing And Using Job Descriptions

1. Inform staff of the reasons for reviewing and amending job descriptions.

2. Assign responsibility.

3. Gather information.

4. Put together the job description.

5. Update and review. The job description must be kept up-to-date.

Do's and Don'ts

Do:

Involve the current job holder

Check job descriptions in 'surrounding' areas of work to ensure integration without duplication

Make updating job descriptions a regular process.

Don't:

Forget to let staff know why job descriptions are being amended or updated.

Restrict the employee's initiative through the job description.