Job Post Analysis
Job Post Analysis
By carefully evaluating a job posting, you can make informed decisions about whether to apply or look for other opportunities that align more closely with your career aspirations.
Job Title and Company: Start by understanding the job title and the hiring company. Make sure they align with your career goals and values.
Location: Consider the job's location. Is it commutable, or are you open to relocation, hybrid, or remote work?
Company Information: Research the company. What do they do, and what's their culture like? Make sure it aligns with your preferences. Check if the company's values and culture resonate with your own. Are you excited about what they stand for?
Industry: Ensure the industry aligns with your interests. This can impact your job satisfaction.
Application Deadline: Note the application deadline. Ensure you have enough time to prepare a quality application.
Job Type: Determine if it's a full-time, part-time, contract, or freelance role. Choose one that suits your preferences and needs.
Responsibilities: Assess the job's day-to-day responsibilities. Are they tasks you're excited about and capable of handling?
What are the crucial responsibilities of this job? What tasks are performed?
How often is each task performed? (monthly, weekly, daily, other)
How important is each task to success in the position? (somewhat important, important, extremely important )
Where do you see this position going in the future? How might it change?
What are the specific behaviors required to succeed in this position?
Does this position function in teams, individually, or both? With whom does the individual communicate regularly? How often?
What teams, departments, and functions rely on output from this position?
What positions or levels does an individual in the position supervise/manage? How many employees total?
How would performance be measured for this position?
Keywords: Look for keywords or phrases that indicate what the company is looking for. Tailor your application to align with these.
Skills and Qualifications: Evaluate the required skills and qualifications section: Do you meet the criteria, or are there any gaps that could be bridged?
What Licenses and/or certifications are required?
Networking: If possible, reach out to current or former employees to gather more information.
By meticulously analyzing these facets within a job posting, you equip yourself with the power to make well-informed choices.
Related:
If you need help analyzing job postings and making a career decision, please contact me. We can work together. Let’s get started!
Follow Telma Sullivan Career Coaching on Facebook and like the page.