T2 · Trunk
Writing the role
A job posting is a contract with future-you. Separate must-haves from nice-to-haves before you go to market.
Key takeaways
- Required vs. preferred is a legal distinction, not a stylistic one
- Inclusive language measurably widens the candidate pool
- Salary disclosure is now required in many states
- The posting drives the rubric, which drives the interview
Most hiring problems are written down before the first candidate applies. A vague posting attracts a vague pile of applications; a precise one filters before you ever open a resume.
Three moves: separate required from preferred, write inclusively, and price the role.