{"id":41916,"date":"2024-08-13T13:51:15","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T13:51:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/?p=41916"},"modified":"2026-01-27T11:10:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T11:10:51","slug":"job-requirements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/job-requirements","title":{"rendered":"8 Examples of Job Requirements to Attract Great Candidates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When job seekers scan job descriptions, they typically run through a mental checklist of the job requirements section: &#8220;Good at this, have experience with that, always wanted to learn this, 3 years of experience managing a CRM? Nope, they won&#8217;t take me.&#8221; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And just like that, you lose great-fit potential candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To attract qualified candidates that fit your company culture (and don&#8217;t self-reject after learning the job duties), you need an accurate list of <strong>essential and preferred job requirements<\/strong>. Not a laundry list of &#8220;nice-to-haves!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Including <strong>clear, concise requirements in your job postings<\/strong> can help your organization connect with qualified job seekers who have the necessary skills to succeed in the role and will stick around and make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TL;DR \u2014 Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Job requirements<\/strong> are the list of skills and qualities you&#8217;re looking for in a candidate. Some components will be a &#8220;must&#8221; for the role, while others will be &#8220;nice-to-haves.&#8221;<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p>These job requirements form an important part of the full job description, helping the hiring manager <strong>target candidates with the right skills<\/strong> and kickstart the <a href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/screening-process-for-hiring\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">candidate screening process<\/a>.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p>The <strong>dos and don&#8217;ts<\/strong> of writing great job requirements include writing the copy concisely and clearly and using bullet points. We also suggest ensuring the requirements list isn&#8217;t so long that it scares off potential candidates.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p>Finally, we look at the <strong>eight core components<\/strong> to include in your job requirements to ensure job seekers get the info they need to decide if the role is a match for their skills and work experience.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">What are job requirements?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Job requirements are the <strong>parameters or capabilities a candidate needs to successfully perform the duties of a specific job<\/strong>. These specs include the qualities and skills that are <strong>required<\/strong>, along with those that are preferred, together making up the <a href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/ideal-candidate-profile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ideal candidate<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Typically, the job requirements section includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p>Desired education level<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p>Work experience<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p>Any specific hard skills required, such as C# programming<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p>Professional licenses or accreditations<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p>Personal traits that match or complement the company culture<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These specs form a vital part of the overall job description and help prospective employees establish whether their skills and experience match up.<\/p>\n\n\n        <div class=\"mb-8\">\n            <span class=\"block text-dark-purple-100 opacity-60 uppercase mb-2 text-sm font-bold\">Further Reading:<\/span>\n            <div class=\"border-t-[3px] border-b border-yellow-100 py-4 pb-2 lg:grid lg:gap-8 lg:grid-cols-2\">\n                                    <div class=\"mb-4 lg:mb-2\">\n                        <a class=\"flex items-center hover:italic hover:text-dark-purple-80\" href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/make-job-ad-that-attracts-candidates\" title=\"How to Make a Job Ad That Attracts Candidates (+ Examples)\" aria-label=\"How to Make a Job Ad That Attracts Candidates (+ Examples)\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-full w-14 h-14 mr-4 object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/How-to-Make-a-Job-Ad-That-Attracts-Candidates-with-Examples-112x67.png\" alt=\"How to Make a Job Ad That Attracts Candidates (+ Examples)\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\">\n                            <span class=\"font-semibold font-heading leading-snug\">How to Make a Job Ad That Attracts Candidates (+ Examples)<\/span>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"mb-4 lg:mb-2\">\n                        <a class=\"flex items-center hover:italic hover:text-dark-purple-80\" href=\"\" title=\"\" aria-label=\"\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-full w-14 h-14 mr-4 object-cover\" src=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\">\n                            <span class=\"font-semibold font-heading leading-snug\"><\/span>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Why are job requirements so important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-start has-text-align-start\">Clear job requirements are essential for creating <strong>effective job descriptions<\/strong>. By specifying exactly what job seekers need to succeed in the role, you can effectively turn job requirements into a <strong>pre-screening tool<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-start has-text-align-start\">By acting as the first selection component in <a href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/screening-candidates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">candidate pre-screening<\/a>, these criteria help the hiring manager:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p style=\"text-align: start\">Begin pre-screening by attracting predominantly qualified candidates<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p style=\"text-align: start\">Communicate the minimum requirements for the role, such as a Bachelor&#8217;s Degree in Data Science<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p style=\"text-align: start\">Streamline the hiring process by reducing the number of &#8216;chance takers&#8217; or unqualified candidates<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p style=\"text-align: start\">Reduce hiring costs as the team would have fewer applicants to screen<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n        <div class=\"mb-8\">\n            <span class=\"block text-dark-purple-100 opacity-60 uppercase mb-2 text-sm font-bold\">Further Reading:<\/span>\n            <div class=\"border-t-[3px] border-b border-yellow-100 py-4 pb-2 lg:grid lg:gap-8 lg:grid-cols-2\">\n                                    <div class=\"mb-4 lg:mb-2\">\n                        <a class=\"flex items-center hover:italic hover:text-dark-purple-80\" href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/quality-of-hire\" title=\"Quality of Hire: How to Measure and Improve It\" aria-label=\"Quality of Hire: How to Measure and Improve It\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-full w-14 h-14 mr-4 object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Quality-of-hire-112x67.png\" alt=\"Quality of Hire: How to Measure and Improve It\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\">\n                            <span class=\"font-semibold font-heading leading-snug\">Quality of Hire: How to Measure and Improve It<\/span>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"mb-4 lg:mb-2\">\n                        <a class=\"flex items-center hover:italic hover:text-dark-purple-80\" href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/cost-of-hiring-an-employee\" title=\"The True Cost of Hiring an Employee in 2024\" aria-label=\"The True Cost of Hiring an Employee in 2024\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-full w-14 h-14 mr-4 object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/The-True-Cost-of-Hiring-an-Employee-in-2024-1-112x68.png\" alt=\"The True Cost of Hiring an Employee in 2024\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\">\n                            <span class=\"font-semibold font-heading leading-snug\">The True Cost of Hiring an Employee in 2024<\/span>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Balancing the essential vs. preferred requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-start has-text-align-start\">One thing to remember is that the job requirements wording must <strong>strike a balance between<\/strong> what&#8217;s <strong>essential <\/strong>for the job (such as specific skills like AWS certification) vs. the <strong>nonessential qualities<\/strong> (like experience leading a team).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-start has-text-align-start\">If we think of how someone chooses the dog or cat they want to adopt, there&#8217;ll be some &#8216;must-haves,&#8217; such as female and well-behaved around children. There will also likely be one or two &#8216;nice-to-haves&#8217; like ginger-colored fur and a young. However, most people don&#8217;t need a pet to tick all the boxes to find one that melts their hearts! \ud83d\udc15<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-start has-text-align-start\">We don&#8217;t want to compare pets to candidates, but <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">the hiring process is similar. The &#8216;must-have&#8217; skills are necessary for the person to do the job well, while the &#8216;nice-to-haves&#8217; aren&#8217;t essential to success in the role but would likely&nbsp;speed up the candidate&#8217;s onboarding<\/span> or give them an edge over other applicants.<\/p>\n\n\n        <div class=\"mb-8 top-tip\">\n            \n                            <span class=\"flex items-center text-dark-purple-100 opacity-60 uppercase mb-2 text-sm font-bold\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"!w-6 !h-6 !object-contain mr-2\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/toggl-mjtweaver\/img\/brain.png\" alt=\"Top tips to enlarge those brains\" aria-label=\"Top tips to enlarge those brains\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" loading=\"lazy\">    \n                    <span>Top tip:<\/span>\n                <\/span>\n            \n            <div class=\"bg-yellow-30 border-t-[3px] border-yellow-100 px-6 pt-6 pb-2\"><p>Don&#8217;t make the job requirements <strong>too restrictive<\/strong> as you could chase away potential good candidates!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts when writing job requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-start has-text-align-start\">Still stuck on why your job ads aren&#8217;t attracting candidates? We&#8217;ve put together a few guiding principles to help you successfully craft the <strong>job requirements section<\/strong> and attract good-fit job seekers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Consider<\/th><th>Best Practice<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Job Task Analysis<\/strong><\/td><td>If you&#8217;ve already created a <strong>job task analysis<\/strong> or job analysis (a detailed breakdown of a role&#8217;s core responsibilities and tasks), then extract the job requirements details from that info.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Length<\/strong><\/td><td>Keep it concise, sticking to essential info only. That way, you avoid any confusion or potential biases.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Formatting<\/strong><\/td><td>Use bullet points so the job requirement description is scannable.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Targeting<\/strong><\/td><td>Craft the wording to suit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glassdoor.com\/employers\/blog\/the-beginners-guide-to-candidate-personas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>candidate persona<\/strong><\/a> (a description of the ideal candidate for that role).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Branding<\/strong><\/td><td>Stick to your employer brand tone of voice. In other words, in line with the company&#8217;s &#8216;personality&#8217; or culture.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nice-to-haves<\/strong><\/td><td>Also, add in the preferred requirements, such as experience in the healthcare industry or other preferred areas of knowledge.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The dos, or best practices, of preparing job requirements. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-start\">What to avoid when outlining job requirements<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p style=\"text-align: start\"><em>Don&#8217;t<\/em> write a <strong>long list of requirements<\/strong> that&#8217;s so long it scares most potential candidates from applying.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p style=\"text-align: start\"><em>Don&#8217;t <\/em><strong>include specs that don&#8217;t match up <\/strong>with the job title or the rest of the job description, such as requiring five years&#8217; relevant work experience for a junior developer role.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p style=\"text-align: start\"><em>Don&#8217;t<\/em> let <strong>spelling or grammatical errors<\/strong> slip into your job requirements or <a href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/job-description-examples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">job description<\/a> copy.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8 examples of requirements to include in the job description<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Think about what prospective candidates need to know so they can scan through the list and make sure <strong>their qualifications and experience<\/strong> <strong>match the <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/make-job-ad-that-attracts-candidates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"job posting\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">job posting<\/a><\/strong>. See which relevant points to include in your job listing while keeping the copy scannable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Technical and hard skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Technical skills are the <strong>specialized skills and knowledge<\/strong> an applicant needs to successfully perform on the job. If the role is highly technical, a person without the right hard skills will not be able to perform the tasks, job responsibilities, and duties. For example, hands-on experience with C# programming.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"574\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-182.png\" alt=\"Job requirements example\" class=\"wp-image-51311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-182.png 574w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-182-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-182-112x70.png 112w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 574px) 100vw, 574px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Only list the most important technical skills for the role to avoid missing out on great potential candidates.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Soft skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/soft-skills-assessment-test\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Soft skills<\/a>, such as critical thinking or <a href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/communication-skills-assessment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">communication skills<\/a>, can be equally important as hard skills in certain positions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of a Customer Success Manager. Without excellent communication or relationship-building skills, they wouldn&#8217;t be very successful! Again, you don&#8217;t want to overwhelm candidates with a laundry list of requirements here, but listing a few desirable soft skills is a great idea.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"545\" height=\"182\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-183.png\" alt=\"Job requirements example\" class=\"wp-image-51312\" style=\"width:545px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-183.png 545w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-183-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-183-112x37.png 112w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 545px) 100vw, 545px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Listing soft skills in a job description is easy, but assessing whether candidates really have those skills&#8230;not so much.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Personal qualities and physical abilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with the technical and soft skills, there may be <strong>particular traits <\/strong>(like physical abilities or <a href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/personality-questions-for-interview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">personality traits<\/a>) that would ensure a good fit for the position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a personal trainer would need to be in shape but also love teaching and motivating people. This job requirements example demonstrates what you might ask for in that case.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"586\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-184.png\" alt=\"Job requirements example\" class=\"wp-image-51313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-184.png 586w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-184-300x218.png 300w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-184-556x404.png 556w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-184-112x81.png 112w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 586px) 100vw, 586px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Customer-facing roles often require stronger soft skills or personal qualities.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Years of work experience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The number of <strong>years of experience<\/strong> potential candidates need usually depends on the role&#8217;s seniority level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If we consider the levels of relevant experience for a software engineer, then a junior would typically have 1-3 years of experience, a mid-level candidate should have approximately 3-5 years under the belt, and a senior engineer would likely have 5+ years&#8217; experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While this is helpful to include, ensure you&#8217;re being realistic. Don&#8217;t require 5+ years of experience for a junior, low-paying role.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"578\" height=\"319\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-185.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51314\" srcset=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-185.png 578w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-185-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-185-112x62.png 112w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 578px) 100vw, 578px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"mb-8\">\n            <span class=\"block text-dark-purple-100 opacity-60 uppercase mb-2 text-sm font-bold\">Further Reading:<\/span>\n            <div class=\"border-t-[3px] border-b border-yellow-100 py-4 pb-2 lg:grid lg:gap-8 lg:grid-cols-2\">\n                                    <div class=\"mb-4 lg:mb-2\">\n                        <a class=\"flex items-center hover:italic hover:text-dark-purple-80\" href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/hire-for-potential-vs-experience\" title=\"Hire for Potential vs Experience: What&#8217;s Better?\" aria-label=\"Hire for Potential vs Experience: What&#8217;s Better?\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-full w-14 h-14 mr-4 object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Hire-for-potential-vs-experience-1-112x67.png\" alt=\"Hire for Potential vs Experience: What&#8217;s Better?\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\">\n                            <span class=\"font-semibold font-heading leading-snug\">Hire for Potential vs Experience: What&#8217;s Better?<\/span>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"mb-4 lg:mb-2\">\n                        <a class=\"flex items-center hover:italic hover:text-dark-purple-80\" href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/core-competencies-examples\" title=\"30 Core Competencies Examples &amp; How to Assess Them\" aria-label=\"30 Core Competencies Examples &amp; How to Assess Them\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-full w-14 h-14 mr-4 object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/30-Core-Competencies-Examples-How-to-Assess-Them-112x68.png\" alt=\"30 Core Competencies Examples &amp; How to Assess Them\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\">\n                            <span class=\"font-semibold font-heading leading-snug\">30 Core Competencies Examples &amp; How to Assess Them<\/span>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Education, qualifications, and certifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Include details on the <strong>qualifications<\/strong>, <strong>educational requirements, and any specific certifications<\/strong> the role requires. For instance, decide whether the job requires a high school diploma, college degree, or graduate degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a cybersecurity analyst will need a university degree and specialized security certifications. Here&#8217;s a great example we found of what that could look like when listing the job requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"591\" height=\"553\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-186.png\" alt=\"Job requirements example\" class=\"wp-image-51315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-186.png 591w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-186-300x281.png 300w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-186-432x404.png 432w, https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-186-112x105.png 112w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 591px) 100vw, 591px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A good example of how to list qualifications, educational requirements, and any specific certifications.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Travel requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some positions require employees to travel locally or internationally. For instance, an events manager would need to travel to events to ensure they&#8217;re on site and keeping everything running smoothly, while a consultant is required to travel to the client site while working on their projects. If that&#8217;s the case, make that clear!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Language requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the job duties require the person to<strong> speak a specific language (or languages)<\/strong>, then those details should be included in the job&#8217;s requirements. For instance, if the job position involves dealing directly with global customers, such as customer service or international sales.<\/p>\n\n\n        <div class=\"mb-8 top-tip\">\n            \n                            <span class=\"flex items-center text-dark-purple-100 opacity-60 uppercase mb-2 text-sm font-bold\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"!w-6 !h-6 !object-contain mr-2\" src=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/toggl-mjtweaver\/img\/brain.png\" alt=\"Top tips to enlarge those brains\" aria-label=\"Top tips to enlarge those brains\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" loading=\"lazy\">    \n                    <span>Top tip:<\/span>\n                <\/span>\n            \n            <div class=\"bg-yellow-30 border-t-[3px] border-yellow-100 px-6 pt-6 pb-2\"><p>To\u00a0<strong>assess fluency<\/strong>, you can use standardized tests in different languages, do interviews in a foreign language, role-play situations, or have candidates do self-assessment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Working hours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, a job entails <strong>working very long hours<\/strong>. This is often the case for people in the medical or law field, but also for positions in business administration, like a sales manager or C-suite role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While these types of candidates are likely to understand that&#8217;s just part of the position, it&#8217;s still helpful to be transparent about those working conditions in the job requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bonus: Job requirements copy examples<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-start has-text-align-start\">Not all of the points above will apply to every job posting. You can select which are required and preferred for the job description you&#8217;re creating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-start has-text-align-start\">To help you out with <strong>how to write the job requirements copy<\/strong>, here are a few examples of good and bad bullet points for the job posts for a junior product designer position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Experience Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Computer Science or equivalent. <em>(It&#8217;s clear and is not too limiting)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Must have an MS\/MA degree. <em>(The requirement is clear but very restrictive)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 1-2 years of experience in professional UX design. <em>(Reasonable years&#8217; experience requirement for a junior role)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c 5+ years of experience in professional UX design. <em>(Unreasonable length of experience for someone that&#8217;s still a junior)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Experience with design tools, such as Sketch or Figma. <em>(Not too prescriptive)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Must be highly proficient with Figma <em>(Very restrictive, as the person can become more proficient quickly, and they may use a different but similar tool)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sense? 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