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The creation of inclusive job descriptions is an important part of expanding the pool of talent you are recruiting from.

This video from, Everything Neurodiversity offers best practices for creating inclusive job descriptions: 

  1. Avoid Unconscious Bias: Unconscious bias can unconsciously influence the language used in a job description and limit the diversity of applicants. To avoid this, use gender-neutral language, avoid stereotypical terms and images, and refrain from making assumptions about personal characteristics. 
  2. Make Job Requirements Clear: Clearly define the essential functions of the job, and make sure they are job-related and necessary for the role. Avoid using subjective language, such as "fast-paced," or "self-starter," that can be interpreted differently by different people. 
  3. Use Inclusive Language: Inclusive language helps to promote diversity and prevent the exclusion of certain groups. This includes avoiding the use of gendered language and making sure the language used is accessible and understandable to people with disabilities. 
  4. Promote Diverse Qualifications: Highlight the diverse qualifications and backgrounds you are looking for in a candidate, rather than limiting the pool of applicants to those with a specific degree or years of experience.  Encourage applicants from underrepresented groups, including people of color, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community, to apply. 
  5. Consider Flexibility: Consider offering flexible working arrangements, such as remote work or flexible hours, in your job description. This can be particularly attractive to individuals who may have caregiving responsibilities or disabilities that impact their ability to work traditional office hours. 
  6. Provide Context: Provide context about the company culture, mission, and values, as well as the team the candidate will be working with. This will help to attract individuals who share the company's values and are a good fit for the team and company culture. 
  7. Evaluate and Revise: Regularly evaluate and revise your job descriptions to ensure they are inclusive and continue to reflect the changing needs and expectations of the company and its employees. By taking these best practices into consideration, companies can attract a wider pool of qualified and diverse candidates. 
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