The job description is an important management tool as well as a personal reference that clarifies how your work contributes to meeting the goals and objectives of your department. It provides information as to the purpose of the job, the responsibilities, and any special skills or knowledge needed to perform the job. Your job description is a personal document of your responsibilities, specific to the job you perform. Every department should have on file a current job description for each employee. Each employee should have a copy.
HR files a copy in the employee's personnel file.
If you do not have a copy of your job description, you should talk to your supervisor. Click here for a Sample Job Description . When you write the JD there are two options each for describing the duties and responsibilities, qualifications and physical requirements sections. The choice is yours, depending on your writing style and the type of job you are describing. Some jobs have clearly defined duties, requirements, required skills, and physical demands.