Job Description Definitions

At Bowling Green State University, clear and well-defined job descriptions are essential for attracting top talent, setting performance expectations, and ensuring consistency across roles. Job descriptions serve as the foundation for hiring decisions, compensation structures, and employee development. Whether you are creating a new position or updating an existing role, it is important to craft a job description that accurately reflects the responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations associated with the position.

This webpage provides hiring managers with the tools and resources needed to develop and refine job descriptions effectively. Below, you will find links to job description definitions, designed to support you in creating accurate job descriptions. These resources will help ensure that each position aligns with the university’s strategic goals while promoting fairness and transparency in the hiring process.