Free template · For employers
After reviewing hundreds of remote job listings on DailyRemote, we built the job description template that attracts qualified remote candidates — copy it, fill in the placeholders, and post.
A remote job description covers your company, the position, and how to apply — remotely. A clear one helps candidates decide fast whether they're the right fit, and helps your hiring managers communicate exactly what they need. Use this template for any remote position, from customer service to engineering.
Explain why your company is awesome — its mission, working style, history, and everything exciting about it.
Include your tech stack — Ruby on Rails, Rust, AWS, Heroku, PostgreSQL — and any other specific tools your team uses.
Describe the ideal candidate you're looking for. List the characteristics and soft skills of the person who should apply to this job.
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Best practices
The job title determines the success of a posting more than any other element. It should contain the keywords candidates actually search for and target people with the skill set to fill the position. Avoid jargon that confuses readers.
Write a clear, straightforward title. Job seekers search with common phrases like “SEO marketer,” “software engineer,” “content writer,” and “customer service.” Expressions like ninja, guru, or rockstar might be creative, but they won't get you the right candidates.
Describe the company's environment and culture. Always include an introduction to your company so potential candidates know what they're getting into — the job posting reflects what the company is looking for and gives a sense of who the company is.
A well-written description shows candidates that the company cares about their needs and wants to communicate with them.
Start with a short, effective description that entices candidates to apply. A successful posting captures attention and makes candidates want to work for the company in a way that's specific to their needs.
Include metrics for tracking performance and anything else that helps determine whether a candidate is a good fit. Offer a positive, inviting description of the company and the position — essential for attracting qualified candidates.
Include clear, specific responsibilities. Letting candidates know exactly what they'll be doing is vital for them to understand whether they'll enjoy working for your company. State the responsibilities up front, along with any remote-situation requirements — when hiring remote workers, this needs to be highlighted early in the posting.
Add the requirements and skills needed to do the position well — previous experience, domain knowledge, and so on. Share any location or schedule expectations. Carefully separate your must-haves from nice-to-haves, and say how much experience the job requires.
Set out what you expect from employees and describe the work environment, the team members, and the managers. Include a career path for those who want to climb the ranks in your company.
Use pictures and videos to familiarize candidates with the team. Introduce hiring managers and recruiters so candidates know who they'll be working with and who to expect in interviews.
The ideal candidate has the required technical and soft skills and fits your company's culture and work environment. Include what's expected in terms of time commitment or remote situation. Avoid vague descriptions — name the qualities you seek, such as teamwork or strong communication skills.
Include every benefit available so potential candidates know what they're signing up for.
That means paid time off, sick days, vacation days, bonuses, health care plans, and any other perk. Focus on motivation and benefits so applicants feel they won't miss out on anything by joining your team.
The remote situation deserves a detailed explanation of how someone can work remotely while being productive, and what it's actually like to work at your company.
Say how remote the position really is: when candidates are expected to be available, whether they need to fit a time zone, attend out-of-schedule meetings, or adapt to an inflexible schedule, and whether there are any on-site obligations. “Flexible work from home” means many things to many people — be as specific as you can to avoid misunderstandings.
Offer clear instructions on how you'd like applicants to apply, or link to your application form. Set expectations for each step so candidates know what's coming.
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