job description

American  

noun

1. an abstract of a job analysis containing the classification of and requirements for a job, used in hiring and placing prospective employees.

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job description British  

noun

1. a detailed written account, agreed between management and worker, of all the duties and responsibilities which together make up a particular job

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Etymology

Origin of job description

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

If the job description remains the same while you’ve been cut loose, that’s another red flag.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Speaking truth to power is not, it seems, in their job description.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

I was told I brought “too many ideas” and seemed interested more in doing “extra things” than what was in the job description.

From Slate • Jan. 20, 2026

The potential solution, or at least a piece of one, is evident in this job description:

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 18, 2026

And if they weren't there, the container might still hold a clue that could help us find Nergal, something the police might have overlooked because investigating ancient monsters wasn't part of their job description.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda