Curious to know if anyone has tips for asking the employer to bring a job/role up to general expectations for that job as detailed generally within an industry.

Anonymous

January 20,2023 at 1:49PM UTC

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Curious to know if anyone has tips for asking the employer to bring a job/role up to general expectations for that job as detailed generally within an industry. For example/ an individual develops specialized study , credentials and experience for a specific type of job and the job is not really in line with the job title when compared with comparable titles across the industry. What recommendations do you have especially if one wants to build the experience and skills typical and critical to the field in that particular role.

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AnonymousJanuary 20,2023 at 3:04PM UTC
I would draft a proposal based on market trends and reality of the role in your industry. Take a look at titles, job descriptions and the standard number of years allotted, education requirements and certifications. There is a tremendous amount of information online and via recruiting and kinked to help you really map out the role and trajectory.
AnonymousJanuary 21,2023 at 12:16AM UTC
Thank You!
AnonymousFebruary 1,2023 at 4:36PM UTC
Keep in mind that job titles are just that titles. An employer needs to the job to fill the needs of their business; if you are asking for changes to your role, you need to be prepared to share how the changes will help the company.
AnonymousFebruary 1,2023 at 7:28PM UTC
At the end of the day, it’s all about the company and what they need. Are you proposing changes in order to make yourself more marketable or do you have suggestions on how the company can be further helped by being more forward leaning? In any case, approach the conversation with their perspective in mind.