What are Job Duties, Responsibilities

Last updated: 2025-05-26

This article is for HR professionals.

Definition of Job Responsibilities and Duties

responsibilities and duties is a description of the activities, processes, core responsibilities, functions, and duties that are part of a person's job in a given job position. In other words, a description of what a person should do. The job description, together with the job requirements (skills, knowledge, equipment, etc.) are the basic building blocks of a job description.

  • It is a description of activities, processes, core responsibilities and duties
  • Defines WHAT the worker in that job position does



Job dustis and responsibilities

How to Create a Job Duties Description in Aptien HR

  • Create an overview of the processes and activities that an employee performs in a specific role.
  • Create a clear overview of the processes, activities, and tasks for the specific position.
  • See here for more detailed instructions.

How to Enter Job Responsibilities in Aptien

  1. Go to Organization Settings
  2. Select the "Job Titles" tab
  3. Select a specific job title
  4. In the "Basic Info" tab, enter a brief job description
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