Help Wanted – Astronaut
Via Boing Boing, this is not only amusing, but also an amazing example of how not to write a job ad.
Bigelow Aerospace Opening: Astronaut
Think about it, Astronaut. Possibly the coolest job in (or more appropriately, out of) the world. Most likely the number one job aspired to by children around the world, before their ambition, hopes and dreams are crushed by the school system. (Expect for ballerina…I’ve never understood that one).
So, what’s wrong with this job description. It’s completely boring. It’s not compelling (come work with us ~ use all of your advanced Astronaut training to…liaise with the marketing department…?) And there’s no sell. No reason to get excited, no indication of how this job will give you the opportunity to expand your skills, get involved in different aspects of the business, or lead to a future career path.
But really, my biggest question is, why is this job posting up at all…are there really a bunch of unemployed astronauts sitting around trolling the Internet for work?? I’m going to strongly assume that is not the case. And even if I were an unemployed astronaut, I would need to be communicated in a far, far more compelling manner before responding to this type pf recruitment message.
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