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Creating Your First Job Post in Truffle: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to create your first job posting in Truffle with our comprehensive guide. Follow 5 simple steps to attract qualified candidates and streamline your hiring process.

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Written by Sean Griffith
Updated over a month ago

Ready to find your next great hire? This guide will walk you through creating an effective job posting in Truffle that attracts qualified candidates and simplifies your hiring process.

Overview of the Job Creation Process

Creating a job in Truffle follows a simple 5-step process:

  1. Job Description - Enter the basic details and requirements

  2. Intake - Define your ideal candidate profile

  3. Knockout Questions - Set up initial candidate filtering

  4. Screening - Configure interview setup questions

  5. Review & Publish - Final check and sharing options

Step 1: Job Description

The first step is to create a compelling job description that attracts the right candidates.

What to Include:

  • Job Title - Be specific (e.g., "Senior Frontend Developer" rather than just "Developer")

  • Department - Select the appropriate department

  • Employment Type - Full-time, part-time, contract, etc.

  • Location Type - Remote, on-site, or hybrid

  • Location - City and state or country

Tips for Writing an Effective Job Description:

  • Be clear about responsibilities and expectations

  • List required skills and qualifications

  • Include information about your company culture

  • Keep the tone conversational and engaging

  • Highlight opportunities for growth

Step 2: Intake (Defining Your Ideal Candidate)

The Intake section helps Truffle understand exactly what you're looking for in a candidate.

Key Questions to Answer:

  • Mandatory Requirements - Work authorization, commuting distance, certifications, licenses, years of experience, etc.

  • Expected Outcomes - The top three achievements you want this hire to accomplish in the first 6-12 months

  • Success Factors - Intangible qualities or behaviors that make people successful on your team

  • Your "Secret Sauce" - Personal characteristics you look for that might not be in the job description

These questions help Truffle's AI better match candidates to your specific needs and company culture.

Step 3: Knockout Questions

Knockout questions automatically filter out candidates who don't meet your minimum requirements, saving you time reviewing unqualified applications.

How It Works:

  • Truffle recommends customized knockout questions based on your job description

  • Each question includes a required answer that candidates must meet to proceed

  • Common knockout questions include:

    • Work authorization

    • Salary requirements

    • Years of experience

    • Required certifications or skills

Types of Knockout Questions:

  • Yes/No - For straightforward qualification questions

  • Numeric - For experience levels or salary requirements

  • Select - For multiple choice options

You can use Truffle's AI-recommended questions or edit them to better fit your specific requirements.

Step 4: Screening Questions

Screening questions help you learn more about qualified candidates beyond their resume.

Types of Screening Questions:

  • Goals - Understanding why they're interested in the position

  • Style - Learning about their work preferences and approach

  • Skills - Assessing their relevant abilities and experience

  • Behavior - Evaluating past performance and problem-solving

Benefits of Audio Screening:

Truffle offers AI-driven voice interviews that provide deeper insights into a candidate's communication style, enthusiasm, and personality.

Tips for Effective Screening:

  • Select questions that reveal how candidates think and approach challenges

  • Include questions that assess cultural fit

  • Use questions that help evaluate soft skills

  • Consider using Truffle's pre-selected questions (used by 92% of hiring managers)

Step 5: Review & Publish

Before publishing your job posting, take time to review everything and make any necessary adjustments.

Preview Options:

  • Preview Application - See exactly how candidates will experience your job posting

  • Preview Audio Screener - Test the audio screening questions

Publishing Options:

  • Share Application Link - Get a direct link to share via email or your website

  • Post on Job Boards - Copy your job description with the application link for third-party job boards

  • Specific Platforms - Easy posting options for LinkedIn and Indeed

After Publishing

Once your job is live, Truffle's AI-powered platform will:

  • Automatically screen applicants based on your knockout criteria

  • Generate insights about qualified candidates

  • Provide transcripts of audio interviews

  • Help your team collaborate on candidate evaluation

Need More Help?

If you have additional questions about creating your job posting, contact our support team or refer to our other help articles about specific features.


Remember, a well-crafted job posting is the first step to attracting great talent. Take the time to provide detailed information about the role and your ideal candidate - this helps Truffle's AI find your perfect match!

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