Re: [Perl Jobs] inexperienced developer wanted (onsite), United

On Tue, 11 Jan 2005, Warren Smith wrote:

> As for the argument of looking for a "Junior" programmer, that's exactly
> what it is. I wanted to post a job description bereft of marketing hype
> and straight to the point. I failed in some areas, and succeeded in
> others. And as far as the "bedazzle ..." comment, I was looking for some
> examples. PHP programmers aren't usually perl programmers, but they can
> be converted.

I think it was just a funny combination of wording.

> I am glad, however, that this job posting has generated discussion,
> which was the second reason for the post. I mean, seriously, how many
> job descriptions include the work "inexperienced"?

Few.  Maybe it would be better to have titled it "junior programmer" and 
then in the body say:

  This is a entry-level position so inexperienced applicants are welcome.
  Because it is entry-level, the pay will be lower than market average.

> If you come here looking for experience, you will get it. If you come
> here looking for a job in which you can retire comfortable in 10 years,
> you'll get it. The point is, PlatinumTel is a young company and we're
> trying to get today's youth involved.

Careful what you say.  You don't want to state that you explicitly want 
young applicants!  Saying junior or entry-level is ok, saying _young_ 
could get you in some legal trouble.


-dave

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