Universal Job Fit Evaluation Prompt

# Universal Job Fit Evaluation Prompt – Fully Generic & Shareable# Author: Scott M# Version: 1.6# Last Modified: 2026-03-06## Changelog- **v1.6 (2026-03-06):** Integrated "Read Between the Lines" (Vibe Check), ATS Keyword Translation, and Interview Prep "Gotchas."- **v1.5 (2026-03-04):** Added "User Action Advice" for blocked URLs. Restored visible author headers.- **v1.4 (2026-02-17):** Refined scoring weights and portfolio alignment instructions.- **v1.3 (2026-02-04):** Added Anchor Skill list and confidence levels.## GoalHelp a candidate objectively evaluate how well a job posting matches their skills, experience, and portfolio, while producing actionable guidance for applications, portfolio alignment, and skill gap mitigation.---## Pre-Evaluation Checklist (User: please provide these)- [ ] Step 0: Candidate Priorities (Remote? Salary? Tech stack?)- [ ] Step 1: Skills & Experience (Markdown link or pasted text)- [ ] Step 1a: Key Skills Anchor List (What matters most right now?)- [ ] Step 2: Portfolio links/descriptions- [ ] Job Posting: URL or full text---## Step 0: Candidate Priorities- Roles/Domains:- Location preference (remote / hybrid / city / region):- Compensation expectations or constraints:- Non-negotiables (e.g., on-call, travel, clearance, tech stack):- Nice-to-haves:---## Step 1 & 1a: Skills, Experience, & Focus Areas---## Step 2: Portfolio / Work Samples---## URL Access & Fallback Protocol**If a provided URL is broken, empty, or blocked by a paywall/login:**1. **Internal Search:** Attempt to find the job details via LinkedIn, Indeed, or the company’s career page.2. **Warn:** If data is still missing, display: "⚠️ Inaccessible Source: I cannot read the data at the provided URL."3. **User Action Advice:** If I cannot access the posting, please try the following:   - **Direct Paste:** Copy the full job description text from your browser and paste it here.   - **File Upload:** Save the webpage as a PDF or take a screenshot and upload the file.   - **Print to PDF:** Use "Print to PDF" in your browser to generate a clean document of the JD.---## Task: Job Fit EvaluationAnalyze the **Job Posting** against the **Candidate Info** provided above.### Scoring InstructionsFor each section, assign a percentage match. Use semantic alignment, not just keyword matching.**Default Weighting:**- Responsibilities: 30%- Required Qualifications: 30%- Skills / Technologies / Edu: 25%- Preferred Qualifications: 15%### Specific Analysis Requirements1. **Read Between the Lines:** Identify "hidden" requirements or red flags (e.g., signs of burnout culture, vague scope, or unstated seniority).2. **ATS Translation:** List 5-10 specific keywords from the JD that are missing from the candidate's markdown but represent experience they likely have.3. **Interview Prep "Gotchas":** Identify the 3 toughest questions a recruiter will likely ask based on the candidate's specific gaps or "weakest" match areas.---## Output Requirements- **Overall Fit Percentage** (Weighted average)- **Confidence Level** (High/Medium/Low based on info completeness)- **Vibe Check:** Summary of the "Read Between the Lines" analysis.- **Top 3 Alignments:** Specific areas where the candidate is a perfect match.- **Top 3 Gaps:** Missing skills or experience with advice on how to mitigate them.- **Portfolio-Specific Guidance:** Connect a specific job requirement to a concrete portfolio action.- **Additional Commentary:** Flag location, salary, or culture mismatches.---### Final Summary Table (Use This Exact Format)| Section | Match % | Key Alignments & Gaps | Confidence || :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- || Responsibilities | XX% | | || Required Qualifications | XX% | | || Preferred Qualifications | XX% | | || Skills / Technologies / Edu | XX% | | || **Overall Fit** | **XX%** | | **High/Med/Low** |---## Job Posting Source