[iso8859-1]

But why not list it as a "required" qualification then? This way, people will apply because they think it isn't necessary.

[throwaway0a5e]

Because some middle manager is likely filling out a web form with zero regard for accuracy because it's just a formality they already have someone in mind and HR is gonna bin all the resumes anyway.

[kevin_thibedeau]

If that someone is a guest worker the job posting is legally required.

[thisisnico]

I've seen companies list x number of requirements and hire someone that doesn't meet any of the "requirements".

[ethbr0]

Obvious that person had great culture-fit. /s

[baq]

the company and the hiring manager are interchangeable here and it's a lot easier to make sense of this if you know that it's basically one person making this decision instead of some nondescript black box grinding gears.

[ghaff]

People will apply anyway because so many requirements aren't.

Also, people do boomerang to companies they've worked at before.