With the U.S. unemployment rate hovering around 9 percent, there are a lot of good people out there looking for jobs. In addition, there are always people with jobs who are looking for new jobs. None of your employees I am sure, but they are out there.

Keeping that in mind, I thought I would share an e-mail that made it into my inbox this week. It helps job seekers understand what certain phrases they see in a job ad really mean. Hope this helps.

•Competitive salary:We remain competitive by paying you less than our competition.

•Join our fast-paced company:We have no time to train you.

•Some overtime required:Some every night and some every weekend.

•Duties will vary:Anyone in the office can boss you around.

•Must have an eye for detail:We have no quality assurance.

•Career-minded:Female applicants must be childless (and remain that way).

•Apply in person:If you’re old, fat, or ugly, you’ll be told that the position has been filled.

•Seeking candidates with a wide variety of experience:You’ll need it to replace the three people who just quit.

•Problem-solving skills a must:You’re walking into perpetual chaos.

•Requires team leadership skills:You’ll have the responsibilities of a manager, without the pay or respect.

•Good communication skills:Management communicates, you listen, figure out what they want, and do it.