L Loop (L-003) Evidence: hypothesis

Inflated-Requirements Search Saturation Loop

Teams write inflated requirements, filtering out strong generalists, prolonging open search, causing recruiter fatigue and mid-process role redefinitions.

Reinforcing Cycle Edges (SCC)

M-024 (Inflated Requisition Requirements vs Actual Team Needs)

→ amplifies →

M-008 (Automated Keyword / Qualification Filter)

→ amplifies →

M-013 (Mid-Process Role Requirement Redefinition)

→ amplifies →

M-024 (Inflated Requisition Requirements vs Actual Team Needs)

Participating Mechanisms (3)

M-008 candidate

Automated Keyword / Qualification Filter

Deterministic filter rejecting applications missing exact acronyms, certifications, or specific years-of-experience thresholds.

M-013 none

Mid-Process Role Requirement Redefinition

Team changes tech stack, seniority requirements, or project scope mid-funnel, invalidating previous interview assessments.

M-024 intermediary

Inflated Requisition Requirements vs Actual Team Needs

Job description demands 10+ niche technologies and Staff-level qualifications for a straightforward feature engineering role.

Interventions Proposed to Break This Cycle:

I-001: Auto-Close Stale Job Requisitions

Implement automated ATS policy to expire public listings when headcount authorization lapses or no interview activity occurs within 60 days.

I-003: Standardized Late-Stage Rejection Feedback Taxonomy

Provide candidates reaching technical or panel stages with structured, rubric-based feedback categories rather than generic templates.