Meaning and Usage
"在职" literally means "to be in a position" or "currently employed." It is commonly used to describe someone who is actively holding a job or post, especially in formal or professional contexts.
Common Contexts
This term often appears in HR documents, resumes, or official communications to indicate that a person has not left their job. For example, "在职员工" means "employees currently on the job."
Collocations and Patterns
These collocations emphasize the ongoing status of employment.
Nuances
Using "在职" implies the person is actively engaged in their duties, distinguishing from "离职" (resigned) or "退休" (retired). It is more formal than simply saying "工作" (work) and is often used in official or administrative contexts.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "在职" with "工作中," which can mean "working" in the sense of being busy at the moment. "在职" refers to the employment status, not the immediate action.