subject: How To Utilize Resume Search Websites [print this page] The mushrooming growth of job portals has indeed made the resume search websites a necessity. Properly utilizing these websites can save you time, and most importantly, allow you to search across the resume databasein the cluttered space at one go.
A lot of employers face the uphill task of sifting through resumes online. In this competitive age for skilled manpower it is vital that you have the right information at hand. Here is a list of some important points that will help you hunt down the perfect candidate.
Zooming In
A normal search of the resume database might return a huge number resumes. Some resume searchengines give you an option of refining your search. A refining tool allows you to select text links that suit you within your search. A simple click on the text links of your interest will give you a refined subset within the search list.
Some websites give you site specific options like searching by salaries. A search with your postal codeor even salary sifts out a lot of data. You might also try filtering out job seekers by just typing "not" before keywords. For example you might try "fashion NOT designer" if you want a model for your firm and not a designer.
Zooming Out
Sometimes you might want to broaden your horizon within your area of interest. Here placing a "or" between the keywords might do wonders. For example "designer or architect" will return listings with both keywords.
Mobile Apps
For those who are always on the go most resume search websites have "Mobile Apps". For the more tech savvy these apps automatically distribute the vacant positions in the companies to mobile devices like the Androids, iPhones and iPads.
Visibility for Employers
Sponsored jobs and cost per click are some of the low cost means to increase the visibility of employers. These customized tools help to target the right candidate based on his or her search criterion.
Employers, in addition to getting free indexing of resume database, also get additional tools like resume blasters, college and alumni resumes.
Niche Search Engines
If you are looking for a very specific area like green jobs, search engine optimization (SEO), graduates or retirees, or even jobs listed on twitter etc. then niche search engines offer you the solution. These engines index job listings in specific segments of the industry, or by position and area of specialization. You can apply the same tricks in these breed of engines too.
Job search engines have indeed brought about a whole new perspective to online employment universe. However, these search engines may not be a panacea for all your job related issues. You might still need to sign up in some individual websites that are indexed by these search engines. They can only do a part of the job. You are the one who will finally select from these listings. The more time you can spare the better is the selection.
Utilizing them in specific ways can save time and land you a perfect job or matching candidate for your company.
