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Frequently Asked Questions

For Candidates

What is the FindaGovernmentJob.com job board?

We are a job board that connects people who are seeking a career in government with public sector hiring managers. FindaGovernmentJob.com was started by the city administrator of a small town looking for an effective and inexpensive way to advertise job vacancies and attract a large pool of candidates and qualified individuals.

There is no cost to you the candidate to create a profile and/or search for jobs. And you won't have to wade and sift through a bunch of garbage listings like you normally do on the national job boards that aggregate job posts from hundreds of other job boards.

And if you want to be learn about new jobs, you can create customized alerts so you don't miss that next dream opportunity.
How do I search for a job?
To search all jobs:
1. From your dashboard, click Search Jobs. A default search will load based on your profile.
2. Click Clear to clear the default search results.
3. Check the box on the left for the Job Type you want to search. Search results will load automatically.
4. Select any other search criteria. Search results will load automatically.
5. Click on the job title to view the full job description.
6. To save a job from the search results, click the icon in the upper right of the listing next to the job title.
To search jobs by location:
1. From your dashboard, click Browse by Location.
2. Click the Location you want to search.
3. Click the Specialty you want to search.
To search jobs by specialty:
1. From your dashboard, click Browse by Specialty.
2. Click the Specialty you want to search. (If you do not see a specialty listed that you think should be added, please let us know!)
How do I create a Saved Job Search?
When you’re viewing job search results:
1. From your dashboard, click Search Jobs. A default search will load based on your profile.
2. Click Clear to clear the default search results.
3. Check the box on the left for the Job Type you want to search. Search results will load automatically.
4. Select any other search criteria. Search results will load automatically.
5. Click Save As at the top of the search results.
6. Type a Search Name and select how often you’d like to receive email alerts for the saved search.
7. Click Save.
How do I apply for a job?
1. When you’re viewing a job posting, click Apply Now. This will bring you to a screen to send the company an email to inquire about the job.
2. You’ll see a default email template you can use to send to the company to apply for the job, or you can draft your own email.
3. Attach a Cover Letter and/or Resume from one you have saved in your account or upload a new one.
4. Click Apply Now to send your email and apply for the job.
Do I need to upload a resume?

Employers have the option of requiring applicants to attach a resume to their application. If they do not select that box, then you do not have to attach a resume.

However, you should submit a resume as this will provide employers with more information, allow them to better search for candidates and locate the most qualified individuals, and give you the best opportunity to land your next job.

Also, our software saves you time by extracting information from your resume and using it to populate your candidate profile page.
How can I best benefit from using FindaGovernmentJob.com
- Upload a current CV
- Complete a detailed personal profile
- Search current job openings
- Save job alerts tailored to your needs
- Apply to jobs!
Who do I contact for more information on a position posted on the site?

Hiring managers for government agencies and public sector recruiting firms post jobs on FindaGovernmentJob.com. Each employer or recruiting firm is vetted so you can rest assured that each job posted is a legitimate vacancy. You should contact them directly with questions about the positions. Contact information for each agency/recruiter is readily available to all registered candidates on their "Company Profile" page.

Each job post displays a company name on the top of the job post. When you are registered and signed in to your account, you will see a details box to the right of the job description that includes the company contact person, phone number of that employer and email address. Use this information to contact the company for further information about the job.

However, some companies choose not to show a specific contact person or contact information.

If no contact information is shown on a job posting, you can click Apply Now and send the company an email to inquire about the job. You’ll see a default email template you can use to send to the company, or you can draft your own email. Click Apply Now to send your email.
I prefer to keep my information private. How do I update my profile?
Your privacy is important to us. You control what potential employers and professional recruiters can see.

From your dashboard:
1. Click Privacy Settings under Manage Membership.
2. Check the box next to “Hide any identifying or contact information from companies until I contact them.”
3. Check the box next to “Hide my phone numbers from companies.”
4. Click Submit.
How do I deactivate my account?

When you are logged into your account, click My Account under Manage Membership. Scroll to the bottom and click Deactivate Account.

Please note that this will suspend your profile from our search results and job match system. You will still be able to login, but recruiters and employers will no longer be able to see your information or contact you.

For Recruiters / Employers

What is your "100% Guaranteed" refund policy?

Simple. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. If you are unhappy for whatever reason, simply contact us and we will refund you your money. No catches or strings attached.
I’m locked out of my account. How do I regain access?
You might receive an error message if:
1. Another person is using the same username and password to login.
2. You are logged in on more than one device (i.e. mobile, tablet and pc)
Our site is set up so that each person in your human resources department has their own unique user account within the company account. If multiple people are using the same login, they will get kicked out of the system and denied access.

To regain site access, log out of all devices and log back in.

If you need to add additional users to your account, click Manage Users on the left from your dashboard home. Click +Add to add more employees to your account. This function is only available to the Company Administrator.

If that fails to do the trick, please contact us and we will do our best to resolve the problem as quickly as possible.
How can I add employees to our account?

Only the account Administrator can add employees. From your dashboard, click Manage Users on the left. Click Add to add more employees to your account.
Who can post jobs?

The account Administrator and registered employees on the account can post jobs.
We require applicants to fill out our agency specific application. Can I attach this application to the job posting?
Yes. You can attach your agency's job application form to the online job posting two different ways.
1. Post a URL link in the job description to the page on your website where the form is hosted
2. Upload and attach the application form to job listing
Tell candidates that you would like them to download the application, fill it out, and submit it to you using the messaging center which allows files to be attached to all emails.
We currently use another website or vendor for our applicant tracking system (ATS). Can we post job vacancies on FindaGovernmentJob.com, but require applicants to use our ATS to apply?

Absolutely.

Some employers may only want to use Find a Government Job for the purpose of advertising a vacancy while using another website or vendor to collect applications and track applicants. If this is something you want to do, please contact our support team and we will set that up for you.
Why is it important to fill in my company profile information?

What is the point of going through all the time and hassle to hire an employee if they aren't going to be the right fit?

If used properly, your Company Profile will tell candidates about your organization, including goals, mission statement and its culture so that you can attract high quality candidates that are a good match. Quality candidates are going to demonstrate to hiring managers that they took the time to research your organization and a detailed profile should serve as a starting point for their due diligence. Take the time to craft a thorough and comprehensive profile because not only are you interviewing candidates - you ultimately want them to interview your city or agency, too!

To add or edit your Company Profile, login to your dashboard and click on Manage Company Profile on the left. To add media files or video URLs to display on your Company Profile, click Manage Media on the left from your dashboard.
What is a Batch Email?
A batch email is an excellent feature that allows you to send one email to multiple candidates at once, which saves you time and the headache of contacting each candidate individually.

The batch email feature is available throughout your dashboard when you’re searching for candidates.

To send a batch email from candidates search results:
1. Click Search Candidates on the left of your dashboard.
2. Select an occupation and at least one specialty to perform a search.
3. From the search results, you can Check All to select all candidates or select individual candidates you’d like to email. Note: You can select up to 50 candidates to include in a batch email.
4. Candidates will be added to the Batch Email Queue at the top of the page. To remove a candidate from the Batch Email Queue, check the box to the left of a name and click Remove from Batch.
5. Click Send Email to compose a batch email or choose from an email template.
6. Select the Job from the dropdown that you would like to send.
7. A default email template is shown. You can edit Subject or Email Message before sending the batch email. Note: If candidates in the batch do not match selected job specialty, the message will not be sent to them to prevent spam. Please contact these candidates individually if you think they are a good match.
8. Click the Check for Spam button to check your email for spam before you send.
9. Click Send Email.
What is Match Jobs to Candidates?

The Match Jobs to Candidates feature is available on the left in your account dashboard. This feature uses our proprietary search functionally to match the most relevant candidates in our database to the jobs you post. Note: You must have jobs posted before you can use the Match Jobs to Candidates feature.

When logged in to your account, click Match Jobs to Candidates on the left. Click View Matches next to each job posting to view the candidates that match that job. All candidates who match the job posting criteria will be listed. You can sort by candidates only licensed in the job state or by when they updated their profiles to get the most current list of candidates.

From the list of candidates, you can click Send Email to send individual emails to candidates. You can also use the batch email feature to send an email to multiple candidates.
How do I use the Message Center?
Our new Message Center lets you easily communicate with candidates within your FindaGovernmentJob.com account. You can view all your conversations and reply quickly in your account.

When you are viewing a candidate’s profile, click COMPOSE MESSAGE. The messages sent between you and the candidate will appear in your Message Center.

To use the Message Center:
How do I search candidates from a region or specific state?
1. Click Search Candidates on the left of your dashboard.
2. Select an occupation and at least one specialty to perform a search.
3. Click Location Preference to select one or more locations to search for candidates.
4. Search results will automatically update.
How can I see all the candidates that have registered today or within the last week?
1. Click Search Candidates on the left of your dashboard.
2. Select an occupation and at least one specialty to perform a search.
3. Click Time Periods to search for candidates who have registered within 1 day or the last 7 days.
4. Search results will automatically update.

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