At iRecruit we love looking at lists and making lists, so we dug into our website statistics (also love statistics) to find out what our most viewed, and most popular blog posts of the year are (so far):
Tips for Hiring Summer Interns
Spring is in full bloom, which means Summer is not too far off, and that means Intern Season is almost upon us. To help you make the most of your interns we reached out to our iRecruit customers for tips.
10 Things to Ask When Purchasing Applicant Tracking Software #10thingsATS
If you’ve been tasked with researching your next online recruitment software, we have a few questions you should ask during your next demo. This list compiled from frequently asked questions we have received from people attending iRecruit’s demos (Tuesdays, or Thursdays at 2pm Eastern Time).
Improving the Candidate Experience
A recent article from ERE discusses the frequent buzzwords we hear relating to the candidate experience (culture, employment brand, employer of choice, relationships) and what it actually means from a candidate perspective.
How Candidates Are Finding You
Wondering what's the best way to get the word out that you're hiring? Track the candidate's referral source in iRecruit. Knowing and tracking this important information can help you plan your advertising budget for the year ahead and make informed choices.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for Job Postings
What is Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for job postings? Keywords, that make your job searchable. Think like an applicant. What are you looking for when you're searching for a position? In job aggregators like Indeed.com, that iRecruit posts your positions to automatically, applicants will use keywords, and locations to find positions they're interested in.
Spring Cleaning Your ATS
It's the first day of Spring (finally) and after a long, long winter we can look ahead to warmer days. The first day of Spring always puts me in mind of spring cleaning, being an orderly person who loves lists, I like to look ahead be cleaning out the clutter.
iRecruit Customers on A&E TV's Reality Show Be The Boss
iRecruit customers Signal 88 Security appeared on an episode of A&E TV's Be The Boss this past weekend. The new reality show is a competition-based series that pits two employees of a franchise-based company in the battle of a lifetime, competing for the chance to become the owner of their very own franchise.
Engage and Attract More Candidates with Social Media
If your company uses these three most prominent social networks for consistent branding, marketing and public relations, you should take advantage of this built-in network of contacts when recruiting new candidates.
Creating a Custom Job Application for Online Recruitment
Creating a custom job application form for online recruitment is simple with iRecruit. iRecruit's application forms are extremely flexible and customizable. Forms are broken down into sections:
iRecruit and Work Opportunity Tax Credits (WOTC)
Learn why there has never been a better time to take advantage of the Work Opportunity Tax Credits – WOTC, with our WOTC expert Brian Kelly. iRecruit has integrated with CMS' WOTC processing service since 2009 providing a simple and easy to use interface, and reporting. Learn about new legislation, what’s upcoming and how much you could potentially save using the WOTC in our upcoming free webinars.
About iRecruit
iRecruit is a hosted, web-based recruitment software designed to
provide any size of business a cost effective, affordable and simple way
to handle their recruiting process online. iRecruit provides you with a
custom career center that will allow your applicants to select the
position they are interested in, and apply online through your website!
Weekly demos, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm Eastern Time, or call us at 1-800-517-9099 to schedule a demo at your convenience.
www.irecruit-software.com
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Showing posts with label SEO. Show all posts
Monday, June 3, 2013
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for Job Postings
What is Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for job postings? Keywords, that make your job searchable. Think like an applicant. What are you looking for when you're searching for a position? In job aggregators like Indeed.com, that iRecruit posts your positions to automatically, applicants will use keywords, and locations to find positions they're interested in.
Let's say you're looking for Certified Nursing Assistants. Your job title is "Certified Nursing Assistant". So, any qualified person looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant position to apply to should be able to find the position.
We can expand on "Certified Nursing Assistant" by adding "CNA" to the job title and "C.N.A." since those are all keywords that might be searched on for this type of position.
Using the relevant keywords in both your job title and description will optimize the listing for organic search and increase your search engine ranking, making your listings easier to find.
The first sentence of your job description should be as succinct and descriptive as possible, since it will show with the job title on the search results.
Google's Keyword Tool, typically used for Advertising, is an excellent keyword tool you can use to improve the search engine optimization for your job postings.
Also see: Six Things You Need in Every Job Description
About iRecruit
iRecruit is a hosted, web-based recruiting software designed to provide any size of business a cost effective, affordable and simple way to handle their recruiting process online.
Not only will this applicant tracking software work in conjunction with your company website, iRecruit provides you with your own career center that will allow your applicants to select the position they are interested in, and apply online through your website!
Weekly demos, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm Eastern Time, or call us at 1-800-517-9099 to schedule a demo at your convenience.
www.irecruit-software.com
Let's say you're looking for Certified Nursing Assistants. Your job title is "Certified Nursing Assistant". So, any qualified person looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant position to apply to should be able to find the position.
We can expand on "Certified Nursing Assistant" by adding "CNA" to the job title and "C.N.A." since those are all keywords that might be searched on for this type of position.
Using the relevant keywords in both your job title and description will optimize the listing for organic search and increase your search engine ranking, making your listings easier to find.
The first sentence of your job description should be as succinct and descriptive as possible, since it will show with the job title on the search results.
CNA Certified Nursing Assistant C.N.A. - Full TimeDon't forget to add your City, State and Zip code to the posting. These are also incredibly useful for having the job listing found in search results.
Company name is hiring a licensed CNA Certified Nursing Assistant in a full time role at our Farmington, CT facility. ....
Google's Keyword Tool, typically used for Advertising, is an excellent keyword tool you can use to improve the search engine optimization for your job postings.
Also see: Six Things You Need in Every Job Description
About iRecruit
iRecruit is a hosted, web-based recruiting software designed to provide any size of business a cost effective, affordable and simple way to handle their recruiting process online.
Not only will this applicant tracking software work in conjunction with your company website, iRecruit provides you with your own career center that will allow your applicants to select the position they are interested in, and apply online through your website!
Weekly demos, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm Eastern Time, or call us at 1-800-517-9099 to schedule a demo at your convenience.
www.irecruit-software.com
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Six Things You Need in Every Job Description
Your job description is a sales pitch for your company and the position. Writing an effective job description is essential to attract the right applicants, and can cut your time to hire by attracting more qualified applicants to the position.
Here are six things we've learned about developing effective job descriptions:
Search Engine Optimization (SEO); Keywords, that make your job searchable. Think like an applicant. What are you looking for when you're searching for a position? Job aggregators like Indeed.com, that iRecruit posts your positions to automatically, applicants use keywords, and locations to find positions. Google's Keyword Tool, typically used for Advertising, is extremely helpful in finding additional keywords you can use in your job description.
Essential Functions of the Position. The "meat" of your job description goes here. What does the job entail? Include a general summary with the duties, responsibilities, and set clear expectations for the position.
Job Requirements. Does the position require particular experience, education, training or skills? Does it require a license or certification? Make sure the description includes this information. The applicant should be aware that if they do not have the requirements, they may not be considered for the position.
Bullet Points. Using well thought out bullet points to summarize the position is helpful for applicants scanning the job description. Include the essential functions and requirements for the position.
Compensation. You may include a salary range or use the word "negotiable". Studies show that using the word "negotiable" in your job descriptions can attract more female applicants.
About Us Blurb. Every job description should have an "about us" paragraph at the end of the job description. Include a brief introduction to your company, what you do, and include any benefits you offer to new employees. Don't forget to link back to your corporate website in the "about us" portion of your job description.
Recommended Links:
About.com Human Resources: How to Develop a Job Description
SBA.gov: Writing Effective Job Descriptions
About iRecruit
iRecruit is a hosted, web-based recruiting software designed to provide any size of business a cost effective, affordable and simple way to handle their recruiting process online.
Not only will this applicant tracking software work in conjunction with your company website, iRecruit provides you with your own career center that will allow your applicants to select the position they are interested in, and apply online through your website!
Weekly demos, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm Eastern Time, or call us at 1-800-517-9099 to schedule a demo at your convenience.
www.irecruit-software.com
Here are six things we've learned about developing effective job descriptions:
Search Engine Optimization (SEO); Keywords, that make your job searchable. Think like an applicant. What are you looking for when you're searching for a position? Job aggregators like Indeed.com, that iRecruit posts your positions to automatically, applicants use keywords, and locations to find positions. Google's Keyword Tool, typically used for Advertising, is extremely helpful in finding additional keywords you can use in your job description.
Essential Functions of the Position. The "meat" of your job description goes here. What does the job entail? Include a general summary with the duties, responsibilities, and set clear expectations for the position.
Job Requirements. Does the position require particular experience, education, training or skills? Does it require a license or certification? Make sure the description includes this information. The applicant should be aware that if they do not have the requirements, they may not be considered for the position.
Bullet Points. Using well thought out bullet points to summarize the position is helpful for applicants scanning the job description. Include the essential functions and requirements for the position.
Compensation. You may include a salary range or use the word "negotiable". Studies show that using the word "negotiable" in your job descriptions can attract more female applicants.
About Us Blurb. Every job description should have an "about us" paragraph at the end of the job description. Include a brief introduction to your company, what you do, and include any benefits you offer to new employees. Don't forget to link back to your corporate website in the "about us" portion of your job description.
Recommended Links:
About.com Human Resources: How to Develop a Job Description
SBA.gov: Writing Effective Job Descriptions
About iRecruit
iRecruit is a hosted, web-based recruiting software designed to provide any size of business a cost effective, affordable and simple way to handle their recruiting process online.
Not only will this applicant tracking software work in conjunction with your company website, iRecruit provides you with your own career center that will allow your applicants to select the position they are interested in, and apply online through your website!
Weekly demos, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm Eastern Time, or call us at 1-800-517-9099 to schedule a demo at your convenience.
www.irecruit-software.com
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