Resume Search

The Resume Search functionality is designed to search the job seeker resume database by keyword(s), with the ability to refine results by adding filters. A search can be simple or detailed as desired, beginning with a basic keyword and location search using the What and Where boxes, or choosing from a wide variety of filters in the REFINE SEARCH menu. The search filters and results are on the same page, so you can see immediately how your results are affected when you add or remove a filter. Search results are sorted by relevance (best match), which means that the results most closely matching your search criteria will display first. When searching by keyword(s), any resumes that have the keywords in the resume title will display at the top of the results. Below that will display resumes containing the keywords anywhere in the job order. If you aren’t satisfied with your results, try editing your keywords in the What box.

For more information about helping an employer identify qualified job seekers, see the Employers section.

Navigation

From the main menu, click Resume Search or to go to Employer > Resume Search.

Conduct Resume Search

1. Navigate to Resume Search. When no filters are clicked or criteria entered in the Whator Where boxes, the Resume Search displays all resumes in the system. By default, the staff Resume Search displays all Active resumes.
2. Enter keyword(s) in the What box. A drop-down list provides job title suggestions to narrow your search. You can click an option in the list or continue typing. When you are done, click the search icon (magnifying glass).
   1. If desired, add a location by entering a city and state or ZIP code in the Where box.
3. The search results display.
   1. The resume results matching your keywords display below the What box, sorted by relevance. Resumes that have your keywords in the resume title will display at the top of the results. Below that will display resumes with the keywords anywhere in the resume. If you aren't satisfied with your results, you can change your entry in the What box at any time.
   2. When the Where box is empty, resume results from across the state and even outside the state will display in the results. When entering a location, use a ZIP code or city and state. The resumes of job seekers who have indicated they are willing to relocate will display.
4. Narrow your search results using the REFINE SEARCH menu.
1. To expand a category of filters, click the category. The number next to each filter within that category indicates the number of results you'll get if you add that filter. A filter will only display if there are results available for that filter. For example, if there are no job seekers who will work for less than $10.00 an hour, the $0.00 and more and $5.00 and more filters will not display.
2. To add a filter to your search criteria, click it. Your search results will automatically update to match the filter you added. You can see all of the filters you've added in the FILTERED BY section. To remove a filter and widen your search, click the x next to the filter. By default, the Status: Active filter is already selected.
3. The following search filters are available when logged in as staff (those that display only for staff are marked with an asterisk).

   • Education Level: Search by the job seeker's minimum education level. Options include:
     • Some High School or Less
     • High School Diploma or Equivalent
     • Vocational Certification or Credential
     • Some College
     • Associate's Degree
     • Bachelor's Degree
     • Master's Degree
     • Other Professional Degree
     • Ph.D
     • MD, OD, or Related
     • DDS, DMD, or Related
     • JD
   • Preferred Shift: Search by the job seeker's shift preferences. Options include:
     • No Preference
     • Day
     • Evening
     • Night
     • Rotating
     • Split
   • County Of Residence: Search by the job seeker's county of residence.
   • Work Type: Search by the job seeker's work preference (Full Time or Part Time).
   • Temp Work: Search by the job seeker's preference for temporary employment (Yes or No).
   • Wage:Search by the job seeker's minimum hourly wage preference (in $5.00 increments, beginning at $0.00 or more).
   • Drivers License: Search for job seekers with a driver's license (Yes or No).
   • Travel: Search for job seekers who are willing to travel as part of the job responsibilities (Yes or No).
   • STEM Discipline: Search for job seekers who have specified a Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics background. The STEM discipline corresponds to the job seeker's occupation title.
   • WorkKeys: Search for job seekers with WorkKeys credentials (Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum). This filter will not appear for states that do not use Career Readiness certificates.
   • Veteran: Search for job seekers who have identified as veterans (Yes or No).
   • *Status: Search for resumes in any status (Expired or Active). The default search results include the Active filter; remove this filter by clicking the x next to Active in the FILTERED BY section.
   • Last Update: Search for resumes that have been updated within the past day, two days, week, two weeks, or month.
   • *Ever Enrolled In:Search for job seekers who have ever been enrolled in a particular program or enrollment. Options differ by state.
   • *Currently Enrolled In:Search for job seekers who are currently enrolled in a particular program or enrollment. Options differ by state.
   • *Previously Enrolled In:Search for job seekers were enrolled in a particular program or enrollment. Options differ by state.
   • *Disabled Veteran: Search for job seekers who have identified as a disabled veteran.

5. The search results provide basic resume information including the resume title, last updated date, and resume objective or summary of qualifications. To view additional information, click the resume title.

Quick Start Guide

Click to view full-screen video in new tab: Searching for Resumes (Staff) QSG