Job search sites, also known as job search engines, are web-based platforms used to connect employers with job seekers. Employers use these platforms to post open positions they are looking to fill, while job seekers visit a corresponding company website or mobile app to browse job opportunities. Job search sites may host job posts, aggregate posts from other sources like company career pages, or combine both. Companies and staffing firms use job search sites to broaden the reach of their hiring efforts to attract a larger pool of highly qualified candidates. Posts on job search sites are often purchased and managed by recruiters or other HR professionals.
Job search websites comprise a large number of job postings in a variety of sectors, regions, and experience levels. You can refine your search with keywords, industry or role filters, and geographical choices to locate positions that match your abilities and goals. Job search sites can help recruiters keep up with industry changes, study firms, and increase their professional network.
To maximize the use of job search sites, recruiters may use recruitment marketing software, enabling them to send the same post to multiple sites and optimize the employer’s branding and messaging. Many job search sites integrate with third-party applicant tracking systems (ATS) or have a built-in ATS that parses resumes for relevant information. Employers use ATS to distribute job postings and manage the application process effectively. For placing ads on job sites, programmatic job advertising software can help employers optimize job ad spending.
Job search sites are different from job board software, which refers to products that allow entrepreneurs to create and manage job search sites, also known as job boards.
To qualify for inclusion in the Job Search Sites category, a product must:
Enable employers to publish job posts with details on open positions
Filter job posts based on designated criteria, such as location or industry
Provide search tools that enable job seekers to find relevant employment opportunities
