Technology has made it easier for employers to fill open positions at their company. Online job applications are easier to keep up with and less likely to be misplaced. Career websites allows employers to advertise open vacancies to more people. Technology has also made it easier for employers to administer career tests and perform background checks on job applicants. 

Submitting Job Applications Online

Most companies have enabled their websites to accept job applications for open vacancies. An online job application process allows companies to focus on their daily business operations without being interrupted by job inquiries. Businesses can utilize software to find resumes that have specific keywords that match the skills and qualifications of the position they are filling. Job applications submitted online are easier to read and less likely to be misplaced. Online job applications are also paperless, which is better for the environment.

Career Websites

Employers can rely on career websites to help advertise an opening at their company. Job applicants can apply for a position directly from the career website or be directed to the company website to submit their application. Job postings on career websites provide job information such as the name and qualifications of the position. Employers also have the option to reveal their company name as well as salary information. Career websites allow companies to advertise their open vacancies to people all around the world.

Career Testing and Background Checks

Many companies require job applicants to take tests to ensure they meet the qualifications for the position. Retail and food industry companies often have job applicants take personality tests who are applying for sales vacancies. Businesses might administer administrative exams to test job applicants on their typing, word processing, and spreadsheet skills. Government agencies often have job applicants complete a criminal background survey to make sure they don’t have any felonies that would disqualify them for a position. Most companies have job complete a tax survey. Employers can also perform background checks online to verify criminal history and employment.

Technology makes it easier for employees to fill vacancies at their company. Submitting job applications online allows businesses to focus on the daily operations of their company. They can utilize career websites to advertise their position to more people. They can also have applicants complete career testing and background authorization forms online to simply the hiring process.