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When it comes to hiring employees, most business owners will turn to the internet to find qualified job candidates. Indeed is a one-stop shop for employers looking to post job listings and reach a wide variety of qualified applicants. Here are nine commonly asked questions about the popular job board site.

How do I post a job on Indeed?

Before you can post a job on Indeed, it’s a good idea to have a comprehensive job description already written. Having the job description already completed will make the process of posting your job much easier.

Once that step is finished, you’ll go to the company’s employer homepage and sign up for your account. You’ll set up your employer account by entering your name and relevant contact information.

Now you’re ready to post your first job listing. You’ll start by entering the job title, location and salary information. Then you’ll copy and paste your job description into the box provided.

You can also add screening questions as a way to pre-qualify candidates. These could be questions about the candidate’s skills, experience and expectations. Once you’re finished, you’re ready to post your job listing.

How does Indeed work?

Indeed is a great option for employers and job seekers. If you’re looking for a job, you can create a free account, post your resume and search for jobs in your area. Indeed receives more than 250 million unique visitors every month, so you’ll have access to a wide variety of available jobs.

For employers, you can create an account, posting a job listing, and receive applications through the Indeed platform. Indeed can help streamline your candidate search so you find the right person for the job.

How do I download a resume from Indeed?

To download a resume from Indeed, you’ll start by logging into your account and clicking ‘Download Resume.’ From there, you'll save the resume as a PDF, and also have the option to print it.

How much does Indeed cost to use?

Indeed is free for job seekers and there is a free option for employers, as well. You can post jobs, accept mobile applications and manage your candidates on the dashboard for free. However, your job listing will appear in the general search results.

If you want your job listing sponsored, you can do this for approximately $5 per day. A sponsored job listing allows you to reach more candidates, and you’re only charged when people click on your job listing.

And, finally, you have the option to work with Indeed to set up a hiring campaign. Contact Indeed directly and speak with representative to learn how to best set up your campaign.

Indeed can help streamline your candidate search so you find the right person for the job.

How does Indeed work for employers?

Indeed is a one-stop shop for finding, hiring and managing job candidates. It’s easy to post your job listing on Indeed, and the company gives you the option to sponsor your listing for additional visibility.

All job applications will be sent to your email, and you can manage your job candidates directly within the Indeed platform. The Indeed dashboard lets you review your job candidates and schedule interviews with them.

How much does it cost to post a job on Indeed?

If you want your job listing to appear in the general search results, you can post a job for free. If you want to sponsor your listing or get premium placement, this could cost around $5 a day or more. The company doesn’t share a lot of detailed information on their website about how the paid job listings work.

How can I post a job on Indeed for free?

To post a job for free on Indeed, you’ll visit the company’s website, and create your employer profile first. Then you’ll click ‘Post a Job’ to get started. As long as you’re okay with your job listing showing up in the general search results, you won’t be charged any money.

How do I contact Indeed?

To contact Indeed, you’ll submit an electronic request on the company’s Contact page. You can also visit the company’s Help Center for more information or post a question in the online forum.

How do I create an employer account on Indeed?

To create an employer account on Indeed, you’ll start by entering your company name and work email address. From there, you’ll enter your name, contact information, company size, and whether you’re a recruiter or hiring for your company.

Once that’s finished, you’re ready to post your first job listing. The process is fairly easy and takes less than five minutes to complete.

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