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Job seekers today are encouraged to use a multi-pronged approach in their career search. One option might be to utilize the services of a recruiter. Your career target will influence which type of recruiter you should consider.
Retained Recruiters are hired by a company and have an exclusive arrangement for a specific assignment: typically identifying candidates for high-level, executive searches where confidentiality is essential. Retained recruiters find you if they are interested; you don’t sign up with a retained firm.
Contingency Recruiters are paid by the company only if the candidate they submitted is hired by that organization. Contingency recruiters are working on filling multiple positions at any given time and maintain a database of candidates that can be matched to new assignments. Recruiting firms tend to be industry specific and are typically involved in middle management, professional and technical positions. |
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Corporate Recruiters are employed by the company to fill staff openings. These human resource specialists seek out qualified candidates for positions across the various departments.
Recruiters have inside contacts with employers and can help you get noticed. The recruiter’s income depends on the candidate getting the job, so they offer an insiders view of the position, help in structuring your resume to highlight qualifications the employer is seeking, and assistance in preparing for an upcoming interview. |
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| Candidates looking to make a major career change will probably not be of interest to recruiters who are looking for professionals with a steady career path in a specific type of position or industry. Recruiters are employed by companies to screen and recommend the most qualified candidate for open positions. Job seekers should remember that these professionals work for the employer, not the job searcher. If you don’t have the qualifications they are seeking for current assignments, they may not have a position for you at this time. Be patient! |
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Did you know that most states maintain information about employment levels, unemployment rates, wages and earnings, employment projections, jobs, training resources and careers? Labor Market Information (LMI) can help job seekers discover what occupations are in demand, shorten job search time, and identify job training opportunities that will be a good return on their investment. Learn the average pay for various positions and which occupations are expected to grow or decline. The Ohio Labor Market website is: http://lmi.state.oh.us and provides links to other state and federal sites. |
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A “targeted resume” focuses on a specific position in a desired industry. It implies that you have compared your interests, skills, education and experience to the career requirements and can make an argument that you are the most qualified candidate. A great resume doesn’t just tell potential employers what you have done in the past; it sends a “did it before, can do it again” message that convinces employers you have what it takes to be successful in this position.
The Career Exploration Office offers the Gray Resume Assistance package to alumni and continuing education students who are in need of a targeted resume. Contact the CEO at 614-292-3503, 292-8493 or careerexploration@osu.edu for more information. |
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