Search the Resume Database
What does it do?
The SEEK Resume Database contains resumes of hundreds of thousands of candidates. SEEK keeps their resumes on file so you don't need to.
To use the SEEK Resume Database you need to have a current ad live on SEEK or be a subscription customer, and obtain a Resume Database password from Customer Service. The Resume Database password ensures jobseeker and advertiser security, and is issued to the person at your company who manages your SEEK account.The SEEK Resume Database is managed in three ways:
- Create a New Resume Search
- Search the Resume Database
- Access an Existing Resume Search
Create a New Search
1.Click on the Resume Search menu in the top navigation bar. This displays the Current Resume Searches screen.
Current jobs with a resume search will be listed. If this is your first time, the table will be empty so start by creating a search, as seen in Step 2.
2. Click on Create a Search.
3. The Create a Resume Search screen shows current job ads in a SEEK Zone. (If you are subscription customer then you will be presented with Resume Search Authentication, so skip to the Search the Resume Database instructions below.)
By default, this zone will be the one you were using most recently. To list jobs from a different zone or if the job you have in mind is not visible, then click on the SEEK, SEEK Executive or SEEK IT logos to change zone. Note that Dual List and Graduate/Entry Level job ads will be shown in both of their zones.
To view the details of a job click on the Job Ad Title.
4. Nominate a job.
Tick checkboxes next to the jobs you wish to attach a search to, and then click ADD RESUME SEARCH.
5. Once the Payment Details are complete, a confirmation screen will be presented.
6. If you do not have a Resume Database password from SEEK, you will need to contact Customer Service at this time to obtain one to be able to search the CVs.
Search the Resume Database
1. Enter your Resume Database password on the Resume Search Authentication page. Note this password is different to your SEEK account password and is issued by Customer Service.
2. On the Create a Resume Search: Step 1 screen, the criteria selected as part of your search may be shown. Refine the candidate search by selecting other criteria and click on CONTINUE.
You can search resumes based on the following criteria:
- Location – city and region
- Work Type – Full Time, Part Time, Contract/Temp, Casual/Vacation
- Show me resumes from – the date the resume was uploaded to SEEK
- Classification, Sub-Classification, Function – key job functions of the candidate
- Salary Range – expected salary for next role
- Work Status
- Country of Residence
- Education
- Willingness to Relocate
Hold down the Ctrl key on the keyboard as you click the items in the boxes, to select multiple items. Try a variety of settings for Show me resumes from to widen the scope of your search or limit it to only a few, recent applicants. The Basic Search will return a larger list of candidates and you can use the Advanced Search to refine your selection.
3. Create a Resume Search: Step 2 displays a table of Search Results.
The table can be sorted by Resume number, candidate Name, Current Position, Employer, desired Salary range, Location, or date last Modified. Click on the title at the top of the table to sort by that property.
Click on Search Again to return to the previous screen and start a new search.
Select candidates by placing a tick next to them in the View column, then click VIEW SELECTED RESUMES.
4. Create a Resume Search: Step 3 allows you to Review the candidate resumes. Resumes you ticked in the previous step are displayed one per page. To view the candidate contact details or shortlist the candidate (Yes or Maybe) you must complete the Security Verification at the bottom of the page. Shortlist this candidate by selecting Yes, No or Maybe. Click Next to proceed to the next selected resume.
Continue doing this, clicking Next or Previous to move through the list, then click CONTINUE at the end of the list.
5. Create a Resume Search: Step 4 shows your Shortlist of candidates. Click on the candidate's name to review their resume.
Indicate an appropriate Action for each candidate:
- Save to list – retain the candidate's details for further consideration.
- Send email – express interest to the candidate in applying for your job.
- Remove resume – they are not suitable for the role.
6. Create a Resume Search: Step 5 is the place to compose email to Contact Candidates.
Under the name of the Resume Search Title, the sorted shortlist of candidates is shown under the three categories: Save to List, Remove Resume and Send Email.
Compose an email to those you wish to make contact. Candidates cannot see the other jobseekers' details and the email appears as if it had been sent only to them.
Include some eye-catching details and if you wish to provide more context, click on Attach Job Ad and select an appropriate job ad.
Click CONTINUE to send the email.
Access an Existing Resume Search
1. Click on the Resume Search menu in the top navigation bar. This displays the Current Resume Searches screen.
Current jobs with a resume search will be listed.
2. Click Search to the right of the job title.
3. Enter your Resume Database password on the Resume Search Authentication page. Note this password is different to your SEEK account password and is issued by Customer Service.
4. You can now select criteria and search the CVs.
If you have not received a Resume Database password from Customer Service the Current Resume Searches screen will alert you to do so. Unless you are a subscription customer, your access to the Resume Database expires when the job ad for which you are searching expires. Contact Customer Service promptly so you can enjoy maximum access to the Resume Database.
