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`The America's Job Bank (AJB) network offers two levels of FREE service to all Job Seekers. The basic level is the ability to conduct a
`search for possible job openings. The higher level allows a job seeker to create and submit a resume to the system, and conduct and save
`customized job searches. You must register through your home state to gain access to the higher level of service.
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`Search for Jobs:
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`This is the basic level of FREE service, available without the need to register. There are several alternatives available to conduct a search
`of the America's Job Bank job order data base.
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`1. Occupation Search
`2. Keyword Search
`3. Military Code Search
`4. Job Number Search
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` Occupation Search: starting with twenty-two (22) broad occupational areas, provides the capability to refine the search to a more
`specific pre-defined occupational group. There are also several optional advanced search criteria, including: job location, jobs
`entered during a specific time period, job seeker's education and experience, job duration, and minimum salary required. (In-depth
`description of the Occupation Search is available.)
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` Keyword Search: provides the capability to choose skill words important for the position being sought. The search will retrieve all
`jobs containing the words that appear in the Job Title, the Certificates/Licenses Required or the Type of Education Required
`sections of the job listing. The same advanced criteria used in the Occupation Search are also available in the Keyword Search. (An
`in-depth description of the Keyword Search is available.)
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` Military Code Search: allows job seekers who have a military background to enter their Military Occupational Code and conduct
`a search for any equivalent civilian jobs that are open. The same advanced criteria used in the Occupation Search are also available
`in the Military Code Search. (An in-depth description of the Military Code Search is available.)
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` Job Number Search: for job seekers who have previously conducted a search of the file and found a specific job that they wish to
`recall and review. By entering the nine (9) character job number, they can go immediately to that job description (if it is still
`available). (An in-depth description of the Job Number Search is available.)
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` In addition to the job search function, AJB offers several links to other Job sites.
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`1. State Sites
`2. Employer Sites
`3. Private Agencies
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` State Sites: Although all states are a part of this system, many provide additional job search assistance at their own web sites.
`This link will allow you to browse any of the state sites for this additional information.
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` Employer Sites: Employers may request a link from AJB to their site. AJB reviews each site to determine if there are specific
`jobs available and a method of applying. If the site meets these criteria AJB will point directly to the Jobs/Employment page
`whenever possible. AJB in no way endorses any employer that appears on the list, nor is responsible for the content or
`currency of these pages.
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` Private Agencies: Private Agencies are handled in the same manner as Employers. When investigating agencies, job seekers
`should be aware that fees may be involved in some cases.
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`Registration:
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`Obtaining access to the higher level of FREE service requires a registration for your privacy and confidentiality of information, and so
`that the system can track activity and provide you with activity information. The registration process requires that you provide some
`standard contact information (i.e. name, address, telephone number), and then choose your own Username and Password. It is important
`that you remember the Username and Password as you will be asked for them each time you use the system. Once registered, you will
`have access to the following services:
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` Custom Job Searches: As a registered job seeker, all of the searches described above are available to you, and you will be able to
`create any standard search that meets your needs and store (save) it for use whenever you return to the system, saving you time
`during future visits. Additionally, AJB will keep track of the last date the search was performed and how many jobs were accessed,
`so you can tailor the search for specific periods of time to avoid duplicate results.
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` Job Scout: Job Scout is special search feature for Job Seekers. It provides the ability to automatically perform saved job searches.
`When these job searches are run, any new matches will generate an e-mail notification to you. To use Job Scout, you need to
`register, and create and save a job search.
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` Create Cover Letters: Once registered, you have the ability to create appropriate cover letters for each job to which you are
`applying.
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` Create/Submit a Resume: AJB provides a electronic resume builder, that allows job seekers to "fill in the blanks" to create their
`resume. We require this format to allow employers to conduct structured searches. The system also provides an option allowing
`you to enter free form resumes in Ascii format. The structured resume has twelve (12) different sections that should be completed
`as applicable.
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`1. Contact Information: Will automatically contain the information you provided as with your registration. It can be modified as
`necessary.
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`2. Occupation: This section allows you to choose job titles that apply to the type of work you are seeking. At least one title is
`required.
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`3. Location: This section allows you to select the areas in which you are willing to accept employment.
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`4. Job Objective: This is a free-form section that allows you to indicate your job objective. When entering this information,
`remember that an employer will be shown this section before they see the entire resume, so be as specific as possible.
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`5. Employment History: This section allows you to provide information about your previous jobs.
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`6. Skills and Abilities: This is a free-form section that allows you to enter any additional training, skills and abilities you have
`obtained.
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`7. Education: This section allows you to enter the highest level of education you have completed, as well as the type of degree
`program completed.
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`8. Certificates and Licenses: This section allows you to enter any special license or certificate received.
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`9. Honors and Activities: This section allows you to enter any information concerning Honors you have earned or Activities in
`which you are involved.
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`10. Salary: This section allows you to enter the minimum salary you will accept. It is available for search purposes only and will
`not be displayed as part of your resume.
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`11. Notes: This section is free flow and allows you to enter any other information which you feel is important but did not fit
`anywhere else (i.e. publications). This section is not available to the employer for search purposes.
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`12. Open Format: This section provides a free-form text area in which you can type your resume as you would like it to appear
`(up to 4000 characters). None of the information placed in this section will be searchable by employers, but it will be
`displayed when an employer views your resume. This section is only available if you choose the Open Resume Format
`option.
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`Prior to submitting your resume, you will have the ability to review it and make any changes. Once submitted, it can be modified at
`any time. RESUMES REMAIN ACTIVE FOR 60 DAYS. If necessary, you will be able to "extend" the active period. An active
`resume will be available for searching within 24 hours. However, only registered and validated employers will be given access to
`your personal contact information.
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`Additional help resources for job seekers:
` Job Seeker FAQ's
` Job Seeker Registration
` Job Seeker Resume Builder
` Job Seeker Keyword Search for Jobs
` Job Seeker Military Code Search for Jobs
` Job Seeker Occupation Search for Jobs
` Job Seeker Number Search for Jobs
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`Using the Resume Builder, you can create and submit an electronic resume. Resume Builder allows you to construct a resume in three (3)
`different ways. The Traditional Resume format is comprised of twelve (12) sections, not all of which are required for a complete resume.
`The Express format contains five (5) sections, all of which are required. The Express format contains less information than the
`Traditional format. The Open format is comprised of six (6) sections, all of which are required. The Open format provides a section in
`which you can enter an Ascii text version of your resume.
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`On the first Resume Builder screen, select the radio button for the resume format that you wish to submit (Traditional, Express, or Open),
`and click on the Start button.
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`To move through the resume construction process, click on the navigation buttons at the bottom of the screens (the Previous and Next
`buttons). Clicking on the Preview Resume button, which is included on all screens, allows you to view all the information you have
`entered at any desired point in the process. After completing required sections, you have the ability to save your resume by clicking on
`the Save button.
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`A section by section description of the Resume Builder follows. It includes all required information as well as suggestions for best use.
`Note that the Express and Open resume formats do not include all of the sections described below.
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`Contact Information:
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`Contact Information is comprised of two sections. On the first Contact Information screen, select whether you want to prevent employers
`from viewing your contact information, and select a method of contact (postal mail, phone, fax, and or email). You must select at least
`one method of contact. The second Contact Information screen may be pre-populated with address information provided during your
`original registration. You may add or change any of this information. This section is required.
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`Occupation:
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`This section allows you to create a list of job titles in which you are interested. Clicking the Add Job Title button invokes a list of Job
`Categories. Clicking on a desired category within this list will reveal sub-categories and/or a list of Job Titles within that category (Job
`Categories are identified with a folder icon; Job Titles are identified with a "pointing finger" icon). Locate and click on a desired Job Title
`within these lists. The selected Job Title will be displayed on the original screen. You must select at least one Job Title. Once one or more
`Job Titles have been selected, a Delete Job Title button will appear below the selected title(s). To delete a selected Job Title from your
`list, click on the Select radio button next to the Job Title to be deleted, and click Delete Job Title. The selected Job Title will be removed
`from your list.
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`Location:
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`To specify that you wish to work within a certain distance of up to three different Zip codes, select the Zip Code option. To specify that
`you wish to work anywhere in up to six different States, select the States option. To specify that you wish to work anywhere in up to
`three different Countries (including the United States), select the Countries option.
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`If you select the Zip Code option, specify the distance from up to three specific zip codes (5, 10, 25, 50, or 100 miles) in which you
`would like to work. Next, enter a five-digit Zip code for the area in or around which you wish to work. If you don't know the desired Zip
`code, click on the Find A Zip Code button for assistance. To use the Zip Code Locator, enter a full or partial city name, select a State
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`from the drop-down list, and click on the Find Cities button. A list of cities and their corresponding zip codes will be displayed; select
`the radio button for the desired zip code in this list and click on the Use Selected Zip Code button, and the selected zip code will be
`displayed in the field on the first screen.
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`If you select the States option, you can select up to three States in which you would like to work. Select a desired State from each drop-
`down list.
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`If you select the Countries option, you can specify up to three Countries (including the United States) in which you would like to work. In
`each field, enter a desired Country's two-digit Country Code (e.g., US). To select from a list of Countries, click the Find Country Codes
`button. To use the Country Finder, select the desired Country's name from the drop-down list, and click on the Use Country Codes
`button. The selected Country's code will be displayed in the field on the first screen.
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`Job Objective:
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`Type your Job Objective as you would like it to appear on your resume. This field has a limit of 2000 characters. Since employers can
`conduct searches for this information, you should attempt to be as specific as possible.
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`Employment History:
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`Use this section to describe your employment history. For each job you include, please provide the following information:
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` Employer: the name of the company at which you worked.
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` City: the city in which the job was located.
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` State: select the state in which the job was located.
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` Country: the country in which the job was located. If necessary use the Find Country Code button.
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` Job Title: enter the title or titles of the job(s) you held with this company.
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` Start Date: enter the date you started working at this job (in mm/dd/yyyy format).
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` End date: enter the date you last worked at this job (in mm/dd/yyyy format). If you are still employed, enter the current date.
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` Job Duties: in as much detail as possible, enter your job duties, and responsibilities (up to 2000 characters).
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`Skills and Abilities:
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`Enter any additional skills and abilities that are important in your job performance. Also provide information about any additional
`training you have received. You have a maximum of 4000 characters.
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`Education (1 & 2):
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`This section is broken up into two (2) areas: Highest Level of Education and Schools Attended.
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` Highest Level of Education: from this drop-down list, select the highest level of education that you have completed. This entry is
`used when you search against the job order file and when employers search the resume file. It does not appear on the resume itself.
`This is a required entry - NONE SELECTED cannot be left in the field; some other selection must be made.
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` School #: For each school you list, please provide the following information:
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` Type of Education/Degree: Enter the type of degree/ education you have obtained (e.g., Bachelors/Business
`Administration). If an entry is made in this field, then an entry is required for Issuing
`Institution /State/Country/Completion Date.
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` Course of Study: Enter your major course of study (i.e. Accounting). If an entry is made in this field, then entries are
`required in all other fields.
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` Issuing Institution/State/Country: Enter the name of the school, and the state and country in which it is located.
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`Certificates and Licenses:
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`In this section you may enter any other certificates or licenses you have received (e.g., Cosmetologist, Electrician, Registered Nurse). For
`each entry, you should include the name of the organization that issued the certificate/license, where it is located (state and country), and
`the completion date.
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`Honors and Activities:
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`In this section you can describe any Honors you have received (civic awards, educational honors, etc.) or Activities you are involved in
`(volunteer work, clubs, youth activities, etc.) that you would like to appear on your resume. This field has a limit of 2000 characters.
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`Salary:
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`This section allows you to enter your minimum desired salary in whole dollar and cent amounts (up to 10 numeric characters) in the
`Desired Pay field. Do not enter commas or dollar signs. This salary value is used in conjunction with the selected salary unit to
`determine your desired pay range. The Per drop-down list allows you to choose the appropriate salary unit (hour, day, week, month, or
`year). This entry is used for search purposes only, it DOES NOT appear on your resume. Although this is an optional entry, employers
`can use a salary range as a search criteria. If you have not entered a salary, your resume will not be considered for such a search.
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`Notes:
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`You should use this section for any additional information you would want an employer to know about you. You could explain any
`interruptions in your employment record, or list any publications you have written. This information is not searched by the employer, but
`does appear on your resume for their review. You have a maximum of 2000 characters.
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`Open Format:
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`This section provides a free-form text area in which you can type your resume as you would like it to appear (up to 4000 characters).
`None of the information placed in this section will be searchable by employers, but it will be displayed when an employer views your
`resume.
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`Additional help resources for job seekers:
` Job Seeker Services
` Job Seeker FAQ's
` Job Seeker Registration
` Job Seeker Keyword Search for Jobs
` Job Seeker Military Code Search for Jobs
` Job Seeker Occupation Search for Jobs
` Job Seeker Number Search for Jobs
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`Help for Job Seekers: Occupation Search
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`This search allows you to explore the job listings in the job bank database by selecting an occupation and other search criteria such as
`location, salary, etc.
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`Although you may search based on one of twenty-two (22) broad occupational families, you have the option of narrowing the search to
`specific occupations within a given family. Click on the Select Job Title button to display a list of occupational families. An
`occupational family is labeled with a folder icon and a "pointing finger" icon; to perform a search using the entire occupational family,
`click on the family's "pointing finger" icon. To display specific occupations within a family, click on the family's folder icon. Occupation
`titles are labeled with the "pointing finger" icon only; to perform a search using a specific occupation, click on this icon.
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`When you have selected the desired occupational family or specific occupation, it will be displayed on the original screen. In the Select A
`State drop-down list, select a State or Territory in which to search.
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`Once you have selected an occupation and a State or Territory, you can perform the search by clicking on the Search Now button. By
`making a selection in the Results in pages of: drop-down list, you can determine how many job listings will be grouped on each page of
`search results (you can choose to view search results in groups of 10, 25, 50, or 100 listings). The default selection for this field is 10.
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`You can save your search by entering a name for the search in the To save this search... field (up to 40 characters), and clicking on the
`Save Search button. Saved searches are available for retrieval and execution via the Saved Searches and Job Scout features.
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`To refine your search by imposing more specific location search criteria, click on the More Location Options button. This screen offers
`four location search options. You can only select one of these options for any search:
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` Within X miles of USPS 5-digit Zip Code: To use this option, click on the radio button to its left. The drop-down list featured in
`this option allows you to specify the distance from a specific zip code (5, 10, 25, 50, or 100 miles) in which you would like to
`search for jobs. Next, enter a five-digit Zip code for the area in or around which you wish to work. If you don't know the desired
`Zip code, click on the Find A Zip Code button for assistance. To use the Zip Code Locator, enter a full or partial city name, select
`a State from the drop-down list, and click on the Find Cities button. A list of cities and their corresponding zip codes will be
`displayed; select the radio button for the desired zip code in this list and click on the Use Selected Zip Code button, and the
`selected zip code will be displayed in the field on the first screen.
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` Select up to three States/Territories: Click on the radio button on the left and then use the drop-down list(s) to select one or more
`States in which to conduct the search.
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` Nationwide: Click on the radio button on the left to select this option. Unless this option is combined with other search criteria, it
`is possible to find many job orders. We place a limit of 250 results for a nationwide search. We do this to prevent overloading your
`web browser and our web server. Unless you are actually willing to work anywhere in the entire US, do not use this option.
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` International: Click on the radio button on the left to select this option. Any job that has been listed with AJB from outside the US
`will match this search. You will have to review the results to determine if the country where a particular job is located is one in
`which you want to work.
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`You then have the option of executing or saving your search as detailed earlier, or of using advanced search criteria to further refine your
`search. To impose advanced search criteria, click on the More Refinement Options button. The advanced criteria are:
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` New Jobs: To select this option, click on the check box to its left. To search only for jobs that have been created or updated within
`a certain number of days, select the desired number of days from this drop-down list (from 1 day to 60 days).
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` Education: To search only for jobs that require a specific level of education, click on the check box at left and then select the
`desired education level from this drop-down list.
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` Experience: To search only for jobs that require a specific number of months of experience, click on the check box at left and enter
`the desired number of months in this field (up to four characters).
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` Duration: To search only for jobs of a specific duration (e.g., Full Time, Part Time, Regular, Temporary), click on the check box
`at left and select the desired duration from this drop-down list. If you are willing to accept a job of any duration, do not select this
`option.
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` Salary Range: To search for jobs within a specified salary range, click on the check box at left and enter your minimum and
`maximum desired salary in whole dollar and cent amounts (up to 7 numeric characters) in this field. Do not enter commas or dollar
`signs. The minimum and maximum salary values are used in conjunction with the selected salary unit to determine your desired
`pay range. The per drop- down list allows you to choose the appropriate salary unit (hour, day, week, month, or year). If you
`require only a minimum salary level, enter that amount in the first salary field. Only jobs that specify that salary or higher
`will match. If you wish to enter only a maximum salary level, enter that amount in the second salary field. Only jobs that
`specify a lower salary will match. A job listing in which the employer does not specify any salary range will not be
`considered if you use salary as a criteria. You should use this selection with care to avoid eliminating many potential job
`matches.
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`You then have the option of executing or saving your search as detailed earlier.
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`A successful search will produce a JOB LIST.
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`The Job List will display the total number of matches that occurred, and will list the first group of matching job listings. Each job listing
`will include:
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` Title: The Job Title entered on the job order.
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` Location: The Job Location entered on the job order.
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` Salary: The salary range, if any, entered on the job order.
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` Ed: The education requirements, if any, entered on the job order.
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` Exp: The experience requirements, if any, entered on the job order.
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` F/P: Whether the job is Full Time or Part Time, as indicated on the job order.
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` R/T: Whether the job is Regular or Temporary, as indicated on the job order.
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`You can sort each group of jobs according to any combination of the following criteria: State, City, Title, Salary, Duration, and New
`Jobs. Sorts are made on the entire list of matching jobs that resulted from your search, not just the ones currently visible in the list. Select
`the desired sort criteria from the drop-down lists above the job list, and click on the Sort Jobs button.
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`If your Job List does not display all jobs returned from your search, the Jump To Jobs button and drop-down list will be provided below
`the list to enable you to jump between groups of job listings. To use this feature, select the desired group of jobs from the drop-down list
`and click on the Jump To Jobs button.
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`You may select any job you wish to review by clicking on the "eye" icon to the left of the job's list entry. Descriptions will vary for a
`variety of reasons; but generally speaking, recruitment is done in accordance with the instructions of the employer. For this reason,
`certain information such as salary and employer name is not always provided. You may be able to view more employer information for
`the job by clicking on the View Company Info button below the job description.
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`If you wish to apply for a position, click on the How To Apply button below the job description, and follow the instructions provided on
`the Internet Referral screen. In some cases, instructions on the job description may conflict with these instructions. Please follow the
`instructions on the Internet Referral screen. In most cases you will need to fill out the form, print it out, attach your resume and mail or
`fax it to the address or number provided.
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`You can build a list of jobs (called "My Jobs") in which you are interested by clicking on a list entry's My Jobs checkbox in the Job List
`(a check mark in the check box indicates that the job is selected), or by clicking on the Add To My Jobs button below the job
`description. You can view your list of jobs by clicking on the My Jobs button below the Job List, below the job description, or on the
`Internet Referral screen.
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`The Refine Search and New Search buttons allow you to return to the search definition screens to edit the current search or create a new
`search. These buttons are available from the Job List, the job description, and the Internet Referral screen.
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`To print a job description, click on the Print button below the job description.
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`As an alternative to the Occupation search, try either our KEYWORD SEARCH or if you are a veteran, our MILITARY CODE
`SEARCH or, if you know the desired job number, our NUMBER SEARCH.
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`Additional help resources for job seekers:
` Job Seeker Services
` Job Seeker FAQ's
` Job Seeker Registration
` Job Seeker Resume Builder
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`Petitioner Exhibit 1024 p.9