FAQs

Do you have any question about TalentDrive and TalentFilter? Below is a list of commonly asked questions. If you don't find the answer to your question below, please contact us directly at 866.916.2249

Do all the resumes appear the same and have the same format?

TalentFilter searches for resumes across thousands of websites and resumes come back in literally hundreds of different formats. With a simple click of the button, you can either view a standardized format of the resumes which return or the full resume in its original format.

Does TalentFilter post jobs?

No. TalentFilter does not post job requisitions. TalentFilter is an online resume sourcing tool that searches thousands of online resume databases, helping you to leverage the Internet for active and passive candidates that match your hiring needs.

Is TalentFilter an "applicant tracking system"?

No, TalentFilter is not an ATS, but rather an online resume sourcing tool. While it is not designed to be an "applicant tracking system", it does have a powerful tracking and organization system for helping you export candidates to your ATS. TalentFilter is able to connect with most ATS’s.

How much room does it take on my computer hard drive?

TalentFilter takes no storage space on your computer. You log onto a secure website to search for candidates or review your results from ANY computer! TalentFilter is the only 100% SaaS (Software as a Service) model on the market, allowing you to work from any computer.

Can I import or export resumes from TalentFilter?

TalentFilter will allow you to seamlessly export candidates to your desktop, ATS system or database. You can also print or email the resumes found. You can also easily import resumes (Word docs, text files, html, Outlook, LinkedIn) into TalentFilter for future searches.

Can I access TalentFilter while I am outside the US to source for candidates?

You can access TalentFilter and search for resumes from anyplace in the world with a secure internet connection. All you have to do is log in using a web browser!

Can TalentFilter assist me in my marketing efforts to Candidates?

TalentFilter allows you to identify unique fields and workgroups for effective candidate contact management. You may create persuasive, marketing campaigns consistent with your company's branding needs.

Do I needed to be concerned about spamming candidates?

You should always only contact those candidates who have posted a resume or bio and are interested in hearing about an open position. TalentFilter’s email function is CAN-SPAM compliant to protect potential candidates.

Does TalentFilter meet current OFCCP Reporting Requirements?

Yes, TalentFilter allows you to Log external and internal resume database search activity automatically, including resumes that meet basic qualifications. We maintain secure search logs to keep you prepared for future audits. TalentDrive works with you to customize reports to meet your corporate record retention policies. TalentDrive is also Safe Harbor Compliant.

How much does TalentFilter cost?

TalentFilter is licensed on a subscription basis due to its continually updated model which allows for improved sourcing effectiveness and compatibility. In addition, TalentDrive is constantly implementing improvements and new features, all of which are automatically downloaded and implemented for our users.

Can I receive training on how to use TalentFilter? If so, what is the cost?

Yes. Personal online training sessions with our Customer Support Manager are provided as a part of our service to new Clients.

Do you accept requests for additional job boards or websites?

Yes. We will assist you in connecting to your favorite job boards or websites if they are not already among our thousands of resources.

Are TalentFilter Users allowed to share paid job board licenses?

No, TalentFilter is designed so that each user receives a unique "seat". Only one user is allowed per seat and only they can search their individual paid job board license (CareerBuilder, Monster, etc) from the account. Users are able to source thousands of free sites, social media sites and niche boards, but multiple users searching through the same paid board license does not result in efficient searches and is not allowed by TalentDrive.

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Where does TalentFilter search for resumes?

TalentFilter has the capability to search for resumes from thousands of online sources:

PAID RESUME DATABASES -TalentFilter allows you to search all of your resume database sources, using the subscriptions and agreements you already have in place through a single, easy-to-use interface and a powerful search and match engine.

FREE RESUME DATABASES -TalentFilter helps you indentify and gain access to the largest list of free resumes databases on the web to assist in using these resume databases effectively in your candidate sourcing efforts.

SOCIAL & PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING SITES -TalentFilter will take you to Linkedin, Zoominfo, MySpace, FaceBook and other relevant Social & Professional Networking Sites all at the simple click of a button.

OPEN WEB -TalentFilter scours the open web for resumes using search engines, searching professional and social networking sites, as well as ISPs for resumes hidden behind homepages.

COLLEGES & ALUMNI BOARDS -TalentFilter scans the websites of over 100 colleges and universities--rich recruiting grounds for enrty-level candidates, interns, and even experienced alumni.

FLIP SEARCH -TalentFilter's powerful flip-search feature allows you to find candidates who currently work or have worked for companies or organizations meaningful to your hiring needs.

Can TalentFilter search pay or free some resume databases?

Yes, TalentFilter allows you to search all of your resume database sources, using the subscriptions and agreements you already have in place through a single, easy-to-use interface and a powerful search and match engine. TalentFilter allows you to leverage the thousands of free resume locations in addition to your paid job boards to maximize your online sourcing efforts.

Can I search international pay boards and free sites using TalentFilter?[-]

If you have a resume site which supports search in English, TalentFilter can assist you in finding the Candidate resumes more efficiently and match them to your hiring needs. TalentFilter EU is also available in Europe that the Pacific Rim, allowing recruiters to provide local searches for open positions.

Can TalentFilter search my ATS(Application Tracking System)?

Yes, TalentFilter is capable of searching many of today's largest ATS’s for resumes which match your current requirements-usually as easily as entering your user name and password! Contact us to ask about your specific ATS.

How many resumes can I find with using TalentFilter?

Some sources estimate there are100+ million resumes posted on the Internet. We believe that the number of unique resumes on the internet is likely between 50 and 60 million. TalentFilter allows you to search through these resumes, wherever they are, whether on pay boards, free boards, or the open web, and match only those resumes which fit your position description and requirement. TalentFilter’s advanced matching function helps to ensure only the most qualified resumes are returned by matching directly to your job description.

Will TalentFilter find me resumes that I couldn't normally find?

Absolutely! TalentFilter not only searches the popular job boards but also carefully scours the entire web for resumes. Scanning college and university sites, military and organization sites, personal homepages, and all the search engines, TalentFilter finds resumes that would take weeks locate—all in a matter of minutes.

How often can I search for resumes for my open position?

You can schedule your searches to run every day (or night) thanks for TalentFilter’s on-demand SaaS model. TalentFilter sources many web locations which require log in and active search, so you are emailed directly when new candidates arrive for your review.

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How do I review the Candidates' resumes that match my hiring needs?

Users log onto an exchange we provide our clients with your secure user id to review all of your positions and the matching resumes.

How does TalentFilter match resumes to my hiring needs?

TalentFilter initiates the search for candidate resumes based on your search criteria which is entered in the form of a position description and other specific key skills or "must haves."

TalentFilter is used to read, understand, and analyze resumes and job descriptions. It then extracts more than one hundred facts with the highest accuracy in the industry, normalizes key data, and translates skills to a standardized dictionary.

Unlike tools that screen just for keywords or correlated terms, TalentFilter doesn't just verify the match between skills and experiences in the resume and those specified in the job description, it uses powerful statistical models to predict how likely a job is to fit the candidate's career path.

In just minutes, it can analyze thousands of resumes and return those best suited for your open position.

How do I contact Candidates of the matching resumes?

You can utilize TalentFilter's contact and phone screening feature to send candidates an email directly, encouraging them to apply through your career site or export the resume directly into your ATS.

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