Tips for Using SimplyHired.com to Job Search

SimplyHired is a free job search engine (and mobile app) that provides a lot of the information you'll need, like details on your local job market and salary calculators, to make a sound career move. Like other job search engines, SimplyHired aggregates job postings from all over the internet. 

How to Search for Jobs on SimplyHired

If you know exactly what kind of job you are looking for, you can search by typing in a specific keyword(s) and location into the appropriate field. Or, if you are not quite sure what you want to do, you can search by category, browse jobs by title, or look for a position at a specific company.

You can also search for a job by location or industry. Or, if you already have a job and are curious how it compares to other available positions (in terms of salary and responsibilities), then SimplyHired will guide you through the job market in order to secure that information.

If you find that you enjoy the interface on SimplyHired, you can create an account. That way, you can stay up-to-date on new positions posted that are relevant to your experience. And, you can upload your resume, which may make it easier to apply for jobs. 

SimplyHired Local Job Search

One of the benefits of SimplyHired is that it allows you to narrow your focus. You can search all the available jobs in your local area simply by inputting your zip code. The website then provides you with data about your local job market as well as other statistics.

The website also boasts a robust "telecommute" search engine option, so you can find work posted on job boards that feature home office positions. The telecommute feature also connects you to various company websites and other sources with remote positions.

More Search Options

If you're interested in working in a specific city or you have a list of companies you'd like to work for, SimplyHired can help. You can browse jobs listed by city and by company. If your work location is flexible, you can find salaries listed by job for a variety of major U.S. cities.

Simply Salary

If you're curious about what your new job will pay, or how your current income stacks up against the competition, you can access SimplyHired's salary estimator. All you'll have to do is enter the job title and location, and you'll immediately be able to view all the salary data. 

You'll also see a salary estimate underneath each job posting when you review available jobs, and you can sort jobs that match your search query by estimated salary.

Simply Apply

SimplyHired's Simply Apply feature enables job seekers to quickly and easily apply for positions. You'll need to add your name, email address, and phone number. Then you'll click to add and upload a resume to apply. You can also add a cover letter, which is an optional feature. Once you've completed all the required information, you'll be prompted to answer any questions the employer has added as part of the application.

SimplyHired App

SimplyHired's app is available in the App Store and from Google Play. Users can use the app to search for jobs and apply by using your mobile device.

Looking for More Ways to Search for Jobs? 

Of course, SimplyHired is not the only job search engine. Here's our list of the best job search engines. And, don't forget to include job boards in your job search as well (here's more information on the difference between job boards and job search engines).

Keep in mind that job search engines are just one way to find a position. In fact, 60 percent of jobs come through networking. So, make sure you also spend time making connections (both online, through sites like LinkedIn, and face-to-face, through informational interviews, networking events, and career fairs).

That way, people will reach out to you with opportunities.