Using the Indeed Integration in Recruitment

StaffSavvy has integrated with Indeed, so now, when recruiting, you can post new positions via the Indeed website, making your recruitment process more convenient than ever. 

Any applications submitted via Indeed will be pulled through into your StaffSavvy recruitment portal, seamlessly integrating with your current system while allowing you to reach a wider audience when recruiting.

In this article we will go through the steps you must take to be able to add positions to Indeed as well as your own recruitment portal. 

It is important to note that the integration does not allow conditional questions when creating an Indeed application. Every question requires an answer, so keep that in mind when asking for personal information.

Additionally, Indeed does not allow for any file uploads apart from one CV upload. This could affect your application if you require external documents, portfolios or headshots. If you need a cover letter to be submitted, this must be included as a text box answer.

Step 1

To integrate Indeed with StaffSavvy, you must first go to System > Configuration > Global Settings. Select the Integrations tab, scroll down to the Indeed section, and enable the Indeed integration. This means Indeed will be able to review any job advert you create and can reach out to put your account live. They will also merge adverts together. It's important to remember that once enabled scroll to the bottom of the page to save your new settings.

 

Step 2

Then go to Recruitment > Settings > Portal Settings and go to the Integrations tab. This is where you will set the details for your Indeed integration. You will need an Indeed source name - a unique title that will link to your Indeed company profile.

Additional details to input include your organisation's name and contact details for the recruiter or whoever the applicant will need to send their application to.

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Step 3

You will also need to set up the position details. These can be added by going to Recruitment > Manage Positions and then either creating a new position or editing an existing on. Then under General Settings scroll down to Indeed Job Posting Details.

There are certain details Indeed requires for any position. Each position needs a description, payment details location and summary of responsibilities. 

You will need to include the type of remuneration, i.e., whether staff pay will appear hourly, weekly, or monthly. The location of the position, including the country, postcode, and address, is also required so Indeed can place your job advert to those seeking jobs in that area.

(While the remuneration type is required information, the location can be left blank for situations where it is not necessary, such as if the position is remote.)

Once these steps have been completed, your applications will automatically be uploaded to Indeed and, once created and published in StaffSavvy, will go live. With the Indeed integration live, it is important to note that if they close the position on StaffSavvy, it will also be removed from Indeed.

Additionally, the system will update Indeed on the status of an application. For example, if an applicant has been rejected, offered a position, or shortlisted, the system will pass this information on to Indeed.