General / Technical Notes

• This application is best if experienced with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 5.1 and higher, or Netscape 6.0 and higher.
• This application relies heavily on cookies to improve site performance. Optimal cookie settings will vary dependent on your browser, but you must have your browser set up to accept cookies to utilize this application.
• This application is usable at a minimum video resolution of 800 X 600, but is best if used at 1024 X 768 resolution (or higher).
• This application allows you to simply upload your resume/CV document. You should have this document prepared and saved on your computer prior to beginning this process.

Logging in / Creating an Account

• If you have created an account previously, simply login with the username & password that you entered when you created your account initially. If you have forgotten your password, use the "I forgot my password" link to have it sent to you.
• You need a unique username to differentiate your account and restrict access to your information.
• You need a unique password at least 6 characters in length.
• Your email address is needed when setting up your account, as it will be used by employers contacting you through the system. You are NOT granting permission to release this information in any other fashion.
• If the "Create an Account" process is reporting that your email address is already in use, you probably created an account previously. Use the "I forgot my password" link to have your username and password sent to you.

Creating Your Profile

• Go to Step 1 - Contact Information page. You must enter at least all of the required fields noted with a red asterisks. It is advisable to complete all fields; many potential employers will utilize the data from this site to populate their internal HR / recruitment databases.
• Go to Step 2 - The Detailed Profile section contains specific questions about your background. The system does not force you to fill out any of this information, unless the question is tagged with a red asterisks, indicating that it is a required question.  However, employers will have the ability to search for candidates using these same categories. It is in your best interest to answer these questions as completely as possible.

Your Online Resume/CV

• Go to Step 3 - This application allows you to simply upload your resume/CV document. You should have this document prepared and saved on your computer prior to beginning this process. When you upload your document, we convert it to a .pdf file so that all employers see your resume formatted exactly as you intended it to look.
• Most document file formats for Windows, Mac and Unix are acceptable, including word processing documents (.doc), rich-text format (.rtf) and plain text files (.txt).
• You must name your resume/CV to distinguish between your resumes. The document name will not be seen by employers.
• If applicable, you may upload multiple versions of your resume, you must designate 1 active resume. The active resume will be viewed by employers as they perform candidate searches.
• In the event that you have somehow lost the original document that was uploaded, you can copy it back onto your computer by clicking on the Download icon.
• If you discover an error in your resume, or if you wish to enhance your document, make the changes to your original document on your computer. You can then use the Replace Icon to upload your new document and overwrite the older version.

Changing Your Account Information

• Go to Summary - Click on the Edit icon to edit your account information. 
• You can change your username, password, and email address as needed. All of the same rules apply from the "Create an Account" process.
• You need a unique username to differentiate your account and restrict access to your information.
• Your email address should be the address that you want employers to use for their contact with you.