Some call it magic - we just call it great software. The Applicant Portal is where the rubber meets the road. You have customized the colors, questions, and functions. Now it is time to get the applications rolling in.
Applying for a position with your new Portal takes just four steps:
1. Create an account ID and password
2. Answer questions
3. Post for open positions
4. Check back for new openings
The Portal is appropriate for all positions throughout the district.
Throughout each section of questions, applicants are given constant feedback about progress. Whether it is a green checkmark signifying all questions have been answered for a particular topic, or a flashing "X" to show required answers that are missing, applicants know at each step whether there are problems with their submission.
Since an applicant cannot post for positions until all "required" questions have been answered, the Portal adds an explanation as to why the "post for positions" button is unavailable.
If an applicant does not know his/her knowledge assessment score, the Portal warns that HQT analysis may return a false negative.
The K12personnel twenty-four hour Help Desk offers a complete list of frequently asked questions. If the applicant's needs are not met, a click of the mouse opens a form to request help from K12personnel technicians.
How much trouble do applicants have using the Portal? In all of calendar year 2006, the Help Desk received only 37 help requests. With thousands and thousands of applicants processed, you be the judge.