Applying for Jobs and the Information Record

What is an Information Record?
An Information Record is similar to an application in that it gathers all your personal information & career history including military, work history, education and job training certifications. The Information Record will often request you to answer job specific questions to help the employer have a better understanding of which of your skills match to the position. The Information Record will be used to apply for jobs through the Workforce Alliance website and also to match your skill set to future job openings in which you will be notified if a match becomes available.

Will I have to start a new Information Record each time I apply for a job opening?
Your Information Record will be saved each time you apply for a job. By using your log in information you will bring up your most recently saved information.

How do I apply for jobs on your website?
View the Current Openings Page to apply for jobs that may be of interest to you. Click Here for a quick link to the Current Openings Page. If there are no jobs that match your skill set, we do have an option for you to fill out an Information Record and you can be notified when other jobs become available.

How long will my Information Record remain active?
Your information will remain in the database and remain active as long as you desire.

Is there any information you can provide to assist me in completing an effective Information Record?
For assistance in completing an Information Record, you may want to refer to your resume, if available, for previous employment dates, education history and specific job training you’ve achieved through the years of employment.  Provide as much detailed information as possible. The use of correct punctuation and spelling is very important. Please be very thorough when completing all information as a timeline will be created to summarize your career.

Do I have to complete an Information Record or can I just e-mail my resume to be considered?
To be considered for a job posted on the website, you must complete the process as instructed.  In most cases you must complete and submit an Information Record. However, some jobs may just request to upload a resume.

Can I submit a resume in addition to my Information Record?
While we believe a good resume can tell a lot about you, in order to consistently and fairly evaluate all candidates, most jobs will require the completion of the Information Record.  Since the Information Record is very thorough and should cover all aspects of your background it will not be necessary to submit a resume in addition to the Information Record.

Upon completing an Information Record for a specific job, will I be considered for other positions available on your site?
You will not automatically be considered for other positions. If you are interested in another position that is posted on the website, you will have to apply for each position individually in order to be considered.

Will I be notified of future openings available on your site?
You will be notified of future job openings, specifically those that match your profile and interests.  These opportunities will be sent to you by e-mail.

After applying for a job, is there a way for me to track the progress of the job?
Each employer will have a different timeline and process. Any information the employer wishes to share can be viewed by visiting your My Page or the Job Status Page.

How long can I expect the job to be posted?
The duration of all job postings will vary. Please pay close attention to the deadline.

Upon completing the Information Record, should I always receive a Confirmation Page?
You should always receive a Confirmation Page if your Information Record has been submitted properly. If you do not receive the Confirmation Page, you should contact us.

Will there be a confirmation number on the Confirmation Page?
A confirmation number will not be included on this page.

I’m experiencing problems with the Information Record or website, how can I get help?
Contact us by e-mail at: jobs@workforcealliance.com or by phone: 504-465-0000 ext. 0 between our normal business hours from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm central time.  There is also a HELP option included in the Information Record.