CANDIDATE FAQ'S

How long is candidate information kept in the databank?

I am always reluctant to put my personal information on the Internet. If I am not looking for a racing job right now, why not wait to register until I am?

How can I be sure listing my resume on JobsInMotorsports.com and purchasing the Resume Forwarding service is a sound decision?

Although there are no guarantees you will get a job, each of the employers listed in the employer groups has chosen to participate in this service and use it because it is valuable to them. There are three reasons why:

1. This resume databank is specific to racing jobs. All the candidates who list their resumes here either have motorsports experience or a strong desire to work in the field.
2. The services are free to the employer. Typically, employers have to pay to search resume databanks or place a job listing. Needless to say, they will look to the free service first.
3. The services are uniquely structured for their convenience. The Resume Forwarding system puts the information they need at their fingertips on their own computer where it is much faster to access, easier to read through and print out.

Will employers see my resume if I enter it but don't forward it?

Employers can search the entire database, including resumes that have not been forwarded to their employer group, by going on line. So yes, your resume is available to them.

However, because it is so convenient, employers will very likely search the forwarded emails that are stored on their computer first. If they find good prospects there, they may not bother searching the online database. Resume Forwarding is priced very reasonably. To be sure you give yourself the best opportunity to get the racing job you want, we recommend you use Resume Forwarding to send your resume to the employer groups you are most qualified for.

How long is candidate information kept in the databank?

Your resume is available to employers for as long as you are registered. Registration is good for one year. The first year's registration is free (18 months if you register with an Agent Code).

We have chosen a one year registration period in order to retain resumes for a full year because motorsports hiring is largely cyclical based on the racing seasons of each series. This ensures that candidates and employers have a fair chance of connecting with each other during the peak-hiring season while still ensuring the information is reasonably current. It is your responsibility to keep your resume and contact information current.

If you let your registration lapse, your resume will still be there. All you need to do is reregister to make your resume available again.

How often should I forward my resume to employers?

There are a number of factors to consider in this decision. First, motorsports hiring is seasonal. Most of the hiring is done during the off-season, generally over the winter months. Second, we recommend to employers that they keep the resume emails for at least one year (they don't take up much space, so why not?).

If it has been less than one year since you used the Resume Forwarding service and the off-season hasn't gone by yet, be patient. There really is no purpose in forwarding your resume again. If it has been over one year then it is possible the employers have deleted your resume and you might consider using Resume forwarding again.

Of course, when you have made changes to your resume that demonstrate valuable new skills and experience or your contact information has changed then it is certainly a good idea to use Resume Forwarding again. You want to present yourself in the best light you can and be sure employers can reach you.

I forwarded my resume but have not heard from anyone. Shouldn't I have gotten a reply or heard by now?

You probably can not expect to hear back from employers when you forward your resume to them. Some might have the courtesy and the technical knowledge to generate an automatic reply, but most will simply file your resume email in a mailbox within their email program. We are all busy and people in the motorsports industry are busier than most.

When an employer has a position to fill, they will search the emails in that mailbox for keywords that define the person they are looking for. Whether your email comes up in that search will depend on whether your information contains the key words they are searching for. Obviously, it is very important that you include the appropriate words and phrases in your resume. As you fill in your resume you will find several lists to select terminology from. These same lists are provided to the employers so that they search for the same terms that you use in your resume. This should make your chances of being found better and their chances of finding the right people better.

Of course, even if your resume does come up in their search, there may be more qualified people found at the same time. In addition to offering suggestions on how to create the best resume, we also offer more general suggestions on things you can do to improve your opportunities to advance in your motorsports career. Visit our Advancing Your Motorsports Career page for these suggestions.

How do I use the Resume Forwarding and Job Application services?

Once registered, you will be able to log on and go to our Candidates' Resources page. On that page you will find a link to purchase Resume Forwarding to groups and another to purchase a subscription to the Job Applications service. Resume Forwarding enables you to send your resume to all the employers in a group at one time. Job Application Service notifies you of posted jobs and enables you to send your resume to the specific jobs that interest you.

With both services, you will be able to select which groups you want to forward your resume to or apply for jobs in.

How does the Anonymous Forwarding Service work and when should I use it?

Candidates have the option of Anonymous Resume Forwarding. This service essentially hides your name, the name of your employer and your contact information. That information will not be included when your resume is forwarded. The only identification of you they will have will be your Candidate ID.

Employers will only be able to contact you by logging onto JobsInMotorsports.com and filling in an email form indicating your Candidate ID. Their email will be sent to the email address you listed. You remain anonymous unless you choose to respond.

Why would you choose Anonymous Forwarding Service? You might, for example, want to ensure that your current employer does not discover that they are "testing the waters". Perhaps, you simply want to maintain your privacy. Or, you may just want the opportunity to be choosy.

What will I find on the Motorsports Job Postings page?

All job listings will list alphabetically by job titles and employer group on one page so you can search the page easily. Each listing will contain the following information:


Job Title
Employer Name
About Employer (Employer's description of their organization)
Type Employer (employer group)
Job Description
Qualifications/Experience Required
Location


You can apply for the position, forwarding your resume to the employer listing that job by subscribing to the Job Applications Service for that group right from the job details page. For more information on this service, see our Resume Forwarding FAQ page