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- Local job listings are returning to Facebook.
- You will find vacancies through a dedicated tab in the Marketplace.
- Job seekers can filter and sort listings to narrow their search.
If you’re looking for a job, you’re probably getting distracted by social media. However, thanks to the return of the old feature, you may actually find your next job. Through Facebook.
Starting Monday, local job listings are returning to Facebook, Meta Said in a blog post,
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This feature was present on the platform for some time, but has been missing for several years. When it existed, Facebook’s Job Marketplace was a popular option for those looking for work. When it started, recruiters listed More than 1.7 million jobs On site.
Facebook said you can now connect with local businesses to find entry-level, business and service industry job opportunities near you. Job listings on Facebook are public and visible to all adults ages 18 and older. A Policy page on company site Lists several categories of jobs that are not permitted, such as adult or drug-related services or products, those that discriminate against applicants based on any protected characteristics, and multilevel marketing.
How to Find Local Jobs on Facebook
This feature wasn’t rolling out for me yet, but Facebook said it was rolling out.
To view local job listings, tap the “Jobs” tab in the Marketplace. Job listings will also appear on local and career-focused groups, and Pages can share posts directly to their Page. You can filter and sort jobs by category, distance and job type. The more you search, the more Facebook will highlight relevant opportunities based on your browsing history.
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Job seekers can connect directly with employers through Messenger to ask questions, schedule interviews, or learn more about potential employers by visiting their Facebook page. Companies are not required to pay to list job openings.
Facebook didn’t clarify what was the reason behind the return of this feature, or why it was removed in the first place, but I’ve reached out to see if they have any further details.
