Radius search is a feature that allows you to locate candidates within a specific distance from a desired address. This tool is particularly valuable when the search area is crucial to your hiring process. Before leveraging radius search, ensure you have enabled this functionality in your company's preferences.
Radius Search is only available on select plans. Please speak to your Customer Success Specialist for more details
How do I Enable Radius Search?
To enable radius search, you will need to adjust your company preferences. This involves navigating to the appropriate settings and turning on the functionality. Follow the steps below to make this change.
Access Company Preferences
Go to the Company section, then select Profile, followed by Preferences to access your company's settings.
Enable Radius Search
Locate the radius search functionality within the preferences and toggle it on to enable the feature.
Allow Time for Processing
Be aware that if you have a large number of applications, it may take some time for the system to process the addresses before radius search can function correctly. Allow up to 24 hours for complete processing.
Once radius search is enabled, you can begin using it to refine your candidate search. This will enhance your ability to find suitable candidates in specific locations.
How do I Use Radius Search?
After enabling radius search, you can easily locate candidates by applying it on either the All Candidates page or the Job page. The process is straightforward and involves entering the necessary details about the desired location and distance.
Click the Radius Button
Navigate to the All Candidates page or the Job page and click on the radius search button.
Enter Address and Radius
Type in the specific address you are targeting and specify a search radius (e.g., 10 miles) to initiate the search.
View Results
Review the list of candidates displayed, which are all within the specified distance from the address you provided.
Using radius search effectively can significantly enhance your candidate search, ensuring you find individuals located near your specified address.
FAQs and Troubleshooting
How accurate is the radius search functionality?
The accuracy of radius search is generally high, but it relies on the quality of the address information provided by candidates. Ensure that the addresses in the database are correct to get the best results.
Can I search for a specific State, Province, or Country?
Radius search is designed to work within a specified distance from a single address. As such you might not have the best results if only searching for a state or country. For broader searches, consider using different filters available in the system.
