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SmartSearch ATS

Overview

What is SmartSearch ATS?

SmartSearch is a web-based talent acquisition and staffing management software. Features include job posting to job boards and social media outlets, resume parsing, and automated workflow. SmartSearch advertises robust customer service and implementation assistance.

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Intuitive User Interface: Many users have found SmartSearch's user interface to be intuitive and easy to navigate, making it simple to …
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SmartSearch RULES!!

10 out of 10
October 19, 2020
SmartSearch is used across the entire organization. We use it as a sales/new business/client development tool and also as our candidate …
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Great ATS!

7 out of 10
May 10, 2018
Incentivized
We use SmartSearch as an applicant tracking system. SmartSearch also pushes out our job postings to multiple websites, including …
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SmartSearch ATS is SMART!

10 out of 10
September 30, 2015
SmartSearch ATS is being used in my company both as an Applicant Tracking System for my RecruiterGuy.com contract recruiter/consulting …
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Popular Features

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  • Company Website Posting (17)
    3.0
    30%
  • Job Requisition Management (17)
    3.0
    30%
  • Resume Management (17)
    1.0
    10%
  • Job Search Site Posting (17)
    1.0
    10%
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What is SmartSearch ATS?

SmartSearch is a web-based talent acquisition and staffing management software. Features include job posting to job boards and social media outlets, resume parsing, and automated workflow. SmartSearch advertises robust customer service and implementation assistance.

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Features

Recruiting / ATS

Recruiting or Applicant Tracking Software is software used to manage the recruitment process electronically by handling job postings, applicant status, resume management, etc.

3.4
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Product Details

What is SmartSearch ATS?

SmartSearch is the flagship web-based talent acquisition and staffing management software from Advanced Personnel Systems Inc, that, while not as broadly used as some other software suites, is capable of delivering all of the features and capabilities (e.g. integration with outside services like Outlook, direct posting to job boards and sourcing via social networks, data/resume parsing and rich automation features) expected of applicant tracking systems. Live support representatives are available 24/7. Also, Advanced Personnel Systems offers a live, personalized demonstration of the software for those interested, as well as full "concierge" service throughout the implementation process.

SmartSearch ATS Features

Recruiting / ATS Features

  • Supported: Job Requisition Management
  • Supported: Company Website Posting
  • Supported: Publish to Social Media
  • Supported: Job Search Site Posting
  • Supported: Customized Application Form
  • Supported: Resume Management
  • Supported: Duplicate Candidate Prevention
  • Supported: Candidate Search
  • Supported: Applicant Tracking
  • Supported: Collaboration
  • Supported: Task Creation and Delegation
  • Supported: Email Templates
  • Supported: User Permissions
  • Supported: Notifications and Alerts
  • Supported: Reporting

SmartSearch ATS Technical Details

Deployment TypesSoftware as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationApple iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Blackberry, Mobile Web

Frequently Asked Questions

SmartSearch is a web-based talent acquisition and staffing management software. Features include job posting to job boards and social media outlets, resume parsing, and automated workflow. SmartSearch advertises robust customer service and implementation assistance.

Bullhorn ATS & CRM, JobDiva, and iCIMS Talent Cloud are common alternatives for SmartSearch ATS.

Reviewers rate Duplicate Candidate Prevention highest, with a score of 10.

The most common users of SmartSearch ATS are from Mid-sized Companies (51-1,000 employees).
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Reviews and Ratings

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Community Insights

TrustRadius Insights are summaries of user sentiment data from TrustRadius reviews and, when necessary, 3rd-party data sources. Have feedback on this content? Let us know!

Intuitive User Interface: Many users have found SmartSearch's user interface to be intuitive and easy to navigate, making it simple to perform tasks such as building organizational charts and searching for specific locations or employees. This positive sentiment suggests that a significant number of reviewers appreciate the user-friendly design of the software.

Helpful Customer Support: Several users have praised SmartSearch's customer support team for being helpful and reliable. They have highlighted positive interactions with the staff, noting their knowledge and long-term experience in the industry. This indicates that the customer support provided by SmartSearch is highly valued by a considerable number of customers.

Efficiency-Boosting Features: Numerous reviewers have expressed satisfaction with SmartSearch's automated tasks, customizable reporting analytics, and search functions. These features are highly beneficial in streamlining processes, increasing efficiency, and saving time for users. The positive feedback suggests that many users find these functionalities valuable in optimizing their workflow within the software.

  1. Limited Export Options: Some users have found the export options in SmartSearch ATS to be limited, causing formatting issues when exporting jobs to platforms like Monster or Careerbuilder.

  2. User Interface and Ease of Use: Several reviewers have mentioned that while the user interfaces have improved, there is still room for ease of use improvements. The software can feel overwhelming due to the many functions and uses available, and some users have noted that certain features are unintuitive and challenging to learn.

  3. Technical Support Issues: Users have expressed frustration with spotty and delayed technical support from SmartSearch. This has caused difficulties when experiencing bugs, glitches, or other technical issues, as timely resolution is not always guaranteed.

Users frequently recommend SmartSearch for its versatility and ease of use. They appreciate that it is easy to navigate for new users and continues to improve without becoming clunky. The platform is praised for its simplicity, making it suitable for users who don't want a technical ATS. Additionally, SmartSearch is often recommended as a candidate tracking platform for Staffing and Recruiting firms. However, some users do note that finding tools and features can be difficult, suggesting that the platform may not be very user-friendly for beginners. Users also suggest that SmartSearch should improve troubleshooting and provide quicker technical support.

Attribute Ratings

Reviews

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Score 6 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Recruiting / ATS (15)
30.666666666666668%
3.1
Job Requisition Management
30%
3.0
Company Website Posting
30%
3.0
Publish to Social Media
10%
1.0
Job Search Site Posting
10%
1.0
Customized Application Form
90%
9.0
Resume Management
10%
1.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
100%
10.0
Candidate Search
30%
3.0
Applicant Tracking
30%
3.0
Collaboration
10%
1.0
Task Creation and Delegation
10%
1.0
Email Templates
10%
1.0
User Permissions
10%
1.0
Notifications and Alerts
N/A
N/A
Reporting
80%
8.0
October 19, 2020

SmartSearch RULES!!

David Burchette | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Recruiting / ATS (15)
100%
10.0
Job Requisition Management
100%
10.0
Company Website Posting
100%
10.0
Publish to Social Media
100%
10.0
Job Search Site Posting
100%
10.0
Customized Application Form
100%
10.0
Resume Management
100%
10.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
100%
10.0
Candidate Search
100%
10.0
Applicant Tracking
100%
10.0
Collaboration
100%
10.0
Task Creation and Delegation
100%
10.0
Email Templates
100%
10.0
User Permissions
100%
10.0
Notifications and Alerts
100%
10.0
Reporting
100%
10.0
EJ Meier | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Recruiting / ATS (15)
60.666666666666664%
6.1
Job Requisition Management
90%
9.0
Company Website Posting
80%
8.0
Publish to Social Media
90%
9.0
Job Search Site Posting
90%
9.0
Customized Application Form
80%
8.0
Resume Management
90%
9.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
N/A
N/A
Candidate Search
80%
8.0
Applicant Tracking
80%
8.0
Collaboration
N/A
N/A
Task Creation and Delegation
N/A
N/A
Email Templates
70%
7.0
User Permissions
90%
9.0
Notifications and Alerts
N/A
N/A
Reporting
70%
7.0
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Recruiting / ATS (15)
68%
6.8
Job Requisition Management
80%
8.0
Company Website Posting
80%
8.0
Publish to Social Media
N/A
N/A
Job Search Site Posting
80%
8.0
Customized Application Form
90%
9.0
Resume Management
90%
9.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
60%
6.0
Candidate Search
60%
6.0
Applicant Tracking
70%
7.0
Collaboration
70%
7.0
Task Creation and Delegation
50%
5.0
Email Templates
70%
7.0
User Permissions
80%
8.0
Notifications and Alerts
90%
9.0
Reporting
50%
5.0
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Recruiting / ATS (15)
98%
9.8
Job Requisition Management
90%
9.0
Company Website Posting
100%
10.0
Publish to Social Media
100%
10.0
Job Search Site Posting
100%
10.0
Customized Application Form
100%
10.0
Resume Management
100%
10.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
100%
10.0
Candidate Search
100%
10.0
Applicant Tracking
100%
10.0
Collaboration
100%
10.0
Task Creation and Delegation
100%
10.0
Email Templates
100%
10.0
User Permissions
100%
10.0
Notifications and Alerts
100%
10.0
Reporting
80%
8.0
Travis Medley | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Recruiting / ATS (15)
98%
9.8
Job Requisition Management
100%
10.0
Company Website Posting
100%
10.0
Publish to Social Media
100%
10.0
Job Search Site Posting
100%
10.0
Customized Application Form
80%
8.0
Resume Management
100%
10.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
100%
10.0
Candidate Search
100%
10.0
Applicant Tracking
100%
10.0
Collaboration
100%
10.0
Task Creation and Delegation
90%
9.0
Email Templates
100%
10.0
User Permissions
100%
10.0
Notifications and Alerts
100%
10.0
Reporting
100%
10.0
Score 1 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Recruiting / ATS (15)
26.666666666666664%
2.7
Job Requisition Management
50%
5.0
Company Website Posting
60%
6.0
Publish to Social Media
10%
1.0
Job Search Site Posting
10%
1.0
Customized Application Form
10%
1.0
Resume Management
60%
6.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
10%
1.0
Candidate Search
10%
1.0
Applicant Tracking
70%
7.0
Collaboration
N/A
N/A
Task Creation and Delegation
10%
1.0
Email Templates
70%
7.0
User Permissions
10%
1.0
Notifications and Alerts
10%
1.0
Reporting
10%
1.0
May 10, 2018

Great ATS!

Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Recruiting / ATS (15)
44%
4.4
Job Requisition Management
80%
8.0
Company Website Posting
90%
9.0
Publish to Social Media
N/A
N/A
Job Search Site Posting
90%
9.0
Customized Application Form
N/A
N/A
Resume Management
90%
9.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
100%
10.0
Candidate Search
90%
9.0
Applicant Tracking
90%
9.0
Collaboration
30%
3.0
Task Creation and Delegation
N/A
N/A
Email Templates
N/A
N/A
User Permissions
N/A
N/A
Notifications and Alerts
N/A
N/A
Reporting
N/A
N/A
Meg White | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Recruiting / ATS (15)
93.33333333333334%
9.3
Job Requisition Management
100%
10.0
Company Website Posting
100%
10.0
Publish to Social Media
N/A
N/A
Job Search Site Posting
100%
10.0
Customized Application Form
100%
10.0
Resume Management
100%
10.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
100%
10.0
Candidate Search
100%
10.0
Applicant Tracking
100%
10.0
Collaboration
100%
10.0
Task Creation and Delegation
100%
10.0
Email Templates
100%
10.0
User Permissions
100%
10.0
Notifications and Alerts
100%
10.0
Reporting
100%
10.0
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Recruiting / ATS (15)
82%
8.2
Job Requisition Management
90%
9.0
Company Website Posting
70%
7.0
Publish to Social Media
70%
7.0
Job Search Site Posting
80%
8.0
Customized Application Form
80%
8.0
Resume Management
80%
8.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
80%
8.0
Candidate Search
80%
8.0
Applicant Tracking
90%
9.0
Collaboration
70%
7.0
Task Creation and Delegation
80%
8.0
Email Templates
90%
9.0
User Permissions
90%
9.0
Notifications and Alerts
90%
9.0
Reporting
90%
9.0
September 30, 2015

SmartSearch ATS is SMART!

Bill Humbert | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Recruiting / ATS (15)
94.66666666666667%
9.5
Job Requisition Management
100%
10.0
Company Website Posting
100%
10.0
Publish to Social Media
100%
10.0
Job Search Site Posting
100%
10.0
Customized Application Form
80%
8.0
Resume Management
100%
10.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
100%
10.0
Candidate Search
100%
10.0
Applicant Tracking
100%
10.0
Collaboration
100%
10.0
Task Creation and Delegation
80%
8.0
Email Templates
80%
8.0
User Permissions
100%
10.0
Notifications and Alerts
100%
10.0
Reporting
80%
8.0
April 10, 2015

review

Danielle DiPaola | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Recruiting / ATS (15)
75.33333333333333%
7.5
Job Requisition Management
80%
8.0
Company Website Posting
90%
9.0
Publish to Social Media
90%
9.0
Job Search Site Posting
90%
9.0
Customized Application Form
60%
6.0
Resume Management
90%
9.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
80%
8.0
Candidate Search
90%
9.0
Applicant Tracking
90%
9.0
Collaboration
70%
7.0
Task Creation and Delegation
60%
6.0
Email Templates
90%
9.0
User Permissions
60%
6.0
Notifications and Alerts
50%
5.0
Reporting
40%
4.0
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Recruiting / ATS (15)
72.66666666666667%
7.3
Job Requisition Management
80%
8.0
Company Website Posting
90%
9.0
Publish to Social Media
70%
7.0
Job Search Site Posting
90%
9.0
Customized Application Form
60%
6.0
Resume Management
80%
8.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
50%
5.0
Candidate Search
70%
7.0
Applicant Tracking
70%
7.0
Collaboration
70%
7.0
Task Creation and Delegation
60%
6.0
Email Templates
80%
8.0
User Permissions
80%
8.0
Notifications and Alerts
60%
6.0
Reporting
80%
8.0
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Recruiting / ATS (15)
72.66666666666667%
7.3
Job Requisition Management
90%
9.0
Company Website Posting
80%
8.0
Publish to Social Media
50%
5.0
Job Search Site Posting
70%
7.0
Customized Application Form
70%
7.0
Resume Management
90%
9.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
30%
3.0
Candidate Search
80%
8.0
Applicant Tracking
90%
9.0
Collaboration
70%
7.0
Task Creation and Delegation
60%
6.0
Email Templates
90%
9.0
User Permissions
90%
9.0
Notifications and Alerts
50%
5.0
Reporting
80%
8.0
February 21, 2015

SmartSearch Review

Maria Fleischmann | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Recruiting / ATS (15)
87.33333333333333%
8.7
Job Requisition Management
90%
9.0
Company Website Posting
70%
7.0
Publish to Social Media
80%
8.0
Job Search Site Posting
60%
6.0
Customized Application Form
80%
8.0
Resume Management
100%
10.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
90%
9.0
Candidate Search
90%
9.0
Applicant Tracking
100%
10.0
Collaboration
80%
8.0
Task Creation and Delegation
90%
9.0
Email Templates
100%
10.0
User Permissions
100%
10.0
Notifications and Alerts
80%
8.0
Reporting
100%
10.0
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Recruiting / ATS (15)
67.33333333333333%
6.7
Job Requisition Management
80%
8.0
Company Website Posting
70%
7.0
Publish to Social Media
60%
6.0
Job Search Site Posting
70%
7.0
Customized Application Form
70%
7.0
Resume Management
80%
8.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
70%
7.0
Candidate Search
80%
8.0
Applicant Tracking
60%
6.0
Collaboration
60%
6.0
Task Creation and Delegation
70%
7.0
Email Templates
60%
6.0
User Permissions
70%
7.0
Notifications and Alerts
70%
7.0
Reporting
40%
4.0
February 18, 2015

It does the job....

Alexis Kruse | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 3 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Recruiting / ATS (15)
30.666666666666668%
3.1
Job Requisition Management
20%
2.0
Company Website Posting
100%
10.0
Publish to Social Media
N/A
N/A
Job Search Site Posting
50%
5.0
Customized Application Form
30%
3.0
Resume Management
30%
3.0
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
20%
2.0
Candidate Search
10%
1.0
Applicant Tracking
50%
5.0
Collaboration
10%
1.0
Task Creation and Delegation
N/A
N/A
Email Templates
80%
8.0
User Permissions
50%
5.0
Notifications and Alerts
N/A
N/A
Reporting
10%
1.0
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