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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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  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services

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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
Avg 8.0
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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.

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