How to View a Candidate's Application
Access complete candidate profiles and applications through BerniePortal's intuitive interface. Review qualifications, responses, and documentation all in one centralized location for efficient hiring decisions.
To access:
- Log in to BerniePortal as the employer or a Recruiting feature administrator
- Select “Recruiting” in the top navigation menu
- Locate candidates using either method:
- Job-Specific View: Select the relevant job from "Job List" to see all applicants for that position
- All Candidates View: Access the "Candidates" menu to see applicants across all jobs
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To review a candidate’s application:
- Select the candidate’s name to open their Candidate profile and view their application(s)
- Applications include:
- Hiring Stages- visual progress indicator showing where the candidate stands in your process
- Click numbered stage markers to advance candidates through your hiring pipeline
- Visual progression tracking keeps everyone aligned on candidate status
- Contact information & demographics- Complete candidate information for easy reference
- Custom responses- Answers to all application questions you've configured
- Document library- Uploaded résumés, cover letters, and additional materials
- For Multi-Job Applicants: When candidates apply to multiple positions, easily switch between applications using the left-hand menu within their profile—no need to navigate away or lose context
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