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How can I search for keywords in resumes?

Search resumes by keyword in Wizehire to quickly filter applicants and find your most qualified candidates.

Tamalyn Holcomb avatar
Written by Tamalyn Holcomb
Updated over a week ago

At Wizehire, we know how important it is to find the most qualified candidates quickly and efficiently. That’s why you can search applicant resumes by keyword within each job posting.

💡 Resume keyword search helps you zero in on licenses, certifications, or experience mentioned in candidate resumes.

How to search by keyword

Step 1 — Open the Job Dashboard

  • Navigate to the specific job posting where you’d like to search through applicant resumes.


Step 2 — Use the Search Function

  • In the top left corner of the job dashboard, locate the Search bar.

  • Type in the keyword or phrase you want to search for (examples: Certified, Real Estate License, Manager).


Step 3 — View Filtered Results

  • The system filters the applicants and displays only those whose resumes contain your keyword.

  • Candidate order remains unchanged (newest to oldest).


Important Notes:

  • Keyword Search is Job-Specific: This feature only works within individual job dashboards, not across all jobs.

  • Resume Content: The search scans both plain text and rich text within resumes. Spelling must match exactly — partial words will not be recognized.


Feature

Keyword Search

Applicant Filters

Where it’s used

Inside a single job dashboard

Inside a single job dashboard

How it works

Matches exact words/phrases that appear in resumes

Filters based on screening questions - if answered (e.g., location, experience, answers)

Best for

Finding specific skills, licenses, or certifications mentioned in resumes

Narrowing applicants by required qualifications and screening questions

Example

Search for “CPA license”

Filter for “5+ years experience” or “Yes to required license”

💡 Use both together for the most effective candidate shortlist.


Common Questions

Can I search across all jobs at once?
No. The keyword search is available only inside individual job dashboards.

Does it recognize partial matches?
No. You must type the full word or phrase exactly as it appears in the resume.

What parts of the resume are searched?
Both plain text and rich text resume content are scanned for matches.

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