Frequently Asked Questions

Please note...if you are using an email account with a service that blocks spam and you want to receive email alerts when new jobs are posted (Job Agents), you must allow HoustonJOBS.com to be in your allow list.  We can not manually respond to the request sent out by the service because of the magnitude of users using our service.  Thanks!

Q: How do I set up an account on HoustonJOBS.com?

A: Click on either "Post Resume" near the top of the page or "Register Here" under the Job Seekers area on the front page.  Fill out the form and select your own username and password.  Completing this form will create an account for you.

Q: How do I select several locations in a drop down menu field?

A: When selecting addition items in a drop down menu, hold down your "Ctrl" key (Control) when clicking on the item(s). This allows you to select more than one.

Q: How do I copy and paste my resume into your form.

A: A fast way to cut and paste your resume is using the "Ctrl + "C" key combination to copy and the "Ctrl" + "V" to paste. Simply Highlight the text you want to copy with your mouse. This trick is great when building your resume.

The best way to do it is to already have your resume in WORD .doc format.  This you can upload as long as it is 40k in size or smaller.  THEN, in the space provided for the Cover letter and the Resume, type in "Please see downloadable resume".  Since something is required in these two fields, direct them to your resume that you uploaded. 

If your resume is too big, cut it down to fit our size requirements and put at the end..."A more detailed resume is available if you would like me to email it to you."

Q: What are the Job Search Agents for?

A: The Job search Agent settings can be adjusted by you to provide you with an email alert when a new job is posted meeting your criteria.  Do not be too general or you will be getting emails all day long that may not match your needs.

Q: I keep getting an error message that I timed out.  Why does this happen and how do I fix it?

A: This is caused by a broken Java script in your browser that you picked up at another site.  It can time you out and keep you from filling out forms correctly.  The fix is easy.

Click on Tools >> Internet Options >> Clear History and Temporary Internet Files

By clearing both your history and Temp Internet files, it gets rid of the problem.  Now, close your browser and open it back up.  The problem should be fixed.

Q: How do I delete my account when I am employed?

A: Just log in and select "Delete Account".