Before anyone cries foul about today's topic I want to make something very clear. Since I became a recruiter back in 19xx (yes- I am getting older by the hour!), my policy has been to never submit a candidate's resume without their permission and to only submit for positions which appear reasonably suitable for said candidate.
Regrettably, I heard two stories today. One involved a candidate who is gainfully employed and told a recruiter she would not entertain temporary Job opportunities. The recruiter phoned her and pushed her to take a day off from work to go on the perfect interview. At the very beginning of the meeting, the hiring manager made it quite clear the job would be for a maximum of six weeks. The second situation was created by a recruiter who 'fixed up' a resume to get his candidate an interview for a job they were not qualified for. Many companies only allow you to apply once every 6-12 months so this placement firm seriously hindered the candidate's chances.
When contacting placement firms, make it clear you have final authority on where your resume will be sent. Should you feel uncomfortable with the response, do not release your resume! Also, ask for a copy of the resume the recruiter is submitting on your behalf. Feel free to contact me with questions, concerns, or stories to share.
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