The database is based on a survey of 177,000 federal employees, with input from supervisors, managers and personnel professionals, he said. Thousands of job-seekers have used USA Staffing online. The server runs Microsoft Windows NT 4.0. And the software helps them develop assessment tools that meet the Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Process, he said. Users access the program via the Internet or through a LAN or WAN connection, OPM said.
Internet access requires nothing more than a PC and a browser.
The software also analyzes applicants' job qualifications, rating and ranking job seekers automatically. The software flags the records of veterans, who receive preferential treatment. The system maintains the records in a reader-friendly format that helps hiring staff to review applications, he said. Job seekers, who apply for positions by answering a questionnaire on the Web site, benefit as well, OPM said. Users can take advantage of multiple assessment options such as knowledge, skills and ability requirements.