This allows you to create an automatic reply, which is a timesaver as well as a prompt way to alert candidates that you received their resumes and to give them a sense of the process going forward. If resumes are going to be e-mailed to the point person or recruiter, he or she may want to set up a special email address just for this position (e.g., ).
Creating a system for reviewing resumes will help you improve your chances of including the most relevant candidates in your interview pool, including those hidden gems. Many hiring organizations fear that a gem may be overlooked in the process. Each applicant has a different set of experiences and skills deciding which ones best match the responsibilities and requirements of the position is challenging. This step of the hiring process is one of the most difficult. Post your jobs on Bridgespan's Nonprofit Job Board and find great candidates for your organization.