Job boards have become a mainstay of the American job search scene.  Many job boards receive as many as 2 million unique users each month and that number is rising.  Below are a few tips on how job seekers can increase their job board effectiveness and visibility:

1. Choose a few job boards.  Don’t scatter your efforts too much. Identify the job boards that offer the best positions in your field and then create a profile. And don’t overlook niche job boards specifically designed for your practice area.
2. Create a compelling resume title. When recruiters and employers search a job board, it’s the resume title that will prompt them to open a profile.  Use action words to describe your experience and emphasize what is unique about you.
3. Adjust your resume format.  Job board resumes should include lots of space, bullet points and should run no longer than 2 pages.  Make sure you include relevant keywords so that recruiters and employers can easily find you in a search.
4. Don’t let your resume and profile become buried. Many job boards list profiles based on when the user last updated it.  Make sure you update your profile at least once a week to remain at the top of the heap. 
5. Include contact information.  Don’t use an anonymous email address. Instead, create a professional email address specifically for your job search so that recruiters and employers can contact you. You may also want to include a Skype phone number that will protect your identity while offering a second contact option.