Job Application Automation Workflow
Use this as your operating procedure for applying to jobs and tracking activity. Follow each step carefully and mark the spreadsheet row after applying.
1. Search & Identify
- Run saved search for role + location (e.g., "Operations Coordinator Birmingham, AL").
- Open posting and copy the job title and top 3 required skills to your clipboard.
- Decide which resume version (A–D) matches best.
2. Prepare Submission
- Open the matching resume HTML/DOCX/PDF. Convert to PDF if required by the site.
- Open the relevant application script (A1–A6) and paste into the application text field or cover letter box.
- Customize one sentence: add company name and one quick proof point (e.g., "I reduced repeat visits by improving diagnostic steps").
3. Submit Application
- Complete the application fields and attach PDF/DOCX as requested.
- Paste ATS-friendly plain-text resume if the site has single-field resume input.
- Click Apply and copy the confirmation link or page to your clipboard.
4. Record & Follow Up
- Open your tracker spreadsheet and add a new row with Date Applied, Job Title, Company, City/State, Job Link, Resume Version, Script Used, Status=Applied, Follow-Up Date (Date+7–10 days), Notes.
- Set a calendar reminder for Follow-Up Date.
5. Follow-Up Template
Use this template for email follow-up after 7–10 days:
Subject: Follow-up — [Job Title] application
Hello [Hiring Manager Name],
I applied for the [Job Title] position on [Date]. I’m still very interested and wanted to check if you need any additional information from me. I bring experience in [1-line proof point relevant to the job].
Thank you for your time,
Franklin Selvage
Phone: 678-409-8820
File: job-application-workflow.html