Applicant Details
Contact information, legal name, DOB, and preferred communication channels to enable clear follow-up and identity verification.
A well-structured application reduces onboarding friction, limits data errors, and documents applicant consent for checks and data retention. It helps employers meet compliance obligations and provides consistent records for hiring decisions.
Typical participants include applicants completing the form, HR or recruiting staff reviewing entries, and hiring managers validating qualifications before interviews.
Roles vary by organization size: small teams may have hiring managers do the full review, while larger employers route applications through HR for compliance checks and record retention.
Contact information, legal name, DOB, and preferred communication channels to enable clear follow-up and identity verification.
Desired role, availability (dates/times), location preferences, and whether the applicant accepts temporary or project-based assignments.
Recent employers, job titles, dates of employment, and concise reason for leaving to support reference and background checks.
Schools attended, degrees, licensing numbers, and expiration dates for credentials relevant to the position.
Consent for background checks, drug testing, and verification of past employment; must be explicit and dated.
At-will employment, conflict-of-interest disclosures, and a signature line acknowledging truthfulness and consent to terms.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Email link or SMS code; stronger options for sensitive roles |
| Required Attachments | Resume and ID upload enforced before submission |
| Auto-Routing | Send to HR then hiring manager in sequence |
| Retention Tag | Apply document type and retention policy automatically |
Confirm the platform supports secure upload, eSignature, and storage before accepting electronic Job TDP Applications.
Ensure the chosen system meets your privacy rules and compliance requirements, and that staff are trained on the submission workflow and storage policies.
Jan 31 each year
Jan 31 to recipients and IRS
April 15 (Form 1040 deadline)
3 years after hire or 1 year after termination, whichever is later
April 15 (auto-extension to Oct 15)
| Document Type | Notarization Required | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| Job TDP Application | candidate intake for temporary/project roles | |
| Offer Letter | records offer terms and start dates | |
| Employment Contract | sometimes | sets ongoing employment terms |
| Independent Contractor Form | sometimes | clarifies contractor status and payment terms |
Optica simplified candidate intake with an online form and saved review time.
Martin Properties moved temporary-hire intake online to manage seasonal demand.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies | Varies | Varies |