Facebook Brings Back Job Listings: How To Find Local Opportunities
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has reintroduced its job listings feature, allowing users to explore local employment opportunities more easily. Originally launched in 2017, the feature was discontinued within five years, but it has now returned, focusing mainly on entry-level, service, and trade jobs .
Where to Find Job Listings
The job listings can be accessed through a dedicated tab within Facebook's Marketplace section. Additionally, relevant listings may appear in specific groups across the platform. Business pages can also post job vacancies directly. The feature is available for users aged 18 and above who comply with Facebook’s community standards.
Jobs That Are Excluded
Despite covering a wide range of job sectors, some categories are deliberately excluded. Adult services, drug-related work, and in-person childcare roles are not listed, even though groups exist for helping find local nannies.
Past Rollout of Job Listings
Facebook first introduced job listings in the US and Canada in 2017 and expanded the feature to over 40 countries by 2018. By 2022, the service was scaled back to the US and Canada and eventually discontinued in 2023.
Previous Misuse and Policy Updates
The earlier version faced criticism when some organisations misused it to exclude certain groups based on gender or religion from seeing job ads. The new feature follows Facebook’s anti-discrimination policies to ensure fair access for all users.
Why It Matters
This reintroduced job feature allows users to find employment opportunities quickly and safely, directly through the platform they already use. Local businesses also benefit, as they can reach a broader audience for their vacancies without relying on external job portals.
Currently, the job listings feature is live in the US and is expected to expand gradually. With this move, Facebook aims to combine social networking with practical tools for work, making it easier for users to connect with employers nearby.
Where to Find Job Listings
The job listings can be accessed through a dedicated tab within Facebook's Marketplace section. Additionally, relevant listings may appear in specific groups across the platform. Business pages can also post job vacancies directly. The feature is available for users aged 18 and above who comply with Facebook’s community standards.
Jobs That Are Excluded
Despite covering a wide range of job sectors, some categories are deliberately excluded. Adult services, drug-related work, and in-person childcare roles are not listed, even though groups exist for helping find local nannies.
Past Rollout of Job Listings
Facebook first introduced job listings in the US and Canada in 2017 and expanded the feature to over 40 countries by 2018. By 2022, the service was scaled back to the US and Canada and eventually discontinued in 2023.
Previous Misuse and Policy Updates
The earlier version faced criticism when some organisations misused it to exclude certain groups based on gender or religion from seeing job ads. The new feature follows Facebook’s anti-discrimination policies to ensure fair access for all users.
Why It Matters
This reintroduced job feature allows users to find employment opportunities quickly and safely, directly through the platform they already use. Local businesses also benefit, as they can reach a broader audience for their vacancies without relying on external job portals.
Currently, the job listings feature is live in the US and is expected to expand gradually. With this move, Facebook aims to combine social networking with practical tools for work, making it easier for users to connect with employers nearby.
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