Employers FAQ

Tips and frequently asked questions for employers. In addition to the notes below, you may also want to check out the general usage rules and term of service for this site.

Tips for using this site

NPO.net's primary focus is to help you find the people with the skills, attitudes, and behaviors necessary to assist in the delivery of your mission. We hope you view npo.net as your partner in the adventure to find great staff and human resources. Please contact us with all comments and concerns, so that we can make NPO.net the best nonprofit recruiting source on the web!

Here are some tips to get the most out of your search for an ideal candidate:

• Post only jobs that you believe will need filling in the short term. Attracting great candidates depends on npo.net having real jobs. 
• Acknowledge job applicants. NPO.net automatically generates a generic email to an applicant who applies internally. But a quick note from you makes a huge difference in the mind of a candidate.

Help!

We're here to help. Please email us or call us! npoHelp@lumity.org or 312.372.4872.

I lost my login information!

Simply send to npohelp@lumity.org the name of your organization, your name, and the email address where we can send a response, and we will send you your Login Username (login ID). We do not keep a record of passwords, but if you have forgotten yours, we can reset it for you.

Can I change my login username?

Each account has a unique login ID. If you need to change yours for any reason, you will need to set up a new account. If you need to have any posting or subscription credits transferred, please contact Lumity and we'll work with you to make the change.

Why NPO.net?

Lumity's mission is to help other nonprofits be as successful as possible, and we believe that having great staff is the most important step.

How much does it cost?

On the home page, click on the Rates tab.

Or, if you are logged into your account, click on the Posts tab. From there you can select "Post a Premium Job," "Posting Subscription," or "Posting Credits" to view prices or each posting package. Pricing is subject to change at any time.

Lumity keeps pricing on npo.net very low, although pricing is subject to change at any time. The type of posting package you order depends on how many jobs you will need to post and when. If you have a hard time deciding, just ask us and we'll help answer any questions you might have. We have rates affordable for every budget.

How many jobs can I post?

It depends which posting package you purchase. You can choose anything from a single job post to a subscription that allows up to 10 posts each month throughout the subscription period.

How long does a post stay active?

All posts stay active for 30 days. You may edit and repost the position as long as you do it within 30 days of the date you first posted the job. When posts expire you will receive a courtesy email letting you know.

What cities and states does NPO.net serve?

We help employers fill nonprofit jobs in Texas, Illinois and other states. Whether you are looking for a Texas nonprofit job board, an Illinois nonprofit job board, or a nonprofit job board for another state, you can find great nonprofit employees by using NPO.net.

How can I reach the right job seekers?

Virtually all categories are created specifically to allow for a single choice. This is done for clarity and does not limit the ability of searches conducted by job seekers.

All categories require a single choice unless specifically indicated as "multiple selection." Searching is not impeded because users can always select multiple categories or choose the default "select all." Therefore, job seekers are able to appropriately include your post in their search criteria. For example, you must choose the geographic area where the job will be filled. A job seeker can search for jobs in the areas to which they are able to commute comfortably.

Some jobs have multiple roles that may be difficult to prioritize. You may be concerned that if you choose the wrong category that some job seekers may not find your posting. If this is a problem, read the next section.

What if I really need to post under multiple categories?

Some jobs just defy being categorized. This often happens in small organizations where people have to wear many hats. Lumity recommends that you generally pick the category descriptor that is closest to your need or represents the majority of the job skills or activities you are seeking.

However, in some rare cases you may want to examine several different types of candidates to evaluate what might work best for your agency. To reach the right job seekers, you may post the same general job description in two to three ways to target what you think the ideal candidate might look for in a job. This allows you to attract different types of candidates that may not be possible with just a single post. Because NPO.net subscriptions allow you to post multiple jobs within the time limits of your subscription, it is acceptable to post two to three job descriptions that are targeting a single position in your agency.

Can I post an anonymous ad so my staff or others don't see it?

Yes. However, because the system maintains a link between the posting account and the post that can be seen publicly, we ask that you call Lumity and work with us to set up a special account for you. It won't cost you anything extra.

How can my staff access NPO.net?

That's up to you. NPO.net provides a single login ID and password for each agency. You may choose to share these with other staff members so they can post jobs if necessary.