Employers who place classified ads in newspapers often remark at the high number of resumes/responses they receive. Many, they say, do not qualify for the job advertised. So, they must weed through hundreds of candidates to find the few they will interview. The main annoyance employers with part-time positions face, is the candidates who accept the position and leave shortly after because they found the full-time position they really wanted.

When you want to reach the best clients for your business you generally advertise where they will see you. You must think along the same lines when it comes to finding employees.

To improve your chances of finding the right candidates for your jobs you must place classified want ads where your target audience will see them. Find specific avenues to reach your ideal employee. If you need local candidates think about advertising in local publications your candidates would read. Pick up the local tech journals, writer's digests, parents' magazines, women's magazines, city magazines, etc. You want to get your message to the right people.

Local and telecommuting job can easily be listed through classified ads online. Again, placing your ad in the online arenas your candidates would view will yield the best results. Add classified ads to message boards and forums your ideal candidates would visit.

Now, to help ensure that your well placed ad produces good fruit, your ad must be well written. First, develop a job description. Be clear on all the duties involved in this job role. Identify all computer skills the job will require and know what level of skills are required. Determine if you are able to be flexible regarding work hours, days and location. Then write your ad with your ideal candidate in mind. Be specific about duties and skills. Include any perks like flexibility. Your clearly defined job and unambiguous expectations helps to narrow the field and bring you more qualified candidates for your job.