In the opening paragraphs, I will provide quick answers to key questions related to whether Facebook got rid of jobs on their platform. Facebook has not gotten rid of jobs entirely, but they have made some changes to how job postings work on their site that have impacted the user experience.
What changes were made to jobs on Facebook?
In 2019, Facebook removed the dedicated jobs tab that previously allowed users to browse job postings directly within the Facebook app and website. This tab was located in the “More” menu on mobile or the left side navigation bar on desktop. When the jobs tab was removed, users could no longer easily browse job listings on Facebook in this centralized location.
However, despite removing this tab, Facebook still allows job postings on their platform. Employers can still create job posts within their Facebook Business pages and boost these posts as ads to reach more users. The difference is that there is no longer a standalone browseable jobs section – users now have to find relevant job posts mixed in with all other content on employers’ pages and in their feeds.
Why did Facebook remove the jobs tab?
Facebook cited a few reasons for removing the dedicated jobs section:
- Declining usage – Engagement with job posts in the tab was falling.
- Streamlining – They wanted to simplify the navigation and focus on features people use most.
- New options – They pointed users to alternative job search options like Facebook Groups and Marketplace.
Essentially, Facebook felt usage and demand for the jobs tab was decreasing, so they removed it as part of an effort to streamline the platform. They likely hoped to push more job hunting activity to other areas like Groups and Marketplace where engagement seemed to be higher.
How does this impact job seekers?
The removal of the jobs tab makes it a bit more difficult for job seekers to find and browse job postings directly on Facebook. Some key impacts include:
- No centralized listings – There is no single place to easily see and search all job posts.
- Harder to navigate – Users have to dig through employer pages and feeds to find openings.
- Less visibility – Employer posts may get lost in busy feeds leading to less visibility.
- Need to know employers – Users now need to follow specific employer pages to see their jobs.
Overall, while jobs do still exist on Facebook, the user experience has become more fragmented. Job seekers need to hunt across different pages and Groups rather than browsing openings in one spot. This makes the process more difficult and opaque.
Are there any benefits of the change?
While the removal of the jobs tab did negatively impact the discoverability of job posts for seekers, some users see potential benefits such as:
- Less spam – The jobs tab was filled with scam job posts and MLM schemes.
- Use existing connections – Seeing jobs from people/pages you already follow can surface better fits.
- Groups are targeted – Joining industry and location-based Groups can provide targeted listings.
By relying more on connections and Groups, some feel job hunting on Facebook can provide higher quality, more relevant openings compared to the often spam-filled jobs tab.
What options do job seekers have now?
Though Facebook made the process more difficult, job seekers do still have options to find openings on the platform such as:
- Follow employer pages – Get job posts from companies you’re interested in.
- Join relevant Groups – Ask about openings and find listings in niche Groups.
- Check feeds – Scroll feeds and look at Suggested Posts for any job ads.
- Use search – Search for keywords like “hiring” to surface posts.
- Use aggregators – Sites like Indeed pull listings from Facebook.
It simply takes more effort and strategy now than when all jobs were conveniently in one place. But jobs do continue to exist if users leverage their networks and Groups.
Could Facebook bring back the jobs tab?
There is always a possibility that Facebook could decide to re-add a dedicated jobs section in the future if they see demand for it increase and engagement with job posts improve. However, as of now they have given no indication that they plan to reinstate the jobs tab that was removed.
Facebook is constantly evolving their platform and features to adapt to how people use it. If jobs become a more integral part of activity on Facebook again, the company may look to improve the job hunting and posting experience. But the standalone jobs tab in its previous form is likely gone for the foreseeable future.
Conclusion
In summary, while Facebook did technically “get rid of” the jobs tab in 2019, employers can still post openings and job seekers can still find them across pages, Groups, feeds, and through search. However, the user experience is now more fragmented rather than being centrally located. This change was driven by declining engagement data, though some users feel it has benefits like less spam. Job seekers have to employ new tactics to surface openings, but opportunities still exist on Facebook for those willing to hunt for them across the platform.