Job Board Postings - Are they real?

I am concerned that jobs posted on job boards by recruiting firms are not really open and active positions, but rather positions they anticipate their client companies to activate in the future.  Any thoughts?

Most job boards have no way of determining if jobs posted by search firms are valid/immediate needs. Third-party recruiters and employers both will post anticipated needs from time to time for the purpose of "staying ahead of the hiring curve". Both entities, however, have limited resources available to review the "flood" of incoming resumes and will definitely lean toward posting immediate needs over "future" needs for that reason. Budget constraints as well will incent both employers and recruiters to place their "bets" on those positions that will most quickly result in new hires. HR departments at employers are measured on hiring success and recruiting firms only get paid in the event of a placement. The motivation therefore is to focus on immediate needs.I do understand your concern and I would encourage you to carefully review the job description on the job board -- the more detailed the job description, the more likely of an immediate hiring need. "Harvesting" type job orders tend to be very generic, brief and of little substance.  Make sure you visit the Job Board listings on ConsultingCareerQuest.com to help you with all your searches on consulting.

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