Meta is bringing back local job listings on Facebook: Here’s how to apply

Are you looking for work? Declared dead On Monday, it will roll out the Local Jobs experience to make it easier for US users to discover and apply for nearby work directly on Facebook. This feature resides within Facebook Marketplace, Groups, and Pages, allowing employers to post job openings and for job seekers to filter roles by distance, category, or job type.

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Users can apply or message employers directly through Facebook Messenger, while employers can post job listings with just a few clicks — similar to how users post items for sale on Marketplace.

Facebook offered a jobs feature before shutting it down in 2022, pushing corporate hiring toward its other platforms. Its return indicates that Meta is trying to expand Facebook’s utility beyond social networking and position it once again as a hub for community-driven opportunities.

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“We’ve always been about connecting people, whether through shared interests or major life events.” The press release states that. “Now, if you’re looking for entry-level trade and service jobs in your community, Facebook can help you connect with local people and small businesses who are hiring.”

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How to get started with local jobs

According to Meta, local jobs will appear as a dedicated section in Facebook Marketplace starting this week. Users 18 years or older can:

• Tap the Marketplace tab in the Facebook app or website.
• Select Jobs to browse available jobs nearby.
• Use filters for job type, category and distance.
• Click Apply or send a message to your employer directly via Messenger.

Businesses and Page admins can post jobs by creating a new listing in Marketplace or from their Facebook Page. Listings can include job details, pay range, and scheduling information and will appear in local searches automatically.

The local jobs feature is rolling out across the US now, with Meta saying it plans to expand it in the coming months.