Is it acceptable to put on a job app. " date you would be available to begin work" :2 wks after offered job?

Question

to give your current position time to replace you

Answer 1

ABSOLUTELY!! It is amazing how most people don't understand how you fill out an application tells a lot about a candidate. First, it shows that you are honest!!! Second, it shows that you are responsible enough to give your "typical" two week notice knowing that you would not leave your new employer "high and dry". Always be honest because you will always be caught in a lie. If your application looks great and your new employer really wants you sooner, they will ask you if you can leave any sooner and sometimes....this could be a test. However, giving your former employment ample time to find a replacement is the best thing that you can do for your former employer and any new employer that shuns or overlooks at this quality will be losing a valuable employee. Good Luck~!!

Answer 2

I think that is great. I would also just metion your reasoning of giving your "former" employer time to find a replacement. That shows very good consideration on your part and I think it makes a good impression. If you have an interview I would again just mention the fact that you want to give them time also and maybe you can figure out a way to work a little bit in between your current job and your new job. Good luck on the job!

Answer 3

I would definitely put 2 weeks. As mentioned above, your application is an initial test that they will read to try to determine whether or not you are hiring material. Saying immediately when you are employed makes it look like you will jump ship at the first offer of $1 more. Saying two weeks if you are unemployed makes it look like you are unmotivated. But, saying two weeks when you are leaving a position show that you have the courtesy enough to not leave your company hanging (Extremely important). Good luck..........

Answer 4

Yes, it's generally considered standard practice to give 2 weeks notice, so that would mean you wouldn't be able to start until 2 weeks after accepting the new job.

Answer 5

You could but it doesnt look to good or professional in a way because what if there only hiring people like right away theyll just overlook yours the want to see an open and flexible schedule

Answer 6

As an employer, I would think that saying 2 weeks is reasonable. I'd appreciate that you have to give notice.

Answer 7

Yes it's acceptable.

And it shows your prospective employers that you're not the type to just walk away from your previous obligations. That you have the courtesy to give your employers notice.

Good luck.