Description

Extract comprehensive job details from USAJobs.gov with this reliable Apify Actor. Ideal for HR analytics, research, and business intelligence, it scrapes titles, salaries, locations, and more from federal listings....

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Usajobs Details Spider

The Usajobs Details Spider is a powerful Apify Actor designed to scrape detailed job listings from USAJobs.gov, the official job site for the U.S. federal government. It extracts comprehensive information about job positions, including titles, salaries, locations, and application details, enabling users to gather valuable data for analysis and research. This tool is ideal for HR professionals, researchers, and businesses seeking insights into federal employment opportunities.

Features

• Comprehensive Data Extraction: Retrieves detailed job information such as title, agency, salary, location, and hiring paths from USAJobs.gov search results.
• Flexible URL Input: Supports multiple URLs for scraping, allowing targeted extraction from specific search pages or categories.
• High Reliability: Built with robust error handling to ensure consistent data retrieval even from dynamic web pages.
• Fast Performance: Optimized for quick scraping with minimal resource usage, processing multiple jobs efficiently.
• Structured Output: Delivers clean, JSON-formatted data ready for integration into databases, analytics tools, or reports.
• No API Keys Required: Scrapes publicly available data without needing authentication or paid access.
• Scalable: Handles large volumes of job listings, making it suitable for extensive job market analyses.

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
Urls	array	No (minimum 1 item)	A list of URLs from USAJobs.gov search results pages to scrape for job details. Each URL should point to a valid search results page.	["https://cms.usajobs.gov/search/results/?a=HE70&s=startdate&sd=desc&p=1"]

Example Usage

To run the actor, provide the input parameters in JSON format. Here's an example input:

{
  "Urls": [
    "https://cms.usajobs.gov/search/results/?a=HE70&s=startdate&sd=desc&p=1"
  ]
}

The actor will process the URLs and output a JSON array of job details. Example output:

[
  {
    "Title": "Lead Social Science Research Analyst",
    "Agency": "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services",
    "Department": "Department of Health and Human Services",
    "SalaryDisplay": "Starting at $138,595 Per year (GS 14)",
    "DocumentID": "864791600",
    "PositionID": "CMS-CMCS-26-12934565-DE",
    "Location": "Multiple Locations",
    "LocationName": "Woodlawn, Maryland",
    "DateDisplay": "Open 04/10/2026 to 04/20/2026",
    "WorkSchedule": "Full-time",
    "WorkType": "Permanent",
    "PositionURI": "https://www.usajobs.gov:443/job/864791600",
    "MinimumRange": "138595",
    "PositionEndDate": "2026-04-20T23:59:59.9970",
    "SubAgency": "Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMCS)",
    "JobCategoryCode": [
      {
        "Name": "Social Science",
        "Code": "0101"
      }
    ],
    "HiringPath": [
      {
        "Code": "public",
        "Tooltip": "Jobs open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.",
        "IsSearchFilter": false
      },
      {
        "Code": "fed-transition",
        "Tooltip": "Jobs open to \"surplus\" or \"displaced\" federal employees.",
        "IsSearchFilter": false
      }
    ],
    "actor_id": "cHJe2nvycL6jAXaSc",
    "run_id": "POpMgFgFuGUpKjujs"
  }
]

Use Cases

• HR Analytics: Analyze federal job trends, salaries, and requirements to inform recruitment strategies.
• Job Market Research: Track openings in specific agencies or departments for market intelligence.
• Academic Studies: Gather data for research on government employment patterns and diversity.
• Business Intelligence: Monitor federal hiring for competitive insights in related industries.
• Career Planning: Help individuals explore federal career opportunities based on location and salary.
• Policy Analysis: Study job categories and hiring paths to understand government workforce dynamics.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Usajobs Details Spider" in the Apify Store
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run"
3. Configure input parameters
4. Click "Start" to begin extraction
5. Monitor progress in the log
6. Export results in your preferred format (JSON, CSV, Excel)

Output Format

The actor outputs a JSON array of objects, each representing a job listing. Key fields include:

• Title: Job position name.
• Agency and Department: Organizational details.
• SalaryDisplay and MinimumRange: Compensation information.
• Location and LocationName: Geographic data.
• DateDisplay and PositionEndDate: Application timelines.
• WorkSchedule and WorkType: Employment terms.
• JobCategoryCode: Categorized job types with codes.
• HiringPath: Eligibility details for applicants.
• PositionURI: Direct link to the job posting.
• actor_id and run_id: Metadata from the Apify run.

Data is structured for easy parsing and integration.

Support

For custom/simplified outputs or bug reports, please contact:

• Email: support@getdataforme.com
• Subject line: "custom support"
• Contact form: https://getdataforme.com/contact/

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