What are the ethics of working with multiple recruiters?

[liberal N proud]

I am in the process of looking for a new position and after updating my on-line resume, I have received several calls from recruiters. Are there issues with having more than one looking for jobs for me?

[Renew Deal]

1. Nothing wrong with it

Many companies work with multiple recruiters. Why not you?

[liberal N proud]

2. That was my thought

Just thought, that it gets you wider net to cast.

I updated my resume last week and I have had a couple of recruiters call and was already working a couple that I used in the past to find people.

[discntnt_irny_srcsm]

3. Nothing wrong at all

Most of us do it all the time.
Good luck.

[liberal N proud]

4. Thanks

[InkAddict]

5. Be careful that both don't submit to same opportunity

Ask if the recruiter deals with the outfit's "PRIME" vendors because you won't even get a nod if not. There are a lot of shops that now contract out a 3rd party HR as well, and these outfits are rarely useful in placing you before a company hiring manager. Those folks aren't interested in dealing with this hiring stuff - hence the 3rd party for everything from hiring to payroll to help the company avoid liability and accountability. Also, bottom-feeding recruiters get paid per submission and could care less if they score a hire - your resume will be submitted to the great circular file.

Here's hoping your experience in The Hunger Games varies, and you find some honesty and integrity in hiring practices.