Removing a test from a job posting can make sense for several reasons. It usually comes down to improving candidate experience, compliance, or hiring efficiency.
Here are the most common reasons:
- Candidate experience. You may need to remove a test to encourage applicants to apply for a position and simplifying the process for high-volume roles.
- Process efficiency. Removing a test can eliminate a step that delays screening and interviews. Some assessments require manual review or paid licenses; removing them saves recruiter time and costs.
- Data or test validity issues. Test results may show that the test isn't actually helping identify better hires. If many candidates drop out at the test stage, that may be a sign the test isn't working. A test may also be outdated and needs to be revised.
- Legal and compliance reasons. For example, some tests might unintentionally disadvantage protected groups or require accommodations.
- Role or context change. The role evolves and the existing test may no longer assess relevant skills.
Removing a test
1. Open Connect Human Resources > Applicants > Modify Existing Applicants.
2. Use the Applicant field to enter an applicant name. Press Enter.
3. Click to select the Job Postings tab.
4. Use the pane at the top of the Job Postings tab to select the job posting that you want to update.
5. Click to select the Tests subtab.
6. Use the Test pane to select the test that you want to delete.
7. Use the toolbar on the Tests tab to select Remove the Selected test.

The test is deleted from the applicant's job posting.