I think part of the problem you've identified is that many companies are constantly in "resume trawling mode" even if they have no intention of hiring immediately.
HR people like to keep lots of resumes on file, the fresher the better, so that when they're tasked with filling a seat immediately, they're not starting from zero.
The fact that this practice sucks for the job-seeker is of little concern; they've optimized their process according to their own needs.
HR people like to keep lots of resumes on file, the fresher the better, so that when they're tasked with filling a seat immediately, they're not starting from zero.
The fact that this practice sucks for the job-seeker is of little concern; they've optimized their process according to their own needs.