Design choices behind this demo

1. Jobs first, then skills. The skills checklist is built from the descriptions of the jobs the person picked, so it can only exist after they choose.
2. The fit check advises; it never blocks. "You meet 3 of 4" helps someone focus. Many entry-level "requirements" are really preferences, so the person can always apply anyway.
3. "One-shot" depends on the employer. The demo shows three routes: a direct connection (City pilot), an application packet emailed to a named contact, and a pre-filled hand-off to the employer's own site.
4. Status is the hard part. Most employers will not report back on their own. The demo mixes employer decisions, a named contact, and the applicant reporting their own progress.
5. Records stay out. The portal does not collect conviction history, Social Security numbers or medical details. Postings that state a background check are flagged so a navigator can talk it through first.
6. Built for phones and shared devices. Text-message updates, big tap targets, and a navigator who can see status with the applicant's consent.