(AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)When a pandemic strikes, it’s possible that employers will have to turn to layoffs and furloughs. Here are some tips on how to navigate the job application process during a pandemic. If you can put your job search on hold without too much inconvenience, waiting out the pandemic makes sense, simply because it can be hard to attract the attention of a hiring manager at such a time. If you don’t have a job right now, your aim shouldn’t be to hold out for the perfect job, which is likely to be difficult. When the job market slows down amid a pandemic, it can be the perfect opportunity to gain new skills and qualifications.