So I'm in the process of trying to get a new job...
I've been applying and receiving some responses and I'm curious about a few things from a recruiters perspective...... Anyone with insight please chime in.

First question : after filling out some generic questions I was told my background didn't meet the requirements..... We're talking an administrative job and I've got 19+ years in a fortune 500 company and paste management experience. The question I answered no to related to having worked in this exact "field" before (specifically the court system). I haven't however I have worked in litigation and have extensive experience with courts, depositions, ADR... So after getting rejected I responded via email respectfully and mentioned why I thought I was qualified and requested they keep me in mind for any other similar positions. Was that wrong? Too aggressive? Annoying?? Or OK?

Second question : one hr responded that they had 120 applicants and were going through them and that I should hear in 2 weeks if I move on. Is it OK to respond and thank them? Or is that annoying? My instinct is to respond and offer to provide anything extra they might need to aide their decision......