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Best Practices for Job Listings

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Written by Brandon Austin
Updated over a week ago

Best Practices for Job Listings

Quick Answer

Job listings help you find qualified candidates across Heritage Web's diverse professional network. Optimize your listing with clear job descriptions, specific requirements, competitive compensation details, and community connections. Mark positions as "Filled" rather than deleting to maintain SEO value while stopping new applications.

Overview

Job listings on Heritage Web reach professionals across 300+ community-specific publications. While they rarely receive paid referral leads, they provide valuable visibility for recruitment and can be strategically maintained for SEO benefits even after positions are filled.

Essential Requirements

Job Description

Write comprehensive description:

  1. Role summary (2-3 sentences)

  2. Key responsibilities (bullet points)

  3. Daily activities

  4. Team structure

  5. Growth opportunities

  6. Company culture

Minimum 150 words recommended for substance.

Position Details (Required)

Position Type:

  • Full-time

  • Part-time

  • Contract

  • Temporary

  • Volunteer

  • Internship

Workplace Type:

  • In-Person

  • Hybrid

  • Remote

Compensation:

  • Be specific: "$60,000-$80,000/year"

  • Or ranges: "$25-$35/hour"

  • Include benefits overview

  • Mention bonuses if applicable

Job Industries

Select all that apply:

  • Primary industry/field

  • Related sectors

  • Skill categories

  • Department classifications

Hiring Organization (Required)

Complete information:

  • Organization name

  • Description of company

  • Website URL

  • Physical address

  • Company size/stage

Optimizing for Candidates

Required Qualifications

Be specific about:

  • Education requirements

  • Years of experience

  • Required licenses/certifications

  • Technical skills

  • Language requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Separate from required:

  • Additional languages

  • Preferred experience

  • Bonus skills

  • Cultural competencies

  • Community connections

Application Process

Clear instructions:

  • Include application URL (external)

  • Or provide email address

  • Specify required documents

  • Note application deadline

  • Explain next steps

Maximizing Visibility

Community Connections

Target specific communities:

  • Select relevant communities

  • Highlight cultural fit

  • Mention language needs

  • Include diversity commitment

  • Specify community served

Languages Required

If multilingual needed:

  • List required languages

  • Specify proficiency levels

  • Indicate if written/verbal

  • Note if customer-facing

  • Include as job requirement

Multiple Locations

If hiring for multiple offices:

  • Create separate listings per location

  • Or list all locations in one

  • Specify remote options

  • Include relocation assistance

Strategic Features

Logo (Optional but Recommended)

  • Company logo builds trust

  • 100x100px minimum

  • Professional quality

  • Consistent branding

Video Introduction

Consider adding:

  • Office tour

  • Team introductions

  • Day-in-the-life

  • Company culture

  • CEO message

Skills Section

List both required and preferred:

  • Technical skills

  • Soft skills

  • Certifications

  • Software proficiency

  • Industry knowledge

Managing Job Listings

Marking as "Filled"

When position is filled:

  1. Edit the listing

  2. Mark status as "Filled"

  3. Listing remains visible for SEO

  4. Stops receiving new applications

  5. Can reactivate later if needed

Benefits of keeping filled listings:

  • Maintains SEO value

  • Shows company growth

  • Builds employer brand

  • Can reuse for similar positions

Creating Multiple Listings

Unlimited job listings allowed:

  • Different positions

  • Various locations

  • Department needs

  • Seasonal hiring

  • Internship programs

Sponsor Benefits for Jobs

Upgrading job listing to sponsor:

  • Removes login wall for viewing

  • Higher visibility in search

  • 24-hour lead priority (rare for jobs)

  • Account-wide benefits activate

  • Team member slots included

Multi-Language Content

Creating Language Versions

  1. Complete default job description

  2. Click "Add" button

  3. Select publication

  4. Choose language

  5. Translate job title and description

Translation Strategy

  • Maintain accuracy across versions

  • Adapt cultural expectations

  • Keep requirements consistent

  • Localize benefits description

  • Use appropriate formality

Important Notes

  • Logo optional — Unlike Organizations, not required

  • Rarely receive paid leads — Primarily for direct applications

  • Keep filled positions — Mark as filled, don't delete

  • No auto-expiration — Manually manage status

  • Review required — All changes need approval

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  1. Vague job descriptions (poor candidate quality)

  2. Missing compensation (reduced applications)

  3. No application method (lost candidates)

  4. Deleting filled jobs (loses SEO value)

  5. English-only posts (limited reach)

  6. Unclear requirements (unqualified applicants)

  7. Missing organization info (trust issues)

FAQs

Q: Should I create separate listings for similar positions? A: Yes, if they're in different locations or departments. For identical positions, one listing mentioning multiple openings works.

Q: Can I require community connections? A: Yes, if relevant to the position. For example, requiring Spanish fluency for community outreach roles.

Q: Should I sponsor a job listing? A: Consider it if you want account-wide benefits. The sponsor advantages apply to all your listings, not just the job.

Q: How do I stop receiving applications? A: Mark the position as "Filled" rather than deleting. This preserves SEO value while stopping new applicants.

Q: Can I post volunteer positions? A: Yes. Select "Volunteer" as the position type and clearly indicate it's unpaid with any benefits provided.

Next Steps

  • Write detailed job descriptions

  • Include specific compensation ranges

  • Add company culture information

  • Specify language requirements

  • Create multi-language versions

Related Articles

  • Managing Multiple Listings

  • Creating Multi-Language Content

  • Understanding Publication Assignments

  • Sponsor Benefits Overview

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