Quick Answer
Both Free and Sponsor Job listings appear on Heritage Web publications for 90 days. Sponsor listings receive priority placement for higher visibility, SMS notifications for your team, and additional team member slots. Free listings are a great starting point; upgrade to Sponsor when you need faster results or are hiring for critical roles.
Overview
Heritage Web offers two tiers for Job listings. Both get your opening in front of qualified candidates across our network of 300+ community publications—Sponsor tier adds visibility boosts and team features to help you hire faster.
Feature Comparison
Feature | Free | Sponsor |
Visibility |
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Listed on publications | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Publication assignments | ✓ Staff-assigned | ✓ Staff-assigned |
Placement priority | Standard | Higher priority |
Duration |
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Active listing period | 90 days | 90 days |
Application Handling |
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Apply URL functionality | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Applications processed by HW | ✗ No (external) | ✗ No (external) |
Notifications |
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Email notifications | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
SMS notifications | ✗ No | ✓ Up to 5 recipients |
Team Access |
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Team member slots | 1 | 3 |
Review Time |
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Typical approval | 2-3 business days | 1 business day |
What Both Tiers Include
Regardless of tier, every Job listing includes:
Publication visibility across relevant Heritage Web community directories
Apply URL directing candidates to your application page
Full job details including title, description, salary, location, and requirements
Industry targeting to reach candidates in your field
Language matching to connect with bilingual and multilingual candidates
90-day active period from approval date
Dashboard management to edit, pause, or monitor your listing
Sponsor-Only Features
Priority Placement
Sponsor Job listings appear higher in search results and directory pages, increasing visibility when candidates browse jobs.
SMS Notifications
Receive text message alerts when candidates interact with your listing. Add up to 5 phone numbers for your hiring team to stay responsive.
Additional Team Members
Add up to 3 team members (vs. 1 for Free) to help manage your Job listing. Team members can edit the listing, receive notifications, and monitor activity.
Faster Review
Sponsor listings are prioritized in the review queue—typically approved within 1 business day compared to 2-3 days for Free listings.
When to Choose Free
Free Job listings work well when:
You're testing Heritage Web for recruitment
The position isn't urgent
You have a limited recruiting budget
You're hiring for a role with many qualified candidates
You want to supplement your existing job board postings
When to Choose Sponsor
Upgrade to Sponsor when:
You need to fill the role quickly
The position is hard to fill or highly specialized
You want maximum visibility across communities
Your hiring team needs SMS alerts
Multiple team members need access to manage the listing
You're recruiting for senior or executive positions
How to Upgrade
To upgrade a Free Job listing to Sponsor:
Go to your Heritage Web dashboard
Click Jobs in the left navigation
Find the listing you want to upgrade
Look for the upgrade option in the listing details
Complete the Sponsor subscription process
Pricing
Job listing pricing varies. For current rates:
Log into your Heritage Web dashboard
Start creating a new Job listing
View tier options and pricing during the creation flow
Or contact Heritage Web support for volume pricing if you're posting multiple positions.
Important Notes
Both tiers use external applications—Heritage Web doesn't process applications for any Job listing
90-day duration applies to both—no extended time for Sponsor
You can upgrade anytime—start Free and upgrade if you need more visibility
Sponsor benefits begin immediately—priority placement activates upon upgrade
No lead matching for Jobs—this is consistent across both tiers
FAQs
Can I start with Free and upgrade later? Yes. You can upgrade a Free Job listing to Sponsor at any time. Sponsor benefits like priority placement begin immediately after upgrade.
Do Sponsor listings last longer than Free? No. Both Free and Sponsor Job listings are active for 90 days from approval. The difference is visibility and features, not duration.
Is there a trial period for Sponsor features? No formal trial, but you can start with a Free listing to test the platform, then upgrade or create Sponsor listings for future roles.
Do applications work differently for Sponsor listings? No. Both tiers use your Apply URL for external applications. Heritage Web doesn't collect or process applications for either tier.
Can I downgrade from Sponsor to Free? Sponsor is a subscription for the listing duration. You can choose Free for your next Job listing, but existing Sponsor listings remain at that tier.
How much more visibility does Sponsor provide? Sponsor listings receive higher placement in search results and directory pages. Exact visibility improvement varies by publication and competition, but Sponsor positions are consistently prioritized.
What if I need to hire for many positions? You can create multiple Job listings (Free, Sponsor, or mixed). Contact Heritage Web support about volume pricing if you're posting 5+ positions.