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Understanding Job Types (Full Time, Part Time, Contract, and More)

Select the employment type that accurately describes your position—you can choose multiple options.

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Written by Brandon Austin
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Quick Answer

Job Type indicates the employment arrangement for your position. You must select at least one option, but you can select multiple if your role offers flexibility (like "Full Time or Contract"). Heritage Web offers six options: Full Time, Part Time, Contract, Temporary, Volunteer, and Internship.


Overview

The Job Type field appears in the Position Details section on the Job Details tab. It's required—you can't submit a job listing without selecting at least one option. Job Type displays prominently on your public listing so candidates immediately understand the employment arrangement.

Selecting multiple options is allowed and useful when you're flexible about the arrangement (e.g., willing to hire someone full-time or as a contractor).


Job Type Options

Option

Description

Typical Hours

Full Time

Standard full-time employment

35-40+ hours/week

Part Time

Less than full-time hours

Under 35 hours/week

Contract

Fixed-term or project-based engagement

Varies

Temporary

Short-term position with defined end date

Varies

Volunteer

Unpaid volunteer opportunity

Varies

Internship

Internship position (paid or unpaid)

Varies


Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Access Job Type

  1. Log into your Heritage Web dashboard.

  2. Click My Jobs in the left navigation.

  3. Select your job listing.

  4. Click the Job Details tab.

  5. Find the Position Details section.

  6. Locate the Job Type checkboxes.

Step 2: Select Your Options

  1. Click the checkbox next to each applicable job type.

  2. Select at least one—this is required.

  3. Select multiple if your position is flexible.

Step 3: Save Your Changes

  1. Click Publish Draft to submit.


Common Selection Examples

Position

Recommended Selection

Traditional office job

Full Time

Weekend retail associate

Part Time

6-month project consultant

Contract

Holiday seasonal worker

Temporary

Hospital helper program

Volunteer

Summer college program

Internship

Flexible hiring approach

Full Time + Contract

Seasonal part-time help

Part Time + Temporary


Important Notes

  • At least one selection is required—you can't leave this blank.

  • Multiple selections are allowed—useful for flexible positions.

  • These are checkboxes, not radio buttons—click each one you want to select.

  • Displayed publicly—candidates see this on your listing immediately.

  • Be accurate—misrepresenting job type can lead to rejection or poor candidate fit.


FAQs

Can I select multiple job types?

Yes. If you're open to hiring someone full-time or as a contractor, select both "Full Time" and "Contract." This accurately represents your flexibility.

What's the difference between Contract and Temporary?

Contract typically refers to an independent contractor arrangement (often 1099) where the person may work on specific projects. Temporary usually means a short-term W-2 employee position with a defined end date (like seasonal work or coverage for a leave).

Should I select "Internship" for entry-level jobs?

Only if it's actually an internship program. Entry-level jobs that aren't internships should use "Full Time" or "Part Time" as appropriate.

What if my position is "Contract-to-Hire"?

Select both "Contract" and "Full Time" to indicate the role starts as contract with potential for permanent hire. Explain the arrangement in your Job Description.

Is "Volunteer" for unpaid positions only?

Yes. "Volunteer" indicates the position is unpaid. If your internship is paid, select "Internship" only. If unpaid, you might select both "Internship" and "Volunteer" for clarity.

What if I'm not sure which type applies?

Consider: Will this person be a W-2 employee (Full Time/Part Time), a 1099 contractor (Contract), here temporarily (Temporary), unpaid (Volunteer), or in a learning program (Internship)? When in doubt, describe the arrangement clearly in your Job Description.

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