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Creating Your First Job Listing

Step-by-step instructions for creating a new Job listing—from starting the draft to submitting for review.

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Written by Brandon Austin
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Quick Answer

Go to your dashboard, click Jobs in the left menu, then click + Free Job Listing. Complete the required fields (Job Title, Description, Apply URL, and at least one Industry), then click Publish Draft in the header area to submit for review.

Overview

Creating a Job listing takes just a few minutes. You'll add your job details, provide an application URL, and select relevant industries. After submission, our team reviews your listing before it goes live on Heritage Web publications for 90 days.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Start a New Job Listing

  1. Log in to your Heritage Web dashboard

  2. Click Jobs in the left navigation menu

  3. Click the + Free Job Listing button

  4. A new Job listing draft is created and you're taken to the edit page

Step 2: Select Industries (Required)

  1. You'll land on the Job Details tab

  2. Find the Industries section

  3. Click Add Industry +

  4. Select at least one industry relevant to the position

  5. You can add up to 10 industries

Step 3: Set Employment Details (Recommended)

While on the Job Details tab, complete these recommended fields:

Field

Options

Employment Type

Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship, Volunteer

Experience Level

Entry, Mid, Senior, Executive

Remote

On-site, Remote, Hybrid

Step 4: Add Salary Information (Optional)

  1. Find the Salary section on the Job Details tab

  2. Select the currency

  3. Enter minimum and maximum salary range

  4. Salary display is optional but improves candidate response

Step 5: Complete Name & Overview (Required)

  1. Click the Name & Overview tab

  2. Enter your Job Title (the position name)

  3. Add a Tagline (optional but recommended—brief summary of the role)

  4. Write your Job Description with full details about the position, requirements, and benefits

Step 6: Add Apply URL (Required)

  1. Still on the Name & Overview tab

  2. Find the Apply URL field

  3. Enter the full URL where candidates should submit applications

  4. This can link to your ATS, careers page, job board posting, or application form

Step 7: Add Work Location (Recommended)

  1. Click the Locations tab

  2. Enter the work location address

  3. For remote positions, you can add your company headquarters or skip this

Step 8: Submit for Review

  1. Look for the Publish Draft button in the header area at the top of the page

  2. If you have unsaved changes, you'll see "Unpublished changes in draft" indicator

  3. Click Publish Draft to submit

  4. Your listing status changes to Pending Review

Step 9: Wait for Approval

Listing Type

Typical Review Time

Sponsor

1 business day

Free

2-3 business days

You'll receive an email notification when your listing is approved or if changes are needed.

What Happens After Approval

Once approved:

  • Your Job goes live on HeritageWeb.com

  • Heritage Web staff assign your Job to relevant community publications based on your Industries, Languages, and Community Connections

  • The Publications tab populates with your assigned publications

  • Candidates can find your listing and click Apply to visit your application URL

  • Your listing remains active for 90 days

Important Notes

  • Four fields are required: Job Title, Description, Apply URL, and at least one Industry

  • Applications happen externally—Heritage Web directs candidates to your Apply URL

  • Jobs expire after 90 days—create a new listing if still hiring

  • No Private Messages—Job listings don't include messaging; applications go through your system

  • Fair employment compliance—avoid discriminatory requirements in your job description

FAQs

How long does approval take? Sponsor listings are typically reviewed within 1 business day. Free listings take 2-3 business days. You'll receive an email notification when approved.

Can I save and finish later? Yes. Your listing saves as a draft automatically. Return to Jobs in your dashboard anytime to continue editing.

What if my listing is rejected? You'll receive an email explaining what needs to be fixed. Common issues include missing Apply URL, no industries selected, or job description concerns. Make the changes and click Publish Draft again.

Where should my Apply URL point? Your company careers page, ATS application form, job board posting (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.), or any page where candidates can submit applications.

Can I post the same job to multiple communities? Yes. A single Job listing can appear on multiple publications. Staff assign publications based on your Industries, Languages, and Community Connections—you don't need separate listings.

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