Want to create a job board where employers and job seekers can connect? Combining Ultimate Member with JobBoardWP gives you a powerful platform for building a job board community. This combination lets you add membership features to your job board, creating a more engaged and valuable platform.
In this guide, I’ll show you how to set up a job board community step by step. We’ll cover everything from basic setup to advanced features that help employers and job seekers connect effectively.
Why Combine Ultimate Member with JobBoardWP?
This combination offers powerful benefits:
- Member profiles for job seekers and employers
- Member directories to help people connect
- Content restriction for premium job listings
- Enhanced user experience
- Community building features
Adding membership features to your job board creates more value for users and opens monetization opportunities.
Setting Up the Foundation
First, install both plugins:
Install JobBoardWP
Install and activate JobBoardWP for job board functionality.
Install Ultimate Member
Install and activate Ultimate Member for membership features.
Creating User Roles
Set up different roles for your community:
Job Seeker Role
Create a role for job seekers with:
- Profile fields for skills and experience
- Resume upload capability
- Access to job listings
- Directory visibility
Employer Role
Create a role for employers with:
- Company information fields
- Job posting permissions
- Access to job seeker directory
- Premium features
Setting Up Profiles
Create custom profiles for each role:
Job Seeker Profiles
Design profiles that showcase:
- Skills and qualifications
- Work experience
- Education
- Resume or portfolio
Employer Profiles
Design profiles that showcase:
- Company information
- Company culture
- Open positions
- Contact information
Member Directories
Create directories to help people connect:
Job Seeker Directory
Let employers browse job seekers:
- Searchable directory
- Filter by skills or location
- Profile cards
- Contact options
Employer Directory
Let job seekers find employers:
- Company listings
- Search functionality
- Open positions display
- Company profiles
Content Restriction
Use content restriction strategically:
- Premium job listings for employers
- Advanced search for job seekers
- Resume access for employers
- Exclusive job postings
Integration Points
Connect Ultimate Member with JobBoardWP:
- Link profiles to job applications
- Show member info on job listings
- Display jobs on member profiles
- Create seamless user experience
Monetization Options
Consider monetization strategies:
- Premium employer memberships
- Featured job listings
- Resume access fees
- Job seeker premium features
Best Practices
Tips for successful job board communities:
- Make profiles comprehensive
- Enable easy connections
- Provide value to both sides
- Foster community engagement
- Keep the platform active
Next Steps
Now that your job board community is set up, consider:
- Promoting to employers and job seekers
- Adding community features
- Creating engagement opportunities
- Monitoring and improving
A well-built job board community helps employers find great candidates and job seekers find opportunities. Take time to set it up well, and you’ll create a valuable platform for both sides.