Executive Summary

Keeping your job postings visible and attractive on external job boards is crucial for attracting top talent. In PyjamaHR, simply reposting or editing a job does not always refresh its visibility or update its posting date on platforms like LinkedIn and others. This article explains the exact steps, best practices, and troubleshooting tips for effectively renewing your job postings to maximize candidate reach—without creating unnecessary duplicates or losing your applicant history.

Detailed Overview

What Does "Refreshing" or "Renewing" a Job Posting Mean?

When a job is posted to external job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Naukri, Indeed) via PyjamaHR, it receives a timestamp that determines its position in search results. Over time, older jobs drop in visibility, leading to fewer applications. Customers often want to "refresh" or "repost" a job to bring it back to the top of job board listings.

Key Points from Customer Conversations:
- Editing or reposting a job in PyjamaHR does not always update the posting date on external boards.
- Job boards may retain the original posting date unless a new job is created.
- Visibility drops as jobs age, leading to fewer applicants.
- Customers want to avoid duplicating jobs but still want to boost visibility.

When and Why Should You Refresh or Renew a Posting?

When applications slow down: If your job is no longer attracting candidates, refreshing can help.
After updating the job description: To ensure changes are reflected and highlighted.
To maintain top-of-list visibility: Especially for competitive roles or urgent hires.

Integration with Other PyjamaHR Features

Cloning Jobs: Creating a new job based on an existing one to reset the posting date.
Reopening Closed Jobs: Useful for internal visibility, but may not refresh on external boards.
Job Board Integrations: LinkedIn, Naukri, and others have their own refresh logic.

Business Impact

Increased applicant flow: More visibility means more candidates.
Better candidate quality: Fresh postings attract active job seekers.
Efficient hiring: Reduces time-to-hire by keeping jobs prominent.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Refresh or Renew Job Board Postings in PyjamaHR

Prerequisites

You must have permission to manage jobs and post to external job boards.
Ensure your job board integrations (e.g., LinkedIn) are active and connected.

Option 1: Refresh by Cloning and Republishing (Recommended for Maximum Visibility)

Go to the Job Listing:
- Navigate to the job you want to refresh in the "Open Jobs" or "Closed Jobs" section.
- (Screenshot: Job list with three-dot menu highlighted)
Clone the Job:
- Click the three dots (...) next to the job title.
- Select Clone Job.
- (Screenshot: Clone Job option in dropdown menu)
Edit the Job Details (Optional):
- Update the job title, description, perks, or salary to improve attractiveness.
- (Screenshot: Job edit screen with editable fields highlighted)
Publish the Cloned Job:
- Click Publish.
- Select the job boards you want to post to (e.g., LinkedIn, Naukri).
- (Screenshot: Job board selection modal)
Archive or Close the Old Job:
- To avoid confusion or duplicate applications, close or archive the original job.
- (Screenshot: Close Job option in dropdown menu)

Result: The cloned job is treated as a new posting by job boards, resetting the posting date and maximizing visibility.

Option 2: Reopen a Closed Job (For Internal or Limited External Refresh)

Go to "Closed Jobs":
- Find the job you want to reopen.
- (Screenshot: Closed Jobs tab)
Reopen the Job:
- Click the three dots (...) next to the job.
- Select Reopen Job.
- (Screenshot: Reopen Job option)
Republish to Boards:
- Attempt to republish to external boards.
- Note: Most boards will not update the posting date; the job may remain "old" in their listings.

Result: The job is visible again in PyjamaHR and on your Careers Page, but external visibility may not improve.

Option 3: Edit and Update the Job (Limited Effect)

You can edit the job description or details and republish.
However: Most job boards will not update the posting date or boost visibility unless the job is cloned and posted as new.

Advanced Usage & Best Practices

Always Clone for External Refresh: To reset the posting date on job boards, always use the Clone Job method.
Tweak Job Details: Update the job description, perks, or salary to attract more candidates (as advised in customer conversations).
Avoid Duplicate Listings: Close or archive the old job after cloning to prevent confusion and duplicate applications.
Monitor Application Flow: If applications drop, consider refreshing the job every few weeks.
Integrate Email Notifications: Ensure your work email is integrated to receive application alerts (Settings > Email).

Troubleshooting & Common Issues

Issue: Job Not Updating on LinkedIn or Other Boards

Symptom: You repost or edit a job, but the posting date on LinkedIn remains unchanged.
Solution: Clone the job and publish as a new posting. Editing or reopening does not reset the date on most boards.

Issue: Still Seeing Old Job on LinkedIn After Closing

Symptom: Closed job still appears on LinkedIn.
Solution: It may take some time for job boards to unpublish closed jobs. If the issue persists, contact PyjamaHR support with the job ID.

Issue: Not Receiving Applications

Symptom: No new applicants after refreshing.
Solution: Ensure the job is live and visible on job boards. Update job details for attractiveness. If still no applications, check integration status or contact support.

Issue: Email Notifications Not Received

Symptom: Not getting application alerts on your email.
Solution: Integrate your work email in PyjamaHR (Settings > Email). If authentication fails, verify credentials and try again.

Comprehensive FAQ

Q1: How do I refresh a job posting on LinkedIn or Naukri via PyjamaHR?
A: Clone the job and publish it as a new posting. Editing or reopening will not update the posting date on most boards.

Q2: Can I just edit the job to refresh it?
A: No. Editing does not reset the posting date on external job boards.

Q3: What happens if I reopen a closed job?
A: The job becomes visible in PyjamaHR and on your Careers Page, but external job boards may not treat it as new.

Q4: How often should I refresh my job postings?
A: Refresh every 2-4 weeks or when application flow drops.

Q5: Will cloning a job duplicate my applicants?
A: No. The new job will have a separate applicant pool. Close the old job to avoid confusion.

Q6: How do I avoid duplicate listings?
A: Always close or archive the original job after cloning and publishing the new one.

Q7: Why is my job still visible on LinkedIn after closing it in PyjamaHR?
A: It may take time for job boards to update. If the job remains visible after 24 hours, contact support with the job ID.

Q8: Can I pin jobs to the top of my Careers Page?
A: Currently, PyjamaHR does not support pinning jobs. This feature is under consideration.

Q9: What if I’m not receiving application emails?
A: Integrate your work email in PyjamaHR settings. If issues persist, share a screenshot with support.

Q10: Can I refresh a job without creating a new one?
A: No. To reset the posting date on external boards, you must clone and publish as new.

Job Board Integrations: Ensure all desired boards are connected (Settings > Integrations).
Email Integration: Set up your work email for notifications (Settings > Email).
Job Description Optimization: Update perks, benefits, and salary for better attraction.
Analytics: Monitor applicant flow and job performance in PyjamaHR dashboards.

Still have questions?
If you encounter issues not covered here, contact PyjamaHR Support with your job ID and a description of the problem for prompt assistance.

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This article is based strictly on real customer conversations and current PyjamaHR workflows as of June 2024. For the latest updates, always refer to the in-app help or contact support.

How to Refresh or Renew Job Board Postings for Maximum Visibility in PyjamaHR