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Create compelling job descriptions and manage applicant communications efficiently.

Updated over a month ago

Learn how to create, import, or edit job descriptions to attract the right candidates for your roles.

Creating job descriptions

Add your job description in one of two ways:

Copy and paste an existing job description

  1. Go to the Job Posting tab

  2. Under Job Description, paste your job description

  3. Preview and adjust formatting as needed

  4. Click Save to lock in changes

Generate a job description using AI

  1. Go to the Job Posting tab

  2. Under Job Description, click Generate with AI

  3. Edit the content and formatting as needed

  4. Click Save to lock in changes

Editing job descriptions

Follow these steps to modify any job description:

  1. Go to the Job Posting tab

  2. Under Job Description, edit the content and formatting

  3. Use the preview feature to review changes

  4. Click Save to lock in changes

Setting Job Details

Location Requirements

Define your work location policy:

  • Choose work setting (In-office, Hybrid, or Remote only)

  • Specify if remote employees need to be in specific locations

  • Select eligible remote regions (e.g., United States)

Compensation Information

Configure compensation details:

  • Select currency (e.g., USD)

  • Set salary range

  • Choose whether to display compensation on job posting*

  • Indicate visa sponsorship availability

*Note that some places require compensation to be displayed. Please check with local laws to ensure compliance.

Customizing Application Form

Standard Questions

Manage default application fields:

  • First Name (required)

  • Last Name (required)

  • Email (required)

  • Phone Number

  • LinkedIn Profile URL

  • Resume Upload

Custom Questions

Add additional application questions:

  1. Click +Add Question

  2. Select question type:

    • Multiple choice

    • Short answer

    • Long answer

  3. Enter your question

  4. Set whether response is required

You can delete questions that you no longer need.

Managing Automated Emails

Dover can automatically send emails to applicants based on your settings (sent via [email protected]).

Application Confirmation Emails

Configure confirmation emails:

  1. Access Job Posting > Automation

  2. Enable "Send confirmation email to all applicants"

  3. Customize message using edit template

  4. Review in Preview Mode

  5. Click Submit

Application Rejection Emails

Set up automated rejection emails:

  1. Select your job in the Dover App

  2. Go to Job Posting > Automation

  3. Enable "Send rejection email to rejected applicants"

  4. Customize template using edit template

  5. Review in Preview Mode

  6. Click Submit

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I edit the AI-generated job description?

Yes, you can modify any job description at any time using the editing steps above.

Will my formatting be preserved when importing a job description?

Dover maintains basic formatting when you import a description, but you may need to adjust some elements in the editor.

How often can I update my job description?

You can edit your job description as often as needed. Changes will be reflected immediately in your job posting, your careers page, and on any job boards connected to Dover.

How can I add a cover letter?

The ATS does not support cover letters as separate attachments. If you want to request a cover letter as part of a job application, you can add a long-form question to the application form where applicants can paste in a cover letter.

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