The WP Job Manager Resume Manager Addon is a premium extension for the WP Job Manager plugin that adds a powerful resume management feature to your WordPress job board. It allows users to create, manage, and showcase their resumes directly on your site. Employers can then search, filter, and review resumes to find suitable candidates for their job listings. This addon is ideal for job boards, recruitment sites, and career portals, enhancing the interaction between job seekers and employers.

Key Features of the WP Job Manager Resume Manager Addon:

1. User Resume Submission:
   • Job seekers can submit their resumes via a simple form, filling out details like work experience, education, skills, and more.
   • The addon provides a user-friendly interface for creating resumes, including options to add personal information, job history, qualifications, and a skills section.
2. Resume Display on User Profiles:
   • Once users submit their resumes, they are displayed on their profile pages, allowing employers and recruiters to view detailed information about candidates.
   • The resume is usually formatted in a clean, easy-to-read format, with sections for work experience, education, and other relevant information.
3. Resume Listings:
   • Resumes are listed in a Resume Directory, which can be viewed by employers, recruiters, or other users. This helps job seekers make their resumes visible to potential employers without having to apply to a specific job.
   • You can display these resumes in a resume listing format, which is customizable to fit the look and feel of your website.
4. Resume Search and Filtering:
   • Employers and recruiters can search for resumes based on specific criteria such as job title, skills, location, or industry.
   • This search feature allows employers to filter candidates to find the most relevant resumes, making it easier to find qualified candidates for their open positions.
5. Resume Privacy and Visibility:
   • Users can set the privacy of their resumes. For example, they can choose to make their resumes public, visible only to registered users, or private (visible only to themselves).
   • This provides flexibility for users who want to keep their resumes hidden from the public but still accessible to potential employers.
6. Resume Edit and Update:
   • Job seekers can easily edit and update their resumes from their profile page. This allows them to keep their resumes up to date with their latest job experience, skills, and qualifications.
   • Resumes can be updated or deleted if a user no longer wishes to showcase them.
7. Resume Export:
   • The addon often includes functionality that allows users to download their resume as a PDF or other file format. This makes it easy for job seekers to keep a copy of their resume and submit it directly to employers outside the platform.
8. Employer Resume Viewing:
   • Employers can browse resumes in a central directory or search for resumes by filtering according to job type, skills, or experience level.
   • This feature provides employers with a comprehensive view of the available talent pool, making it easier to match candidates with job openings.
9. Admin Controls:
   • Admins have full control over the resume submissions and can review, edit, or delete resumes as needed.
   • Admins can also configure the display settings, such as the fields shown on resumes and the layout of the resume directory.
10. Integrates with Other WP Job Manager Extensions:
    • The Resume Manager Addon integrates seamlessly with other WP Job Manager extensions like Job Alerts, Applications, and Bookmarks, allowing for a more comprehensive job board experience.

How to Set Up the WP Job Manager Resume Manager Addon:

1. Install WP Job Manager Plugin:

• Before you can use the Resume Manager Addon, you need to have the WP Job Manager plugin installed. You can install it by going to Plugins > Add New and searching for WP Job Manager.

2. Purchase and Install the Resume Manager Addon:

• The Resume Manager Addon is a premium extension that can be purchased from the WP Job Manager website.
• After purchasing the addon, download the ZIP file from your account page.
• To install it, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin, select the ZIP file you downloaded, click Install Now, and activate the plugin.

3. Configure the Resume Manager Addon:

• Once the addon is activated, go to Job Manager > Settings in your WordPress dashboard.
• You will find a Resume Manager tab where you can adjust settings related to resume submissions, display options, and other preferences.
  • Configure the resume submission form to include the necessary fields (e.g., work experience, education, skills).
  • Set visibility options for resumes (public, private, or restricted access).
  • Customize the look and feel of the resume directory (e.g., layout, filters, search options).
  • Enable or disable the option to allow job seekers to upload files (such as PDF versions of resumes).

4. Add Resume Submission Forms:

• You need to create a Resume Submission Page where job seekers can submit their resumes.
  • Go to Pages > Add New and create a page called "Submit Resume" (or something similar).
  • Use the [submit_resume] shortcode to display the resume submission form on this page.
• You can also display the Resume Directory by creating a page and using the [resume_directory] shortcode. This page will list all public resumes, which employers can browse through.

5. Customizing the Resume Directory:

• You can customize the layout of the resume directory using WP Job Manager's template system or by adjusting the default templates.
• To modify the template files, you can copy the necessary templates from the plugin’s directory into your theme and customize them based on your design preferences.

6. Employer Access to Resumes:

• To enable employers to browse resumes, you can configure their user roles with the right permissions.
• Employers can filter resumes by keyword, location, skills, job type, and more to find the most relevant candidates.

Example Use Cases for the Resume Manager Addon:

1. Job Boards for Various Industries:
   • If you run a general job board or industry-specific job site, the Resume Manager Addon allows job seekers to post their resumes and make them visible to potential employers in the same industry.
2. Freelancer Platforms:
   • For freelancer websites, the addon allows freelancers to post their resumes to showcase their skills, experience, and previous work. Employers can browse resumes to find suitable candidates for their projects.
3. Recruitment Agencies:
   • Recruitment agencies can use the Resume Manager Addon to create a database of candidates that they can easily search through, matching resumes to job openings more efficiently.
4. University or College Career Portals:
   • Universities or colleges can use this addon to allow students to create and share their resumes with employers looking to hire new graduates.

Troubleshooting:

• Resume Form Not Showing:
  • Ensure that the [submit_resume] shortcode is placed on the correct page. Also, check that the page is published and accessible.
  • Make sure that your user roles are correctly set up to allow users to submit resumes.
• Resumes Not Displaying:
  • Verify that the [resume_directory] shortcode is added to the correct page and that you have the necessary resume display settings enabled.
  • Ensure that the resume visibility settings are set to allow public or restricted access, depending on your preferences.
• Employer Access Issues:
  • Make sure that the appropriate user role (e.g., Employer) has permissions to view resumes. You may need to modify the permissions in the settings of WP Job Manager or through custom user role management plugins.

Conclusion:

The WP Job Manager Resume Manager Addon is a great addition to any job board, providing a way for job seekers to showcase their resumes and for employers to easily find qualified candidates. By enabling resume submissions, searches, and personalized profiles, this addon helps create a comprehensive job portal with both job listings and candidate resumes. If you need further assistance with setting it up or customizing the resume management features, feel free to reach out!