By Head Random 2026-08-13 10:34 PM

Guide to Install and Use Job Posting & Applicant Tracking System (Poly Work) for WordPress

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Learn how to install, configure, and manage job postings and CV applications using the Job Posting & Applicant Tracking System (Poly Work - wppolywork) plugin for WordPress.

Quick Installation Guide

  1. Download poly-work.zip.
  2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin in WP Admin and activate it.
  3. Access Poly Work > Settings to configure permalinks and settings.

System Architecture & Application Pipeline

graph TD
    A[Frontend Single Job Page / [poly-work-form]] --> B[Fill Contact Details & Attach CV File]
    B --> C[AJAX POST to poly_work_submit_application]
    C --> D[Save CV in Protected Directory wp-content/uploads/poly-work-cvs]
    D --> E[Generate Unique SHA-256 Tracking Hash Code]
    E --> F[Store Candidate Meta under _poly_work_applications]
    F --> G[Dispatch HR Alert Email & Render Hash Code to Applicant]

Secure CV Upload & Unique Hash Tracking Flow

graph TD
    A[Applicant Inputs SHA-256 Hash Code on /work-status/] --> B[Shortcode [poly-work-status] Verification]
    B --> C[Lookup Candidate Application in Post Meta]
    C --> D[Display Current HR Status Pending Review Interview Accepted Rejected]
    D --> E[Show Public Remarks & Interview Instructions]

Candidate Status Lifecycle & Admin Workflow

graph TD
    A[Admin Opens Poly Work > Applications] --> B[Filter by Job Title / Search Keyword / Status]
    B --> C[Securely Download CV via Verified Handler]
    C --> D[Update Status Pending -> Reviewing -> Interview -> Accepted / Rejected]
    D --> E[Add Internal HR Admin Notes]
    E --> F[Notify Applicant of Decision Update]

Available Shortcodes

  • [poly-work-form]: Displays job application form.
  • [poly-work-status]: Renders application status checking interface.
  • [poly-work-related]: Displays related job vacancies.