GrowCareer - Job Board & Recruitment Management WordPress Theme

GrowCareer is a high-performance Job Board and Recruitment Management WordPress theme designed for recruiters, staffing agencies, and corporate hiring platforms. More than a standard job listing theme, GrowCareer delivers a complete recruitment solution with role-based dashboards, advanced search and filtering, and a clean, fully responsive user interface. Manage job listings, candidates, employers, and hiring workflows from one centralized, scalable platform.

With one-click demo import and an enterprise-ready architecture, GrowCareer lets you launch a professional recruitment website in minutes – optimized for performance, usability, and conversion.

THEME FEATURES

• Responsive – This theme is responsive to give a perfect user experience on all devices.
• Redux Framework – A free drag & drop framework that comes with a bunch of built in extensions that will help you develop premium themes fast & easy.
• Built in plugins:
  • Jws Recruit Dashboard included.
  • GrowCareer Core included.
  • Elementor Page Builder included.
  • Advanced Custom Fields plugin included.
  • Jws Variation Swatches for WooCommerce included.
• Boxed or full width layout – This can be set globally or even per page!
• Built on Twitter Bootstrap – GrowCareer uses Twitter Bootstrap. This means that a range of shortcodes are automatically supported. For ease of use you can use the Elementor,  easy Bootstrap Shortcode or any other plugins to easily add visuals to your website.
• Built with Less .scss
• Shortcode Support.
• Footer – Easily adjust the footer column count from 1 to 4 columns.
• Font Adjusting – Easily adjust the fonts within the theme with our robust theme customizer.
• Header stick – Sticky Header is a godsend for those people who are tired of scrolling up from the bottom of the webpage to select an other menu item. GrowCareer’s main menu with logo will be following when you scroll and always be at the top of the screen. Now the viewers of your site will be thankful for the fast and easy navigation. And of course, this sticky header feature can be easily enabled/disabled in options panel of your theme.
• Unlimited Color Options.
• Moveable & Unlimited Sidebars – Move the sidebar to the left, the right, or hide it entirely for a full width page or post! (global or page/post specific).
• Designed with HTML5 and CSS3.
• Customizable Design & Code.
• 800+ Google Fonts.
• All installed Extensions are included.
• Cross Browser Support.
• Detailed Documentation Included.
• Full Support.
• + many more features.
• More features coming soon.

CONNECT TO SUPPORT

• Availability of the author to answer questions.
• Answering technical questions about item’s features.
• Assistance with reported bugs and issues.
• Help with included 3rd party assets.

We assist our customers from Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (GMT +7), and respond to all inquiries within 24 hours via tickets or private messaging.

If you encounter any issues with registration or have questions about the theme’s features before purchase, please use the contact form located at the bottom right of our profile. Kindly note that we do not respond to support inquiries posted in the comments section.

Take advantage of our limited-time offer: purchase now and receive complimentary installation support valued at $50. To qualify, customers encountering installation issues despite following instructions must submit a detailed support ticket, including a comprehensive error description and WordPress administrator credentials, to facilitate efficient resolution.

CHANGELOG

• Fixed: Dashboard footer missing on most tabs.
• Fixed: Job Posting Gender field options.
• Fixed: Location dropdown placeholder behavior.
• Fixed: JobPosting schema address parsing.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Fixed: Dashboard Job Preferences tab empty page issue.
• Fixed: 22+ untranslatable dashboard and theme messages.
• Fixed: Job Alert consent text translation.
• Fixed: Gender field placeholder and default selection.
• Fixed: Experience and Career Level dropdown placeholders.
• Fixed: Multi-character currency symbol overlap in pay fields.
• Fixed: Save Job icon color consistency.
• Fixed: Register popup validation message translation.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Improved: JobPosting structured data accuracy for SEO.
• Improved: Expired job schema handling per Google guidelines.
• Improved: Job description shortcodes in structured data.
• Note: Update Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Fixed: Load More duplicate results on rapid clicks.
• Fixed: Load More ignoring active filters.
• Fixed: Google sign-up on team invitation pages.
• Fixed: Team invitation creating duplicate company profiles.
• Fixed: Application deadline toggle not resetting job status.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Fixed: Multiple job widgets pagination interference.
• Fixed: Membership page package values display.
• Fixed: Search by Location widget field spacing.
• Fixed: Section heading hierarchy for SEO and accessibility.
• Fixed: Package settings helper text visibility in admin.
• Fixed: Job Categories section title on single job page.
• Fixed: Candidates widget Load More functionality.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Added: Show Skills & Languages inside Job Details option.
• Added: Job Details Order drag-and-drop setting.
• Fixed: Candidate to Employer role conversion.
• Fixed: Draft jobs appearing in wrong employer accounts.
• Fixed: Membership package limit display and enforcement.
• Fixed: Employers/Candidates admin filter.
• Fixed: Jws Jobs/Companies/Candidates widget pagination.
• Fixed: Duplicate Company taxonomy fields in editor.
• Fixed: Company placeholder image not using Theme Options default.
• Improved: Company Size as selectable taxonomy with predefined ranges.
• Improved: Registration page card styling and RTL support.
• Important: New options are OFF by default. Enable under Theme Options > Jobs > Jobs Single > Show List Details.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Added: Company Registration Approval workflow (auto-approve or require admin approval).
• Added: Employer dashboard notices for incomplete or pending profiles.
• Added: Job publishing gate until company profile is approved.
• Added: WP Admin Users filter for Employers/Candidates.
• Fixed: Team invitation role assignment.
• Fixed: Default package limits not copying on registration.
• Fixed: Company visibility toggle bypassing approval workflow.
• Important: New approval workflow defaults to Auto Approve. Enable admin approval in Theme Options > Login/Register if needed.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Added: Jws Jobs widget query options for all job taxonomies.
• Added: Jws Jobs widget Filter Groups and Top-level Terms Only options.
• Added: Single job page new detail fields (Salary, Location, Schedule, Career Level, etc.).
• Added: Single job page Job Sections Order drag-and-drop setting.
• Added: Single job page clickable Job Categories badges option.
• Fixed: Save Job / Follow Company session expired error.
• Fixed: Jws Jobs widget pagination on Elementor pages.
• Improved: Job Details section icons consistency.
• Improved: Company taxonomy panels in Gutenberg sidebar.
• Changed: Default values for Number of People, Salary Rate, and Direct Contact settings.
• Important: New Show List Details options are OFF by default. Go to Theme Options > Jobs > Show List Details to enable them.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Added: Job Type Slug and Company Location Slug options in Theme Options.
• Fixed: Filter search not finding existing terms.
• Fixed: Filter search now matches child terms under parents.
• Fixed: Filter search box clearing behavior.
• Fixed: Page interaction blocked during filtering.
• Fixed: Results disappearing during filter/pagination loading.
• Fixed: Suggested Skills taxonomy interface.
• Improved: Filter sections expand/collapse on header click.
• Improved: Save Job / Follow Company error messages.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Added: Paid/Unpaid salary option to job posting form.
• Fixed: Job Preferences dashboard tab loading.
• Fixed: Posted Jobs list title and link display.
• Fixed: Save/Favorite button for company team members.
• Fixed: Dashboard field placeholder alignment.
• Fixed: Job taxonomy panels in Gutenberg sidebar.
• Fixed: RTL mode CSS compilation.
• Fixed: Salary currency symbol overlap.
• Fixed: Author box social icons display.
• Fixed: Date Posted widget duplicate text.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

Version 3.2.7 – Jul 10, 2026

• Added: Editable email template for registration verification.
• Added: Editable email template for team invitation.
• Fixed: Admin notification for new job submissions.
• Fixed: Applicant notification email delivery.
• Fixed: Empty email body fallback content.
• Improved: Job posted date display and structured data.
• Improved: Unified job listing time labels for translation.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Fixed: Featured Job limit now enforced correctly.
• Fixed: Candidate Reviews display and moderation in admin.
• Fixed: Candidate Review rating calculation.
• Fixed: Add Candidate page creating duplicate drafts.
• Fixed: Multi-select placeholder selectable as value.
• Improved: Translation support for theme and dashboard plugin.
• Improved: Compatibility with latest WordPress and PHP 8.4+.
• Note: Update GrowCareer theme and Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (in the plugins folder).

• Fixed: Minor bugs.

• Fixed: Search Box visibility logic to restore the “Closed/Collapsed” state.
• Improved: Category Job Query performance.
• Added: “Pending” status for User Invitations to track invitation lifecycle.
• Note: To update to this version, please update GrowCareer theme & Jws Recruit Dashboard 3.3.1 version(located in the plugins folder of the download package).

• Fixed: Team invite functionality.
• Fixed: Role permission flaw in Job Alerts.
• Fixed: “Jobs” anchor tab in Company Header.
• Note: To update to this version, please update GrowCareer theme & Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (located in the plugins folder of the download package).

• Improved: Various bug fixes and minor improvements.
• Note: To update to this version, please update GrowCareer theme & Jws Recruit Dashboard plugin (located in the plugins folder of the download package).

• Fixed: Pop-up login blocking critical user flows.
• Fixed: CV upload not saving; “Download CV” button missing on profiles.
• Fixed: Duplicate social networks in dropdown (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter).
• Fixed: Location field limited to single level in dashboard.
• Fixed: “I currently work here” checkbox not persisting.
• Fixed: Team invitations giving empty dashboard to Recruiter/Admin roles.
• Fixed: Social icons UI and privacy display issues.

• Fixed: Pop-up login blocking critical user flows.
• Fixed: Unified standard forms and social login behavior globally.
• Fixed: Site address handling and display.
• Fixed: Social network fields in WP Admin Company creation now use preset dropdowns.
• Fixed: Rich text (WYSIWYG) editors for Job Description, Company Profile, and Candidate Profile.
• Fixed: Jobs created in WP Admin now manageable from company frontend dashboard.
• Fixed: Salary field — “Negotiable” option, correct labels, and input overlap.
• Fixed: “Package limit reached” now shown before job creation starts.
• Fixed: Skills & Experience dropdowns now support multi-select.
• Fixed: Apply Job Questions logic and flow.
• Fixed: “Send daily updates” in Set Preferences is now optional.
• Fixed: Candidate job activity bulk actions and CV viewing permission error.
• Fixed: CV upload on frontend now attaches to candidate profile for employer quick view.
• Fixed: Mandatory/optional CV setting respected on application form.
• Fixed: Search result pages now inherit custom header from archive pages.
• Fixed: Main header search widget category dropdown completed.
• Fixed: AJAX live search on desktop and dashboard.
• Fixed: Consistent query parameters between search bars and sidebar filters.
• Fixed: Job card taxonomy badges now link to theme search URLs.
• Fixed: “Jobs” tab in mobile navigation for company active jobs.
• Fixed: Mobile scrolling freeze/jitter on company dashboard.
• Added: Theme option to control visible social networks in user dropdowns.
• Improved: Compatible with PHP 8.4.x.
• Tested: Compatible with last WordPress.

• Fixed: Job Alerts restricted to logged-in users only.
• Fixed: Login required before applying for jobs.
• Fixed: Duplicate job application submissions.
• Fixed: Direct Apply mode ignoring custom Apply Job Questions.
• Fixed: Broken “Connect With Me” links on Candidate and Company profiles.
• Fixed: Missing link on taxonomy single job view.
• Fixed: Employment Type Schema (JSON-LD) now dynamically mapped per Google guidelines.
• Fixed: Job Posting Schema (JSON-LD) overhauled to meet Google Jobs requirements.
• Fixed: Schema now correctly parses Country, State, City, and Zip Code from Google Maps address.
• Improved: Registration form now includes First Name, Last Name, and Mobile Number.
• Improved: Mobile responsiveness for Candidate and Company dashboard tables.
• Improved: General UI and layout improvements.

• Fixed: Restricted Job Alert creation to logged-in users only.
• Fixed: Prevented duplicate job application submissions.
• Fixed: Profile data loss when editing Qualifications and Industry fields.
• Fixed: ATS candidate status not updating visually after change.
• Fixed: Broken “Connect With Me” links on Candidate and Company profiles.
• Fixed: Schema JSON-LD — job type, country, and logo now output correctly.
• Fixed: Schema validThrough error when job has no expiry date.
• Fixed: Multi-step form data loss when user exits before completing all steps.
• Fixed: Direct Apply mode ignoring custom Apply Job Questions.
• Fixed: Company thumbnail display in layout 2.
• Fixed: Dashboard search logic.
• Fixed: Admin user auto-creating a Company profile on account creation.
• Fixed: Team invite redirect leading to a dead-end page after acceptance.
• Improved: Mobile responsiveness for Candidate and Company dashboard tables.
• Improved: Registration form now collects First Name, Last Name, and Mobile.
• Improved: Resume/CV upload added when manually adding a candidate.
• Improved: Date fields now use a calendar picker instead of manual text input.
• Improved: Added “Currently Working Here” checkbox to disable End Date field.
• Improved: Added Theme Option to customize mobile toolbar navigation colors.
• Improved: Multi-step form now auto-saves progress at each step.

• Improved: Added function_exists check for get_field() function.

• Improved: General security enhancements.
• Fixed: Minor bugs.

• Improved: Company and candidate search.
• Improved: Listing UI and logo display.
• Added: Company links to titles.
• Fixed: Candidate rating filter.
• Fixed: Minor bugs.

• Added: GrowCareer Child Theme.
• Fixed: Some bugs.

• Released: Initial version.