# Getting started with ATS features

> A comprehensive guide to Dover's applicant tracking system (ATS) features for attracting, managing, and evaluating candidates.

Track and manage candidates through your entire hiring process using Dover's comprehensive ATS features.

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## Attracting talent

### 1\. Careers page

Dover can host a no-code careers page for you! Here's how:

1. Navigate to [https://app.dover.com/edit-careers-page](https://app.dover.com/edit-careers-page)
2. Customize your page with logo, branding, team photos, and company information
3. Integrate the careers page with your website (optional)

### 2\. Job posting

Create a job posting and share to attract candidates.

1. Click **+Job** to create a new position
2. Select your hiring team
3. Set your goal hire date
4. Add job details, description, and application form

### 3\. Job boards

Dover offers one-click integration with LinkedIn, Indeed, X Hiring. You can connect your job posting to 90+ additional job boards:

1. Access the **Job Boards** tab for your job
2. Search for your preferred job boards
3. Follow the connection instructions for each platform

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## Managing talent

### 1\. Applicants

Track and evaluate applicants from all sources in one central location:

- Review applications in the **Applicants** tab
- Take immediate action to bookmark, schedule, or reject
- Startups can sort candidates automatically based on your criteria with Applicant Sorting

### 2\. Candidates

Monitor candidate progress through the **Candidates** view:

- Track candidates across all interview stages
- Choose between kanban or list views
- Access detailed candidate profiles including contact details, status, and communication history

### 3\. Interview plan

Customize your interview process with flexible stage options:

- Create single-part and multi-part interview stages
- Add technical assessments and assignments
- Configure stage-specific feedback forms
- Set up automated email templates for each stage

### 4\. Emailing & scheduling

Streamline candidate communications with integrated tools:

1. Connect your email here: [https://app.dover.com/settings/account/email-connection](https://app.dover.com/settings/account/email-connection)
2. Enable direct candidate scheduling here: [https://app.dover.com/settings/account/interview-scheduling](https://app.dover.com/settings/account/interview-scheduling)
3. Access email templates for consistent communication

Note: Currently supports Google Calendar and Gmail integration as well as Microsoft Outlook.

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## Settings

### 1\. Email templates

For Google email users:

1. Navigate to [https://app.dover.com/settings/company/email-templates](https://app.dover.com/settings/company/email-templates)
2. Create and customize templates
3. Set default templates for each interview stage on the Interview Plan

### 2\. Interview feedback forms

Build standardized evaluation rubrics:

1. Navigate to [https://app.dover.com/settings/company/feedback-forms](https://app.dover.com/settings/company/feedback-forms)
2. Click **\+ Form** to create forms
3. Assign forms to specific interview stages
4. Submit feedback for a candidate profile

### 3\. Members & permissions

Configure team access and permissions:

1. Visit [https://app.dover.com/settings/company/members](https://app.dover.com/settings/company/members)
2. Set appropriate access levels (Admin or Basic)
3. Invite new team members or deactivate old team members
4. Team members can edit details (title, etc)

### 4\. Interview preferences

Configure your interview availability and personal settings:

1. Go to [https://app.dover.com/settings/account/interview-scheduling](https://app.dover.com/settings/account/interview-scheduling)
2. Add your calendar booking link. If using Dover Scheduling:
   - Authorize your calendar
   - Configure your scheduling availability
   - Set buffer times between interviews
   - Set your maximum number of interviews per day

Note: These settings help streamline the candidate scheduling process and ensure a consistent interview experience.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### How do I change a candidate's stage in the interview process?

- From the kanban Candidates view, you can drag the candidate to the correct stage in the interview process.
- From the candidate detail view, click the Status dropdown to update their interview stage.

### Which email providers does Dover support?

Currently, Dover only supports Google for email and calendar integration. Contact [support@dover.com](mailto:support@dover.com) for updates about additional providers.

### Can I customize the interview process for different roles?

Yes, create unique interview plans with single-part interviews, multi-part interviews, and assessments for each position.

### Where can I find candidate feedback?

Access feedback in the candidate's profile under the Interview Feedback tab. Hiring managers, interviewers, and admins can view all submitted feedback.

### How do I get additional help?

If you can't find answers in the Help Center, contact [support@dover.com](mailto:support@dover.com) for assistance.
