Display job categories from your job listings dynamically in Elementor templates. This tag works with WordPress’s built-in taxonomy system, specifically the ‘job_listing_category’ taxonomy that WP Job Manager registers but hides from standard Elementor taxonomy selections.
Usage
- Open the Elementor editor
- Add any text-based widget (Heading, Text Editor, etc.)
- Click the Dynamic Tags icon (database symbol)
- Select “Job Category” from the WP Job Manager group
- Choose whether categories should be displayed as links
Important Note for Developers
While ‘job_listing_category’ is a standard WordPress taxonomy, WP Job Manager intentionally hides it from Elementor’s standard taxonomy widgets and controls. This dynamic tag provides direct access to these categories, allowing you to display them in your templates without workarounds.
Features
Link Options
- Show Links: Toggle between linked and plain text categories
- Multiple Categories: Automatically handles multiple category assignments
- Safe HTML: Properly escaped links and category names
Backend Fields
The tag works with WordPress’s taxonomy system:
- Taxonomy Name:
job_listing_category - Post Type:
job_listing - Term Relationship: Many-to-many (multiple categories per job)
Common Use Cases
- Category lists in job details
- Category filters
- Job type indicators
- Archive page sorting
- Related jobs by category
Best Practices
- Use consistent category structures across job listings
- Consider whether categories should be clickable
- Plan your category hierarchy carefully
- Use categories for meaningful job grouping
Need Help?
If you’re experiencing issues not covered here:
- Check if categories are properly set up in WP Job Manager
- Verify your category assignments
- Test both linked and unlinked displays
- Contact support with specific examples