How to Use the Greenhouse MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I configure Greenhouse within Cursor?

Create a .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root. Add the MCP server configuration under the mcpServers key, then enable Agent mode in your chat panel to start using the tools.

Q: Can I move applicants through stages using Greenhouse and Cursor?

Yes, you can advance candidates programmatically. The advanceapplication tool moves the application to the next defined stage in your hiring pipeline.

Q: Does Cursor allow me to view detailed job requirements from Greenhouse?

Yes, the getjobdetails tool fetches metadata for any specific opening. You can use this to compare candidate profiles against actual job requirements.

Q: What happens when an API connection drops?

You can call getapistatus to diagnose connection issues. It checks your credentials and reports whether the server can communicate with the platform.

Feed live Greenhouse candidate data directly into your Cursor editor to build custom recruiting tools using this MCP Server.

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Build Custom Hiring Dashboards in Cursor

`list_applications` retrieves active applications so you can render custom views directly in your workspace. Cursor uses these live payloads to write UI code that displays your actual pipeline status instead of placeholder data. By combining this with `list_open_jobs`, you can build internal tools that match open roles to applicant volume. Your editor handles the code generation while this MCP Server provides the raw data.

Bulk Update Candidate Records

`update_candidate` modifies candidate files programmatically based on criteria you define in chat. You can write scripts in your editor that call this tool to clean up formatting errors or add missing company names. If you need to add new applicants from an external database, `create_candidate` writes their first name, last name, and company info straight to your account. This keeps your records uniform without manual entry.

Track Department and Office Headcount

`list_departments` fetches your organizational structure so your code can group open roles correctly. You can pair this with `list_offices` to map where your hiring needs are most urgent. Your agent uses `get_job_details` to extract specific requirements for each role. This lets you build automated matching scripts that run locally inside your editor.

Setup guide

Set up Greenhouse MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the Greenhouse MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent Greenhouse transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Greenhouse tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "greenhouse-alternative-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Greenhouse MCP in Cursor

Create a `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root. Add the MCP server configuration under the `mcpServers` key, then enable Agent mode in your chat panel to start using the tools.

Yes, you can advance candidates programmatically. The `advance_application` tool moves the application to the next defined stage in your hiring pipeline.

Yes, the `get_job_details` tool fetches metadata for any specific opening. You can use this to compare candidate profiles against actual job requirements.

You can call `get_api_status` to diagnose connection issues. It checks your credentials and reports whether the server can communicate with the platform.

Your recruitment records and job descriptions remain protected because all tool executions happen inside isolated containers. Vinkius manages the API key transit with strict encryption, ensuring your hiring metrics are never exposed.

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