How to Use the Jaicob MCP in Claude

Q: How do I configure the Jaicob MCP Server with my local Claude Desktop app?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the Jaicob configuration under the mcpServers key. Once you restart Claude Desktop, the hiring tools will show up under the hammer icon.

Q: Can I use Jaicob on Claude Desktop to view active job applications?

Yes, you can ask Claude Desktop to run listapplications to pull live submissions. It queries your Jaicob database in real-time and displays the results directly in your chat.

Q: Does Jaicob support custom CRM fields when running on Claude Desktop?

The Jaicob createcandidate tool maps standard fields automatically, but you can instruct Claude Desktop to format notes based on your custom requirements. It processes your raw chat text and matches it to your Jaicob database structure.

Q: How does the Claude Desktop agent know which client organization to link to a Jaicob vacancy?

The server uses listclients to fetch your active Jaicob organizations. Your Claude Desktop agent matches the company name from your prompt to the correct ID before linking any vacancies.

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Track open roles directly in Claude Desktop

Stop jumping between your external recruitment boards and your Claude Desktop chat window. This MCP Server lets your local Claude Desktop app pull active Jaicob job openings using `list_vacancies` instantly. Draft personalized outreach or update Jaicob job descriptions right in your Claude Desktop interface. Whenever a candidate asks about a specific role, your Claude Desktop agent pulls the details immediately. Running the Jaicob `list_clients` tool verifies which organization owns the vacancy, ensuring you never share confidential client data.

Register new applicants during chat sessions

Avoid manual data entry into your Jaicob database from Claude Desktop when a promising applicant reaches out. Just tell Claude Desktop to run `create_candidate` to build a clean profile on the fly. Context from your Claude Desktop conversation maps directly to the correct Jaicob fields. Before creating a new record, the Claude Desktop agent runs `list_candidates` to prevent duplicate entries. Your Jaicob database stays completely clean while you focus on the interview in Claude Desktop.

Monitor recruitment leads inside the desktop app

Align your sales and recruiting pipelines without leaving your Claude Desktop workspace using this MCP integration. Your Claude Desktop agent queries `list_recruitment_leads` to show you which Jaicob accounts need immediate follow-up. Daily Jaicob recruitment standups stay fast and focused within Claude Desktop. Verify the status of active submissions with `list_applications` to see who is moving forward in Jaicob. Claude Desktop becomes a live command center for your entire Jaicob operation.

Setup guide

Set up Jaicob MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Jaicob MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Jaicob MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under jaicob-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Jaicob MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the Jaicob configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Once you restart Claude Desktop, the hiring tools will show up under the hammer icon.

Yes, you can ask Claude Desktop to run `list_applications` to pull live submissions. It queries your Jaicob database in real-time and displays the results directly in your chat.

The Jaicob `create_candidate` tool maps standard fields automatically, but you can instruct Claude Desktop to format notes based on your custom requirements. It processes your raw chat text and matches it to your Jaicob database structure.

The server uses `list_clients` to fetch your active Jaicob organizations. Your Claude Desktop agent matches the company name from your prompt to the correct ID before linking any vacancies.

Your Jaicob recruitment leads, candidate profiles, and application histories never touch third-party databases during Claude Desktop sessions. All queries run through a secure V8 sandbox, meaning your sensitive hiring data stays locked down between Claude Desktop and Jaicob.

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