CATS ATS Connector for AI agents.
8 live capabilities
Manage your recruitment pipeline and candidate sourcing from a chat interface.
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Why people use CATS ATS
CATS ATS Recruitment Workflow Management
With this Connector, you just ask your agent. You get a summary of candidates, a list of open jobs, or a history of notes in one place. You stop clicking and start hiring.
What Vinkius changes
You get a conversational interface for your entire recruitment database.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 6,100+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Finding a specific candidate by name
A recruiter asks for 'Sarah' and gets a list of matches with their current status immediately using search_candidates.
- Real-world use case 02
Checking the current workload
A manager asks for all active jobs to see how many roles are currently being filled with list_job_orders.
- Real-world use case 03
Reviewing notes before a call
A headhunter wants to see the last 10 notes on a candidate to prep for a phone call using list_recruitment_activities.
Complete set · 8capabilities
The complete CATS ATS capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with CATS ATS.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 8 available through CATS ATS.
- 01 Capability
Get candidate details
Get the full profile and status for a specific candidate. It's great for quickly reviewing a person's history.
- 02 Capability
Get job details
Pull the specific requirements and details for a job order. Use this to keep the job scope front and center.
- 03 Capability
List job orders
See every open position and active job order. It gives you a snapshot of your current workload.
- 04 Capability
List recruitment activities
See the latest notes and updates in your recruitment pipeline. It keeps you updated on the most recent interactions.
05—08
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 8 available through CATS ATS.
- 05 Capability
List candidates
Get a full list of everyone in your ATS database. This is your starting point for any candidate search.
- 06 Capability
List recruitment companies
View all the client companies you're currently working with. It helps you see the bigger picture of your portfolio.
- 07 Capability
List recruitment contacts
Find the people associated with your client companies. This makes it easy to know who to reach out to.
- 08 Capability
Search candidates
Filter your database by specific criteria to find the right people. This is the fastest way to source talent.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask CATS ATS to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use CATS ATS from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kAmubBZqPB6NkVLyY4FRIKHW6cxJITRDFPd2PYSJ/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it CATS ATS, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable CATS ATS for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kAmubBZqPB6NkVLyY4FRIKHW6cxJITRDFPd2PYSJ/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the CATS ATS URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable CATS ATS in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"cats-ats": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kAmubBZqPB6NkVLyY4FRIKHW6cxJITRDFPd2PYSJ/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using CATS ATS
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using CATS ATS, help me...". 8 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"cats-ats": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kAmubBZqPB6NkVLyY4FRIKHW6cxJITRDFPd2PYSJ/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using CATS ATS
Ask Copilot: "Using CATS ATS, help me...". 8 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"cats-ats": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kAmubBZqPB6NkVLyY4FRIKHW6cxJITRDFPd2PYSJ/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using CATS ATS
Open Cascade and ask: "Using CATS ATS, help me...". 8 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"cats-ats": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kAmubBZqPB6NkVLyY4FRIKHW6cxJITRDFPd2PYSJ/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using CATS ATS
Ask Cline: "Using CATS ATS, help me...". 8 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add cats-ats --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kAmubBZqPB6NkVLyY4FRIKHW6cxJITRDFPd2PYSJ/mcp" - Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using CATS ATS
Ask Claude: "Using CATS ATS, show me...". 8 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work CATS ATS can move forward.
For recruiters and HR pros who spend way too much time digging through an ATS dashboard to find basic info or status updates.
Technical Recruiter
Finding specific engineers in a massive database without typing fifty different filters.
Hiring Manager
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HR Administrator
Managing company contacts and mapping out client data without manual data entry.
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Bring your own AI
Change the model, client or framework. Keep CATS ATS connected.
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Before you connect
Questions about CATS ATS.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can I use CATS ATS MCP to find candidates?
Yes, it lets you search and list profiles based on names or specific filters. You can ask your agent to find specific people in your database without having to navigate through your ATS dashboard.
How does CATS ATS MCP help with job orders?
It pulls details for all active positions and open job orders. This gives you a quick snapshot of your current workload and the requirements for each role directly in your chat.
Can I see my recruitment notes with CATS ATS MCP?
Yes, it lists recent activities and notes. You can use it to stay updated on the most recent interactions and updates for any candidate in your pipeline.
Does CATS ATS MCP work with my current ATS account?
Yes, it connects to your CATS v3 account using your API key. This allows your AI agent to pull real-time data from your existing recruitment system.
Can I see client companies using CATS ATS MCP?
Yes, it lists all client companies and their associated contacts. This makes it easy to see your portfolio and know who to reach out to for specific accounts.
Is CATS ATS MCP good for HR admins?
It is excellent for HR admins who need to manage company data and staff contacts. It allows you to query that information quickly without opening the dashboard.
Can I search for candidates by their name or status?
Yes! Use the search_candidates capability with a filter like first_name:"John". The agent will return matching profiles from your CATS database.
How do I see the latest notes added to a candidate?
Use the list_recruitment_activities capability. Your agent will fetch the recent activity feed, which includes notes, status changes, and emails for all candidates.
Where do I find my CATS v3 API Key?
Log in to your CATS account, go to 'Administration' and look for the 'API' section. You can generate and copy your v3 key from there.
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