This article walks through how to configure user access to BrightHire Plan features. Learn where to manage user settings, how Interview Roles and Plan Roles work together, and what level of access Admins and Editors have when creating and managing job descriptions and plans.
Navigate to Configure → Users List in BrightHire.
Locate the user whose Plan Role you want to update.
Set the user’s Plan Role to one of the following options:
Admin
Editor
No Access
Save the changes to apply the new role.
Permissions:
When inviting a new user to BrightHire, you'll now see two columns: Interview Role and Plan Role. You can adjust the individual permissions for each type of role. Plan Roles focus on managing job descriptions and interview plans, while Interview Roles govern permissions related to conducting and reviewing interviews. These roles are managed separately to ensure clarity and proper access control.
Plan Role Access Breakdown
Admin - Can manage Plan access for other users and view/edit all job descriptions and plans
Ideal for team leads or administrators who oversee multiple users and require full access.
Editor - Can create and manage the job descriptions and plans they own.
Suitable for Hiring Managers or team members responsible for specific job descriptions or plans.
No Access - Cannot use Plan features
Assigned to users who do not require access to the Plan feature.|
FAQs about Plan Roles
Q: Why are Plan Roles separate from Interview Roles?
A: Plan Roles and Interview Roles govern different parts of BrightHire. Plan Roles focus on job descriptions and interview plans, while Interview Roles manage permissions related to conducting and reviewing interviews.
Q: Can a user have both Admin and Editor roles?
A: No, a user can only have one Plan Role at a time. Choose the role that best fits their responsibilities.
Q: What happens if a user’s Plan Role is set to No Access?
A: The user will not be able to view or interact with any Plan features.
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