Prohibited Third Party Job Boards
Why This Rejection Happens
This campaign was rejected because it facilitates third-party job listings or recruitment aggregation. Carriers strictly prohibit 10DLC traffic that aggregates job offers from multiple employers due to high rates of employment scams and unsolicited messaging.
Common Triggers:
- Aggregating job listings from other companies.
- Headhunting services without direct employer brand relationship.
- "Work from home" or "Be your own boss" vague offers.
Root Cause Analysis
Primary Triggers
- Third-Party Nature: The brand registering the campaign is not the entity hiring the employee.
- Aggregation: The website or samples show lists of jobs from various different companies.
- High-Risk Language: Use of terms associated with employment scams (e.g., "Mystery Shopper," "Quick Cash").
Step-by-Step Remediation
Determine First-Party vs. Third-Party Status
You must determine if you are hiring directly for your own company or for others. If you are a recruiting agency, you must register as the direct employer (the agency) or register individual campaigns for each client you represent (if you have their EIN and authorization).
Adjust Business Model (If Applicable)
If you are a legitimate staffing agency, your campaign must strictly reflect "Staffing" use cases and typically requires a specific "Staffing" attribute if available, or registration as a Sole Proprietor is forbidden.
✓ Compliant Example (Staffing Agency)
"Hi [Name], this is Recruiter John from Apex Staffing. We have a new internal opening for a Shift Lead at our downtown branch. Reply YES to hear more."✗ Non-Compliant Example (Job Board)
"New jobs in your area! Click here to view openings from Amazon, Walmart, and others: jobs-link.com"Review Web Presence
Your website must clearly demonstrate that you are a legitimate entity. If your homepage is a generic list of links or looks like a "link farm," it will flag as a prohibited job board.
Carrier-Specific Requirements
T-Mobile
- Strictly prohibits "Affiliate Lead Generation" which often overlaps with 3rd party job boards.
- Requires direct consent; consent cannot be bought/sold.
AT&T
- Blocks traffic resembling "Work from Home" scams.
- High scrutiny on recruiting messages without clear brand identification.
Verizon
- Classifies job aggregation as high-risk spam.
- Permanent blocks for domains associated with employment fraud.
MyTCRPlus Tools That Can Help
TCR Use Case Selector
Ensure you are not incorrectly categorized. If you are a staffing agency, ensure you select the correct vertical.
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Review the specific language carriers flag as "Job Board" spam to clean up your samples.
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Get specific advice on pivoting your campaign registration if you are a legitimate staffing firm.
[cite_start]Use This Tool → [cite: 1]Pre-Resubmission Checklist
- Confirmed the business is NOT an aggregator or affiliate job board.
- Website clearly identifies the business entity (not just a list of links).
- Sample messages identify the *specific* employer (Your Brand).
- Removed references to "Multiple Companies" or "Various Openings".
- Verified consent is collected directly, not purchased from a third party.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Ignoring the Prohibition
Resubmitting a pure third-party job board campaign without changing the underlying business model will result in immediate rejection and potential fines. This is a policy violation, not a formatting error.
❌ Vague Opportunity Language
Using phrases like "Earn $$$ fast" or "Be your own boss" triggers scam filters immediately, even for legitimate businesses.
Expected Timeline
This content category is prohibited under federal law or carrier policies. Resubmission with similar content will result in permanent account suspension. Organizations in regulated industries should consult specialized legal counsel. MyTCRPlus does not provide legal advisory services.