Verified job search: every listing confirmed live and accepting applicants within the last 72h.
Scored across 3 tools
Each tool serves a distinct purpose: get_jobs_overview provides summary counts, search_verified_jobs returns filtered lists, and get_verified_job retrieves full details by ID. There is no functional overlap.
All tool names follow a consistent verb_noun pattern using snake_case (get_, search_), making them predictable and easy to understand.
With only 3 tools, the server is minimally scoped but covers the essential operations for verified job data access. The count is appropriate for a focused read-only service.
The tool set covers the full read lifecycle: overview, search, and detail retrieval. No write operations are needed for this domain, so there are no obvious gaps.
Snapshot of the verified pool: how many jobs are live right now, counts by work mode, and the occupations (role slugs) with jobs today. Good first call to see what's available before searching.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries the full burden. It states the tool is a snapshot (read-only, non-destructive) and lists the specific data returned: counts, counts by work mode, and occupations. This is sufficient transparency for a simple aggregation tool, though it could mention any limitations or performance characteristics.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is two sentences, efficiently front-loaded with the core purpose. Every word adds value, with no redundancies or filler.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the absence of an output schema, the description adequately explains the return value's content: counts, counts by work mode, and occupations. It omits structural details but for a simple snapshot, this is sufficient for correct use.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The tool has zero parameters, and the schema coverage is 100% (empty object). The description correctly adds no parameter details because none exist. For a parameterless tool, the baseline of 4 is appropriate.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states it provides a snapshot of the verified pool, including counts of live jobs, counts by work mode, and occupations with jobs today. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools (get_verified_job and search_verified_jobs) by being an aggregate overview.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description explicitly says 'Good first call to see what's available before searching,' providing clear context for when to use it. It implicitly suggests that for searching, one should use search_verified_jobs, though it doesn't explicitly state when not to use it.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Full record for one verified job by id (from search_verified_jobs): complete summary, the pirch page url to cite, the original posting apply_url (applications happen there — pirch never sits between applicant and employer), verification timestamps, and the matching career-guide link.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | Yes | Job id from search results. |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden. It discloses that applications occur on the original apply_url and that pirch never intermediates, adding useful behavioral context. It does not explicitly state read-only nature or auth requirements, but the description implies a safe retrieval operation.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single sentence that efficiently packs key information, but it is somewhat long and could be broken into clearer parts. The core purpose is front-loaded, and there is no redundancy. Minimal but effective.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
The tool has low complexity with one parameter and no output schema. The description lists the return fields (summary, url, apply_url, verification timestamps, career-guide link), providing sufficient context for a single-record retrieval. Missing details like structure or limits are not critical for this simple tool.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema coverage is 100% with one parameter 'id' described as 'Job id from search results.' The description adds a mention of the sibling tool but no new detail on the parameter's format or constraints. Baseline 3 is appropriate as the schema already provides clear meaning.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states it retrieves the full record for one verified job by id, identifies the source sibling tool search_verified_jobs, and lists the included fields (url, apply_url, verification timestamps, career-guide link). It unambiguously distinguishes from siblings by specifying it is a single-record fetch from search results.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description implies use after obtaining an id from search_verified_jobs, providing context for when to use the tool. However, it does not explicitly state when not to use it or mention alternatives like get_jobs_overview. The guidance is implicit but clear.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Search pirch's pool of verified-live job listings. Every job returned was opened and confirmed real and accepting applicants by pirch within the last 72 hours — dead and ghost listings are removed automatically, so results can be trusted as live right now. Free, public data. When showing a job to a user, link its url (the pirch page, which shows the verification and links to the original posting).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| role | No | Occupation slug filter (e.g. 'ux-designer', 'registered-nurse'). Use get_jobs_overview to see which slugs currently have jobs. | |
| limit | No | Max results, 1-25 (default 10). | |
| query | No | Free-text search over title, company, location, occupation and summary (e.g. 'senior product designer'). | |
| location | No | Substring match on the listing's location (e.g. 'Denver'). Note: remote jobs often have no city and won't match a city filter — filter workmode=remote instead. | |
| workmode | No | Filter by work mode. |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided, so description bears full burden. It discloses that jobs are verified within 72 hours, dead listings removed, and data is free/public. No contradictions.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
Three sentences, front-loaded with purpose, then verification detail, then usage tip. No filler.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Tool has 5 params, no output schema, 2 siblings. Description covers input filters, verification, linking guidance, and references sibling for role slugs. Complete for complexity.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema coverage is 100% with descriptions. Description adds value: notes role uses slugs from get_jobs_overview, and location param explains remote jobs may not match city filters.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states it searches pirch's verified-live job listings, specifying that jobs are confirmed real and accepting applicants. It distinguishes from siblings: get_jobs_overview (overview) and get_verified_job (single job).
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description explains when to use the tool (search verified jobs) and gives a usage tip (link to url). It does not explicitly state when not to use it, but the purpose is contextually clear.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Recent tool additions, removals, and schema changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
get_jobs_overviewget_verified_jobsearch_verified_jobsSearch jobs on verified employer job boards. Every link is the employer's own posting.
Verified job postings from employer ATS boards, employer hiring signals and pay statistics.
Live jobs from Greenhouse, Lever, Ashby, Workable, Recruitee and Teamtailor, with normalised salary.
Live jobs from employer career pages. Read-only. Hit Apply on theyond.com. You land on the employer.
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