Displaying Record IDs in Bullhorn

Learn how to display record ID numbers in the Bullhorn left sidebar.

Adding record IDs helps your team quickly identify or reference specific records, especially when troubleshooting, working with integrations, or sharing examples with Bullhorn Support.

Once configured, the record ID appears alongside the name of the selected record.

Before You Begin

Check these points before proceeding with the steps:

  • Permissions: Only Administrators or users with View Layout access can enable record IDs.

  • Private Label scope: Changes apply to all users under the same Private Label.

  • Entity-specific: You’ll need to repeat these steps for each entity (Candidate, Company, Job, etc.) where you want IDs displayed.

  • Field reference: The system field name for record IDs is ID (userID).

Steps to Display Record IDs in the Bowling Alley

  1. Go to Menu > Admin > View Layout.

  2. From the Entity drop-down, select the entity you want to edit (e.g., Candidate, Company, Job, Placement).

  3. Select the Profile Record tab.

  4. Under Profile – Header, locate the ID field.

  5. Move ID into Include in view.

    Move a field by doing one of the following:

    • Drag it to the other list.

    • Double-click it.

    • Select it and click the arrow button.

    Reorder fields by dragging a field to a new position, or by selecting it and using the Move up, Move down, Move left, and Move right arrows.

    Each list shows a field count and has its own search box. Use the search box to find a field quickly.

  6. Click Save.

The record ID will now display in the Bowling Alley when a record is open.

To enable this for other entities, repeat these steps for each one individually.

FAQs

Do record IDs display for all users?

Yes. Once added in View Layout, the ID field appears for all users in that Private Label.

Can I show record IDs in list views instead of the Bowling Alley?

Yes, by adding the ID field under the List tab in View Layout.

Do I need to repeat this for every entity?

Yes. Each entity (e.g., Candidate, Company, Job) has its own layout configuration.

Why can’t I find “ID” in View Layout?

Check that you selected the Profile Record tab for the correct entity. If it’s still missing, contact Bullhorn Support.

Is there any risk in displaying record IDs?

No — record IDs are read-only reference numbers used for internal tracking and support purposes.