Jira

Automate Jira issue management via the Atlassian MCP server.

1|Updated Apr 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mec07/claude_skills --skill jira-mec07
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Jira
Source: https://github.com/mec07/claude_skills/tree/main/stow/JIRA
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mec07/claude_skills --skill jira-mec07

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Jira integration via Atlassian MCP to automate common Jira workflows and provide a reliable fallback for issue linking when MCP gaps exist.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Manage issues: fetch, search, create, edit, transition, list transitions, add comments, and log work through MCP-powered tooling.
  • Cross-project linking: link issues with a robust CLI fallback for strategy and legacy support.
  • Workflow orchestration: plan and route Jira-related tasks within Claude Code, including project discovery and policy-driven branching.

Quick Start

Fetch a Jira issue or link two issues using the MCP-backed Jira tools.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jira

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate Jira issue management workflows from Claude Code?

Jira issue management automation uses the Atlassian MCP server to fetch, search, create, edit, transition, and comment on issues across projects and boards directly within Claude Code.

Can I link Jira issues across different projects when MCP gaps exist?

Cross-project issue linking uses a robust CLI fallback for strategy and legacy support, ensuring reliable Jira issue linking even when the primary MCP integration encounters functionality gaps.

What credentials do I need to set up the Jira MCP integration?

Jira MCP integration requires MCP setup, Jira API access, and authentication credentials stored in the ~/.claude/.env file to establish a secure connection with the Atlassian server.

Does Jira workflow orchestration support policy-driven branching and project discovery?

Jira workflow orchestration plans and routes tasks within Claude Code, including automated project discovery and policy-driven branching to manage Jira-related operations across different contexts.

What Jira actions are supported through the MCP-powered tooling?

Supported Jira actions include fetching, searching, creating, editing, transitioning issues, listing transitions, adding comments, and logging work through the MCP-powered tooling interface.