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RESUME FORMATTING
There are Three Basic Resume Formats
The three basic formats of resumes are: Chronological, Functional, and Chronological/Functional combined.
The Chronological resume is the more structurally formatted of the three.
? Experience section is the key.
? Jobs are listed in detail.
? No focus of skills or achievements at beginning of resume.
? Used generally when remaining in same job or career.
? Caters to conservative type positions.
? Always has an Objective section and Summary section.
? Used especially with legal and academic professions.
This resume type is ideal when:
? Applying for positions within a more conservative profession.
? Of particular interest to older, more traditional types.
? Wanting to show good job detail and highlight employer names.
This resume type is not ideal when:
? You want to showcase your best qualities and experience.
? Wanting to make a change in career.
Example of a Chronological Resume
John Pavlow
1032 Sherwood Street, Wildwood, NJ 07886
201-555-9384
jpavlow@aol.com
SKILLS:
Proficient in Windows 95, Windows NT, Microsoft Office, HTML, C, C++, Java and conducting Internet research. Fluent in both French and Spanish. Excellent interpersonal skills and fine-tuned organizational ability.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
1984-Present: Forsythe Metals & Alloys Company, Secausus, NJ
Manager, Chemicals Procurement
Successfully managed a corporate group that purchases the key chemical raw materials for more than 150 plants within the US Initiated all purchase decisions for pulp and paper chemicals, plastic resins, inks, waxes, coatings, solvents, plastic film and sheet, and lignosulfonates. Directed six professional buyers and non-exempt employees. Personally created, developed, and implemented a critical cost reduction program with a total savings of more than million per year. Established pioneer program in support of Hazardous Waste Disposal project. Chaired meetings of strategy planning and successfully negotiated for new cost-effective raw materials.
1992-1994: Allied Metals & Alloys Company, Secaucus, NJ
Materials Manager
Designed key systems and procedures to establish automated purchasing functions for C&K Chemicals, a subsidiary of AB&X. Implemented primary purchasing activities between corporate purchasing and C&K.
1988-1992: Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals, LTD., Secaucus, NJ
Purchasing Agent
Successfully negotiated some million in specialty and commodity raw materials. Contributed largely to Misteks cost reduction programs. Initiated liaison function between corporate purchasing and Mistek of America, Ltd. This program greatly improved reporting systems between plant Managers and purchasing department.
EDUCATION:
Master of Science in Chemistry, Browns University, May 1980
Bachelor of Science, University of America, May 1975.
Major: Chemistry and Business.
References available upon request.
The Next Basic Resume Format is the Functional
? Showcases achievements and major skills from the top.
? Clearly states your strong suits.
? Employer does not need to read through boring job details.
? States (through summary) all you will bring to the table.
? Only brief mention of company names and positions held.
This resume type is ideal when:
? Wishing to change careers, for those who job-jump, for homemakers returning to workplace, for students and the military.
? Wishing to make only a minor change in job direction.
? Highly recommended by resume writing professionals.
? Used as an effective aid in achieving a new direction or goal.
This resume type is not ideal when:
? Read by a more conservative employer looking for more information on each of your jobs.
Example of a Functional Resume
Janice P. Smythe
1692 Banff Rd., Portland, OR 97208
(555)823-6169
jsmythe@msn.com
Insurance Law Practices:
Directed management on insurance company policy and legality of key insurance transactions.
Evaluated critical legal decisions and implemented necessary changes in insurance clauses to line up with corporate policy and to protect company from fraudulent insurance claims.
Directed claims department in appropriate filing procedures to identify against over-payments.
Initiated formatting and wording of all critical legal documents such as insurance claim contracts and payment release papers.
Corporate Law Practices:
Created and developed key corporate law structure policy and procedure, wrote landmark manual on corporate legal rights.
Retained as leading law agent for several major corporations in wide variety of essential law transactions.
Real Estate Law Practices:
Performed multi-million dollar sale and transfer of prime commercial property.
Performed detailed ownership and transfer searches.
Created and executed appropriate forms for commercial deeds, mortgages, and leases.
Acting trustee of multi-million dollar commercial property and recommended help funds for investment.
Work Experience:
1985-Present: Commercial Underwriters of America, Inc., New York, NY -- Head of Insurance Services
Education:
1984: University of California Law School. LL.B., Insurance Law Policies, Corporate Law Policies, Estate Planning and Income Tax Policies.
1992: University of California. BA Degree, Major: Geography
References on Request
The Final Basic Resume Format is the Chronological/Functional Combined
? Can include headings of various jobs held with description of accomplishments.
OR
? Only a brief job description chronology.
? Only a brief Achievements and Skills section.
OR
? More detailed Summary that includes skills and qualifications.
This resume type is ideal when:
? Wishing to take advantage of both resume types.
? Highlights positives and down plays any possible negatives of
either type of resume.
This resume type is not ideal when:
? Wishing to present a shorter resume.
Example of a Combination Chronological/Functional Resume
PETER J. PROBOST
222 Sport Crescent, New York, NY 95520
(336) 746-1345
bb3177@appstate.edu
EDUCATION
Avondale University
Bachelor of Science, Geography Cooranbong, Australio
1998
GIS
Minor in Geology
GIS INTERNSHIP
American Geological Society
New York, NY
1999
Developed a geomorphic prototype data base with Arc/Info and ArcView on a UNIX platform.
Performed leadership role in the development of maps for use with the Map of the World radioactive waste site assessment.
RELATED SKILLS
Computer Software and Operating Systems:
Arc.Info (PC and UNIX),ArcView, SAS, Atlas GIS, Surfer, ERDASIMAGE, MapInfo, GSMap, GSMCad, XV, PaintShopPro, Corel Draw, all versions MS Word, MS Power Point, DBExpert, WordPerfect, Lotus, Color Works, Canvas, and C programming
Advanced knowledge of: DOS, UNIX, Windows: 3.1, 95, NT, MacOS, and OS2.
Technical Expertise:
Intermediate experience with interpreting air photos and satellite images, digitizing of web site design and advanced knowledge of web site analysis.
Published credit for 6 geological maps.
SELECTED WORK EXPERIENCE
Beaker Inn and Lodge
Manager, South Dakota
1993- 1998
Maintained long term work relationship while engaged in a full academic course load throughout college.
Managed and supervised staff of 14 employees.
Trained newcomers.
Reported to owner.
Responsible for overseeing entire operation in owners absence over summer season.
REFERENCES AND PORTFOLIO
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