Human Resources Manager

Resume Checklist

Purpose of Resume To get interviews!

Person whose qualifications most closely match those sought by employer gets the interview.

Use same skill/key words in resume as those sought by the employer and provide specific

examples.

Key Items for Consideration

Microsoft Word document (.doc)

One page only unless significant related employment/experience.

Use consistent indentation, capitalization, font style, spacing, and margins (1 inch).

Use a standard font like Helvetica or Times New Roman in 10 pt or larger; 11 pt is best

No templates! They may not be compatible with employer s online systems and are difficult to

edit.

No personal pronouns.

Use boldface for the most important information

Contact Information

List first.

Name is bolded and 14-20 pt. font.

Address information same pt size as main body text (11 pt) and include all information in

sample.

Email should be professional (e.g., NOT ********@*****.***) and good for at least six

months.

John Nelson

101 University Avenue Apartment 12

St. Cloud, Minnesota 56301

****.******@*****.*********.*** 320-***-****

Objective (optional)

Can be beneficial if it matches position listed by employer.

Do not include if you are: A) unsure of position employer has available; B) employer has

more than one position for which you would like to be considered; or C) you have limited

space

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position in Human Resources with Target Corporation.

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Education

Include degree, current/intended program, college name with city and state, and expected

graduation date.

List degree first. Can include program on same line to save space.

Optional components: GPA if above 3.0. Major GPA if above a 3.0 and overall GPA below,

semesters on the Dean s List, previous colleges attended, related coursework, working 20 or

more hours while attending college, etc.

Omit high school information unless something exceptional

Include Internship/Externship experience separately after education section, if applicable

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts: Business Management, emphasis in Human Resources Expected: September 2010

Rasmussen College - St. Cloud, MN

Worked 20 hours per week while attending college full time

College regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission

GPA 3.15

Employment -- use Experience as heading if includes relevant unpaid position(s)

Employers want a reverse chronological (most recent first) list of jobs held with dates of

employment.

List position title first, followed by name of employer/organization, location (city and state)

and dates.

Use bullets to list key skills, responsibilities and results. The more relevant the position or

key skills used/demonstrated, the more bullet statements.

Use same skill words as those used in job listing.

Give details. Employers want to know exactly what you did and what you accomplished.

Check to make sure statements are in correct tense. Present tense if currently performing

task, past tense if no longer performing task or in position.

EMPLOYMENT

Manager and Sales Associate, Sears, St. Cloud, MN May 2008- present

Oversaw and delegated tasks to an average of 15 employees per 8 hour shift

Developed excellent interpersonal communication skills providing quality service to hundreds of

retail customers

Attention to detail and time-management skills improved while working in a fast-paced environment

Server, Granite City Brewery, St. Cloud, MN May 2006 May 2008

Trained approximately 10 new staff in company standards and procedures

Developed strong interpersonal communication skills providing quality service to thousands of

customers

Executed accurate and efficient cash transactions in a fast paced work environment

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Related Skills/Experience (optional)

Skill sections should include relevant skills sought by employers such as proficiency in certain

computer programs or languages, job specific certifications, course related achievement, etc.

RELATED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Collaborated with a group of 5 individuals to develop a comprehensive business management plan

Gained extensive knowledge in employee and labor relations, and compensation and benefits

Gained solid finance foundation as honors student in nationally accredited business program

Proficient in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, HTML, Dreamweaver and Microsoft Office Suite

Activities and Achievements

Employers want examples of initiative, leadership, teamwork and other job related skills so

include involvement in extra-curricular activities and other demonstrated achievements.

ACTIVITES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

In recognition for outstanding academic achievement, Dean s List

Perfect attendance throughout entire program

Participation in fundraising events on campus

President of Business Club, Rasmussen College

o Increased student participation in organization and helped promote further education by

arranging multiple speakers

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