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Resume Format

If you choose to copy and paste your resume instead of using the HRSC Resume Writer, we have a few suggestions that will help you format your resume in a way that will present your qualifications to your best advantage. 

• Be sure to include your basic contact information at the top of your resume, including your name, current mailing address and phone number.  Feel free to include multiple phone numbers.
•  Be sure to include your Social Security Number near the top of your resume, preferably just under your name.
• Do not use bullets in your resume.  This includes the use of asterisks, hyphens, plus signs, etc. that could be used at the beginning of a line in place of a bullet.
• You may use a Summary of Skills statement or a General Statement of Qualifications at the top of your resume.  However, you will not be given credit for skills or experience unless you clearly associate them with a specific work experience in the body of your resume.
• A chronological resume format is strongly encouraged.  Use of the functional resume format is not recommended.  The chronological resume format will enable staffing specialists to more accurately evaluate your resume.

SAMPLE RESUME

SHERRI M LEVAN
SSN: XXX-XX-XXXX
7890 LAWFUL AVE, APT 123
WASHINGTON DC 99999
Home Telephone (202) 111-1111
Work Telephone (202) 222-2222
E-Mail address: levans@personal.access.com
Vacancy Announcement Number: XXXX

EXPERIENCE:

May 1993 to present; 50 hours per week; Police Officer, GS-083-6; Defense Protective Services, Washington Headquarters Services, 1234 Defense, Washington DC, 11119; Supervisor: Joan Doe, (703) 111-2222

Preserved law and order by enforcing laws and regulations on a daily basis. Maintained security by foot and vehicular patrol. Controlled potentially violent and disruptive situations with tact and professionalism. Controlled access to highly sensitive areas. Trained and drilled in counter terrorism practices. Maintained qualifications and proficiency in weapons use. Investigated crimes. Performed undercover assignments. Wrote reports and testified in court as necessary. Supply Officer for weapons, ammunition and munitions.

October 1989 to April 1993; 60 hours per week; Police Officer, Gustine Police Department, 3456 Main Street, Gustine, WI 09876; Supervisor: Lt. D. Goode, (555)555-5555

Enforced felony and misdemeanor laws of Wisconsin. Apprehended, detained, arrested and interviewed suspects and witnesses; prepared and processed reports; maintained fitness and weapons qualifications.

July 1985-February 1989; 45 hours/week; Training Sergeant, E-6; promoted August 1985; Aviano Security Unit, PO Box 111, FPO NY 22222; Supervisor: 1st Lt. J. Guy, DSN 111-2222.

Scheduled training and maintained training records for all law enforcement personnel assigned to the Unit. Scheduled and operated weapons ranges and fitness tests. Trained incoming personnel, react teams, perimeter guards on security and protection procedures and techniques.

TRAINING/EDUCATION:

AA Criminal Justice, Central Illinois University, May 1988
Certified in Biological and Chemical Anti-Terrorism Techniques

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