Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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HRBP

Dynamic Connections · Burlington

 

Who are we? 

Dynamic Connections is a leading North American third-party logistics company that provides integrated solutions for our customers. Dynamic Connections creates, sells and executes intelligent logistics solutions that provide peace of mind and seamless movement of our customer’s products. Our consistent service and communication make us an extension of our customers, and provides them with a seamless, stress-free transportation experience. 

At Dynamic Connections, we treat our employees like we treat our customers – with honesty, integrity, and respect. We enjoy working together and making sure every day counts. We love doing team building activities like paint nights, axe throwing, intramural sports, potlucks and more. We have a positive, transparent, and entrepreneurial culture. Your success is our success. 

What are we looking for? 

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on HR Business Partner to join our growing team. This role is a key partner to business leaders, helping to drive performance, strengthen our culture, and support organizational growth through effective people strategies. 

As an HRBP, you will operate at both a strategic and operational level—coaching leaders, leading key HR initiatives, and ensuring our people practices scale with the business. You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong business acumen, and is passionate about building high-performing teams.

 
 
 
 

Who are we? 

Dynamic Connections is a leading North American third-party logistics company that provides integrated solutions for our customers. Dynamic Connections creates, sells and executes intelligent logistics solutions that provide peace of mind and seamless movement of our customer’s products. Our consistent service and communication make us an extension of our customers, and provides them with a seamless, stress-free transportation experience. 

At Dynamic Connections, we treat our employees like we treat our customers – with honesty, integrity, and respect. We enjoy working together and making sure every day counts. We love doing team building activities like paint nights, axe throwing, intramural sports, potlucks and more. We have a positive, transparent, and entrepreneurial culture. Your success is our success. 

What are we looking for? 

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on HR Business Partner to join our growing team. This role is a key partner to business leaders, helping to drive performance, strengthen our culture, and support organizational growth through effective people strategies. 

As an HRBP, you will operate at both a strategic and operational level—coaching leaders, leading key HR initiatives, and ensuring our people practices scale with the business. You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong business acumen, and is passionate about building high-performing teams.

 
 
 
 
 

Our pledge to you and what we offer: 

  • We offer a competitive benefits package; you will receive a company paid laptop computer and the latest iPhone along with a company paid phone plan. 

  • We believe deeply in your success. We offer professional development courses and the opportunity to develop your career with Dynamic Connections. We are committed to your professional growth and strive to promote from within. 

  • We are backed by a private equity firm, Shore Capital; this offers deep stability and support. We regularly access training, knowledge sharing and resources to ensure you are operating at the peak of your game. Shore provides training and development as well as regular events. 

  • Our culture is a vibrant one; we host regular team building events, have monthly team lunches and believe in rewarding and incentivizing our team fully for their ongoing commitment. We honour our team through prizes, perks and regular raffles and events. You can check out our blog for our latest team events and to learn more about our team here: http://www.dynamicconnections.com/blog/ 

 

We believe that diverse teams perform better and that fostering an inclusive work environment is a key part of growing a successful team. We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to working with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. 

To be successful in this role, you bring:

 

  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated experience partnering with leaders in a fast-paced or high-growth environment.  

  • Strong knowledge of employment standards and HR best practices; you are confident handling employee relations matters with sound judgment and discretion.  

  • Proven ability to influence, coach, and build trust with stakeholders at all levels.  

  • Experience driving performance management, employee engagement, and organizational development initiatives.  

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; you use data to inform decisions and improve outcomes.  

  • Experience with HRIS platforms (Rippling) and ATS systems (Lever); and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.  

  • A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on execution.  

  • Adaptability and resilience—you thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment and help others navigate change.  

 

What you will be doing day to day:

 

  • Strategic Partnership: 
    Partner with leaders to understand business goals and translate them into effective people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and retention. 

  • Employee Relations & Coaching: 
    Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, providing guidance on performance management, employee relations, and workplace concerns. Lead and support investigations as needed. 

  • Talent & Performance Management: 
    Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and development planning. Support leaders in building high-performing, accountable teams. 

  • Talent Acquisition: 
    Collaborate with hiring managers on recruitment strategies, workforce planning, and hiring decisions to attract and retain top talent. 

  • Engagement & Culture: 
    Lead initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, enhance company culture, and reinforce our values across the organization. 

  • HR Operations & Programs: 
    Oversee core HR processes including benefits administration, HRIS data integrity (ADP), and policy implementation, while identifying opportunities to improve and scale. 

  • Change Management & Growth: 
    Support organizational change initiatives and help scale HR programs, policies, and processes as the business continues to grow. You will share your expertise with companies in our portfolio to help them grow.  

 

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