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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Private Client Relationship Manager

Emigrantbank · Corporate Office, NY, NY

Position:                            Private Client Relationship Manager

Department:                      Personal Risk Management

Reports To:                       Chief Operating Officer     

Employment Status:         Full-Time, Exempt

Office Location:                Corporate Office, NY

Job Summary

 Personal Risk Management Solutions is looking for a Private Client Relationship Manager for Property & Casualty insurance operations. Personal Risk Management Solutions is a boutique insurance agency which focuses solely on personal insurance.


Job Specific Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Determine strategic placement of new accounts through analysis of current coverage and knowledge of products available. Run flood determinations, clue reports, and motor vehicle reports to help determine levels of exposure and strategize with sales executives and service team as to where to market accounts
  • Act as advisor to clients and make recommendations and suggestions best suited for their needs. Respond to any direct communications and lead renewal process
  • Create proposals by reviewing client information, policies and underwriting file and formulate a comprehensive insurance program once carrier negotiations are complete. 
  • Negotiate with underwriters by utilizing comprehensive, creative thinking to implement best possible solutions for our clients
  • Report claims to carrier and follow up until conclusion. Maintain contact with clients during the process. Ensure that clients are extremely satisfied with the outcome
  • Analyze home appraisals and compare to current policy coverages to determine accuracy and/or inefficiencies. Communicate result of the appraisal with the client
  • Drive renewal process by analysis of client’s insurance program (coverages, claims, file notes and annual activity) and marketplace opportunities. Communicate with team members on renewal strategy and ensure implementation
  • Analyze daily suspense reports. Determine appropriate response per item. Advise additional team members if necessary
  • Process endorsement requests by determining best consecutive order for multiple changes and accurate relay of information from the client to the carrier
  • Involvement in planning of workflows, procedures, and processes. Provide ideas and feedback to superiors to allow for more efficiency in daily servicing of clients
  • Draft templates for client form letters by developing various product line subject matter and applying to specific client situations .
  • Run daily activity reports from carrier websites and coordinate with the service team items to be addressed. Items must be prioritized accordingly and addressed by the appropriate team member. Discuss with insurance company partner when appropriate  
  • Assist in maintaining licensing schedule and carrier licensing records
  • Assist with any marketing material, sales campaigns, etc.
  • Assist with general administrative duties in office: mail, phones, scanning of client documents, and special projects.

Basic Responsibilities:

  • Respond to incoming calls, e-mails, mail and in-person requests
  • Comply with company policies, practices and procedures
  • Attend meetings and prepare follow-up as needed
  • Set goals, prioritize and execute duties of the position
  • Manage documents, files and electronic information in an organized, efficient and secure manner
  • Interact with customers in a professional and pleasant manner
  • Represent company as a professional in appearance and manner
  • Communicate written and oral communication at the highest level of professionalism and integrity
  • Perform quality and quantity duties as expected for position
  • Complete company required training courses as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four year college or university; or
  • Two years or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience Educational requirement; and any preferred level of education
  • Ability to train for and obtain a New York State Property & Casualty license

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000