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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Executive Assistant & Operations Coordinator

Godfreydadichpartners · San Francisco, CA

Godfrey Dadich Partners (GDP) combines the best of strategy, journalism, design, marketing, and digital to build story-driven brands.

We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and thoughtful Executive Operations Coordinator to support our Managing Partner. This individual will work at the center of the firm, partnering closely with leadership while helping ensure the day-to-day operations of the office and new business “front door” run smoothly.

The Executive Operations Coordinator will collaborate with the Managing Partner, executive leadership, and internal partners to support leadership priorities, coordinate logistics, and help create a well-run, welcoming environment for our team and visitors. This role is ideal for someone who anticipates needs, brings clarity to complexity, and takes pride in being a trusted partner to leadership and the broader organization.

The Executive Operations Coordinator plays a key role in the company. This individual will support a range of functions depending on circumstances and evolving needs. If you are an organized, optimistic, and detail-oriented team player who enjoys being both strategic and hands-on, this role is for you.

This role is based in San Francisco.

Key Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:

Executive Assistant Support

  • Organizing and managing a high-volume calendar while tracking multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
  • Coordinating meetings across internal and external stakeholders, including preparation, agendas, notes, and follow-ups
  • Providing inbox support and message triage as needed
  • Booking and managing travel and accommodations, as well as tracking expenses and reimbursements
  • Acting as a trusted partner by anticipating needs, flagging priorities, and helping the Managing Partner stay focused on high-impact work
  • Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment
    Representing the Managing Partner in internal and external communications when appropriate

Office Management & Culture

  • Serving as a primary point of contact for office-related needs, in coordination with landlord’s experience team
  • Managing light office operations, including supplies, mail, visitor coordination, and basic organization
  • Supporting in-office events and team gatherings, such as happy hours, bake-offs, and holiday celebrations
  • Liaising with internal partners to ensure the office environment runs smoothly and team members have what they need to do their work

New Business & Front Door Support

  • Monitoring and responding to inbound inquiries via the general email inbox
  • Managing and maintaining HubSpot by logging new leads, updating contact records, and tracking basic pipeline status
  • Coordinating internal follow-ups to ensure timely and thoughtful responses to prospective clients
    Assisting with reporting and organization of new business information as needed

Qualifications include:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience in administrative, executive support, or operations roles
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
    Proven ability to manage competing priorities and remain calm under pressure
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • High level of discretion, integrity, and trustworthiness with confidential information
  • Self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive problem solver
  • Strong interpersonal skills and comfort collaborating across teams and functions
  • Positive attitude and interest in supporting a growing, creative organization
  • Interest in and excitement for GDP’s work in strategy, design, media, and communications

About Godfrey Dadich Partners

GDP engineers strategies to define organizational purpose, creates designs for world-changing experiences, and authors content that drives immersive, action-oriented engagement. Our services include brand strategy, identity, and architecture; human interface design for desktop, mobile web, iOS, and Android; motion graphics and animation; editorial and print design; content strategy and development.

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $80,000.

Our salary offers take into consideration the skills and experience a candidate brings, pay equity across similar roles within GDP, and the market rate for similar roles outside of GDP. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant, along with the requirements of the position. The company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. GDP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and also offers comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits, personal and professional development, and career growth opportunities.