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.

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Assistant Women's Basketball Coach - Athletics

Gvsu · Allendale, MI

Join the 17-time Learfield Director's Cup winning Laker Athletics department anchored in the relentless pursuit of greatness. This position is responsible for all phases of the program including organization and administration, quality student-athlete development and recruitment, fiscal management, viable fundraising and public relations, and other duties as assigned by the Head Women’s Basketball Coach.

Salary

$40,000, commensurate with experience.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Primary Duties

  • Assist with development and preparation of offensive practice and game plans.

  • Provide instruction to players.

  • Coach players individually and in groups, monitor academic progress, and ensure athletes meet conduct and culture standards.

  • Identify, evaluate, and recruit talented student-athletes who meet the university's academic and athletic requirements.

  • Assist with academic support, monitoring study table, mentoring cohort, and serve as liaison to the Laker Academic Success Center.

  • Assist with camp coordination and other program fundraising needs.

  • Ensure the program adheres to all NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations.

  • Serve as a GVSU ambassador, engage with media, and participate in fundraising and community events.

  • Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree.

  • Experience recruiting and coaching at the collegiate or equivalent level.

  • A thorough understanding of and accountability to NCAA rules and regulations.

  • Demonstrated commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student-athletes and NCAA compliance with the highest ethical standards.

  • Driving a company/university vehicle may be required. A valid driver’s license is a requirement and an MVR needs to be conducted upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred

  • Experience coaching basketball players at the collegiate or commensurate level.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment. Nights, weekends, and travel are required.

Physical Demands: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

How to Apply:

Attach your cover letter and resume. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Mike Williams, [email protected]. If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Application Deadline:

Application closes 04-29-26. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

 

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.

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