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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RSI Security

HR Coordinator (Remote – Global Applicants)

WE ARE HIRING
HR Coordinator (Remote – Global Applicants)

 

Company: RSI Security
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contractor
Compensation Rate: $6 - $12 (Depending on experience, location and skills)

About Us

RSI Security is a leading cybersecurity and compliance consulting firm helping organizations navigate complex security and regulatory challenges. Our team works with companies across the United States to deliver high-quality cybersecurity advisory, compliance assessments, and security strategy services. We are a fast-growing, fully remote organization that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

RSI Security is seeking a highly organized and proactive HR Coordinator to support the daily operations of our Human Resources function. This role is responsible for maintaining HR documentation, coordinating onboarding and offboarding processes, managing HR systems, and ensuring employee records remain accurate and organized.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a remote environment, can manage multiple tools and tasks, and operates effectively with minimal supervision. We are looking for someone who takes initiative, communicates clearly, and contributes ideas that improve processes. This role collaborates closely with the HR team and other departments to ensure HR operations run smoothly across a distributed workforce.

What You’ll Do

  • Coordinate onboarding processes for new employees and contractors
  • Ensure all onboarding documentation is completed and properly stored
  • Support offboarding processes, including documentation and internal system updates
  • Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
  • Organize HR files and maintain documentation across company systems
  • Monitor HR operational workflows and ensure tasks are completed on time
  • Assist with HR documentation related to promotions, role updates, and compensation changes
  • Support payroll coordination by ensuring HR information is accurate and up to date
  • Assist with employee engagement initiatives and HR administrative support
  • Collaborate with team members to improve HR processes and operational efficiency

Tools & Systems

  • JazzHR – applicant tracking and hiring management
  • TriNet – employee HR administration and benefits
  • Monday.com – task and project management
  • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) – documentation and file management
  • Trainual – internal policies and process documentation
  • Hubstaff – contractor time tracking
  • Slack – team communication and collaboration
  • TestGorilla – candidate assessments and hiring evaluations

What You’ll Bring

  • 1+ years of experience in HR coordination, HR administration, or HR operations support<
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