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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GSOC Operator

Hivewatch · El Segundo, CA (Onsite)

About Us:

HiveWatch is a tech-forward, inclusive organization fostering the evolution of the physical security industry. We are a diverse team of forward thinkers who empower each other to find creative and collaborative solutions in an industry ripe for modernization. We are passionate about the problems we’re solving for our customers and equally passionate about the company we’re building.  

HiveWatch is here to help security teams pivot from chasing threats to preventing them. We protect organizations, people, and property through the intelligent orchestration of physical security programs. With better communication, more insights, and less “noise”, we are modernizing what it means for businesses and their employees to truly feel safe.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

An Operator located in the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) is responsible for proactively supporting multiple clients in diverse locations through the use of best-in-class technology for emergency and non-emergency security operators, incoming call triage, event dispatching, and event-driven notification services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In an emergency situations, the HiveWatch GSOC directs and coordinates assistance and support for its clients by providing technical and advisory assistance for the performance of essential operational services; the escalation of  of identified security events, and is the central communication intake point for management, control, and reduction of immediate threats to health and safety.

Available Shifts:

  • Day: 5 AM to 1:30 PM
  • Swing: 1 PM to 9:30 PM
  • Overnight: 9 PM to 5:30 AM

As a GSOC Operator you will be expected to:

  • Represent and display the HiveWatch core principles of customer service and professionalism
  • Utilize multiple software platforms and technologies to answer routine and emergency calls, monitor access control alerts and video feeds, open source threat intelligence, and information from mass-communication tools. Dispatch/notify security officers, maintenance, and liaise with emergency 911 centers
  • Be able to prioritize and make decisions under stress
  • Maintain various records of communications and events in a concise manner
  • Work collaboratively with HiveWatch’s and clients’ leadership teams to prepare for, respond to, and recover from all incidents and crisis events that may impact our customers, including their  personnel, property, business operations or brand
  • Communicate and disseminate information, using established communication vehicles, to key partners using best practices
  • Take an active role in position-related projects and utilize experience and judgment to contribute to the on-going evaluation and improvement of operations and systems. 
  • Maintain composure during critical incidents and emergencies.
  • Comply with all HiveWatch rules and guidelines, to include safety rules and guidelines, and maintain strict confidentiality
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills across various platforms (email, slack, phone, etc.)
  • Ability to generate concise reports from verbal or written sources

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum 3 years experience working with or in a communications or operations center, or other related role
  • Must be willing to learn unfamiliar technical systems
  • Strong customer service/interpersonal skills, especially during times of crisis
  • Must have a reliable means of communication (i.e., email, cell phone)
  • Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
  • Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement, and maintain confidentiality at all times  
  • Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen upon the extension of a conditional employment offer

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

  • The position requires sitting or standing in place for extended periods
  • No personal belongings including electronics will be allowed to be with the employee while on shift
  • Secure storage will be provided onsite
  • Significant computer and screen viewing will be required

ADDITIONAL INFO:

  • Hourly pay range for this position: $23/hr to $29/hr 
  • Eligible to participate in HiveWatch Equity Incentive Plan

*Final offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by multiple factors, including years and depth of relevant experience and expertise, location, and other business considerations.

BENEFITS & CULTURE:

At HiveWatch, we’re passionate about taking care of our people — and it shows in the benefits we offer. Our team enjoys:

  • Comprehensive health coverage:  medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Cutting-edge work in an emerging field with huge growth potential
  • Competitive compensation packages designed to reward top talent
  • A modern, newly renovated HQ right on Main Street in El Segundo, CA
  • 401(k) with a 4% company match to help you invest in your future 
  • Flexible paid time off so you can recharge when you need it
  • A family-friendly, compassionate culture that values balance and belonging

At HiveWatch, you are encouraged to challenge the status quo, provide your unique point of view, and leave fear at the (access controlled) door. 

OUR EEO STATEMENT: 

HiveWatch is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to cultivating a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We execute our hiring practices so that they are merit-based and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristic.