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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Offshore Launch · Remote

About Offshore Launch:

Offshore Launch is a staffing agency that specializes in helping small business owners scale their operations with the top 1% of global remote talent. We are a people-centered agency with a passion for leaving every person and business in a better position than we found them.

Why Join Offshore Launch?

  • Impact the growth and success of small and medium-sized businesses.
  • Work in a people-first, remote environment that values growth and ongoing development.
  • Access comprehensive benefits that include HMO, PTO, professional development, and an overall emphasis on teamwork and collaboration.
  • Contribute to a culture that values partnership, service, and excellence.

 

Your Role:

As an employee of Offshore Launch, you are being hired for a unique role within a target Client’s company. We value long-term partnerships, and seek to recruit talent that will serve an individual Client’s business for multiple years.

You will work full-time with the Client company. However, the Agency provides ongoing support to ensure your continued success. As such, we create space for ongoing check-ins, feedback and development through:

  • Membership in the Offshore Launch Slack workspace
  • Bi-weekly All Team meetings
  • Monthly reviews

Your job is to help the Client succeed.

Our job is to help you succeed.

 

About the Client:

 

We are a high-performance short-term rental and hospitality management company based in Texas. We manage and operate vacation rental properties with a clear focus on execution, guest experience, and owner satisfaction.

Our team is made up of locals who understand the market deeply and operate with a strong sense of ownership. With decades of experience across real estate development, construction, renovation, and sales, we don’t just manage properties—we build systems that drive consistent results.

We are a customer-first, operations-driven business. That means speed, accuracy, and accountability are non-negotiable. Every process we build and every action we take is designed to create seamless experiences for guests and maximize outcomes for property owners.

The Role: Operations Admin

We are hiring an Operations Admin who can operate as a low-drag, high-accountability team member. This is not a passive support role—we are looking for someone who takes ownership, executes reliably, and continuously improves systems.

You will play a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly—handling coordination, managing details, and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong bias for action—you don’t wait to be told what to do
  • High attention to detail and follow-through
  • Ability to manage multiple moving parts without losing accuracy
  • Clear, proactive communication
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced, execution-focused environment
  • Systems thinker—someone who looks for ways to improve how things are done

If you take ownership, move fast, and care about delivering real results—not just completing tasks—you’ll thrive in this role.

 

Responsibilities:

 

  • Answer incoming phone calls.
  • Manage guest communication via the Hostaway App, ensuring smooth check-in and check-out experiences.
  • Ensure renters complete required registration processes based on property guidelines (e.g., pool access, property entry requirements).
  • Email and track completion of required forms for select properties before guest arrival.
  • Create and manage digital forms (Excel, Word) to streamline registration and property management processes.
  • Provide timely guest support, responding to inquiries and assisting with check-in and check-out procedures.
  • Keep property listings updated on the website, ensuring accurate availability, pricing, and details.
  • Maintain records of property details, including amenities, guest requirements, and any updates to property features.
  • Coordinate with the property manager on maintenance requests, operational tasks, and guest-related concerns.
  • Marketing admin tasks include posting to social media and updating the website as needed.

 

Requirements: 

 

  • 2+ years experience in property management, hospitality, or administrative support.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with a focus on handling guest interactions professionally. Minimal accent preferred.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, and online form creation tools for tracking and managing guest information.