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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Budtender PT

Pharmacann · Denver, CO Broadway

Verilife

PharmaCann, Inc. owns and operates best-in-class production facilities and retail dispensaries for cannabis-based products. We currently operate in the States of Illinois, New York, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Colorado and Michigan as a medical and/or adult use cannabis provider to patients and customers. We are looking for energetic, results-driven individuals to join our rapidly growing team and industry.

The customer experience begins and ends with the Budtender. The Budtender provides exceptional service to all customers and patients through product education and recommendations. The budtender is responsible for promoting a work environment that is positive, fun and rewarding for both the team and customers.

Starting pay is $19.29/hr

Essential Duties

  • Embody LivWell core values and project that onto customers by exhibiting excellent customer service skills
  • Execute selling standards to achieve individual sales goals and contribute to team’s daily sales goals
  • Provide excellent customer service by answering questions, offering assistance, suggesting items and providing product information with a smile
  • Assist customers with requests in store and on the phone
  • Verify customer identification/paperwork and accurately create/update customer profiles
  • Create brand loyalty by introducing the LivWell rewards program to every customer
  • Cross-sell products to increase purchase amounts
  • Educate customers about current promotions and events
  • Solicit feedback on service levels through use of Happy or Not and Google reviews
  • Ensure the sales floor is properly stocked and the presence of the store is clean and organized
  • Communicate serious customer concerns to the management team 
  • Accountable for utilizing store technology, POS and online ordering systems.
  • Accountable for cash handling on shift, processing online and in store sales, counting out registers, recording accurate sales numbers in POS and reporting tips accurately
  • Responsible to utilize Company tools, Intranet and Learn Brands for ongoing product training and company news and updates.
  • Responsible for utilizing HR platforms to review schedules and record time cards accurately.

Compliance and Reporting:

  • Responsible for abiding by all company policies and procedures
  • Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations
  • Responsible for maintaining compliance and communicating compliance issues effectively
  • Assist management team in correcting any known inventory issues to ensure compliance.

Education and Experience Requirements
Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Work Experience:

  • One or more years of work experience in a related industry or work environment is preferred.
  • Oral and written communication capabilities.
  • Bilingual in English / Spanish preferred.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Knowledge of local, state and federal laws relating to key areas of responsibility.
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills, Point of Sale software and cash management.
  • Fun attitude and strong work ethic.
  • Strong attention to detail and must have a team-player mentality.
  • Ability to creatively cultivate long- term customer relationships.
  • Regular and on-time attendance is required.
    Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
  • MED Badge-Must be able to secure appropriate work credentials from the Colorado Department
    of Revenue, MED


Working Conditions:

  • Able to use a computer for extended periods of time.
  • Able to move about a typical office, manufacturing, warehouse, or retail environment.
  • Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
  • Must be able to accommodate scheduling expectations including weekend, evening, and holiday shifts and store location movement.
  • Flexibility to support other retail locations within 25 mile radius.

 

Notice: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.