Writing A Chronological/Functional
Combined Resume

The third basic resume format is the Chronological/Functional Combined:

• Can include headings of various jobs held with description of accomplishments.
  OR
• Only a brief job description chronology.
• Only a brief Achievements and Skills section.
  OR
• More detailed Summary that includes skills and qualifications.

This resume type is ideal when:

• Wishing to take advantage of both resume types.
• Highlights positives and down plays any possible negatives of
  either type of resume.

This resume type is not ideal when:

• Wishing to present a shorter resume.

  
Remember: FOCUS ON SPECIFIC, QUANTIFIABLE RESULTS when detailing your experience. Generalizations get you nowhere. If you aren't specific and don't detail your expertise and highlights, someone else will. And, they will get the job - not you.
  

Example of a Combination
Chronological/Functional Resume:

PETER J. PROBST
222 Sport Crescent, New York, NY 95520
(336) 746-1345
bb3177@appstate.edu

EDUCATION

Avondale University
Bachelor of Science, Geography Cooranbong, Australia
1998

GIS
Minor in Geology

GIS INTERNSHIP

American Geological Society
New York, NY
1999

• Developed a geomorphic prototype data base with Arc/Info and ArcView on a UNIX platform.
• Performed leadership role in the development of maps for use with the “Map of the World” radioactive waste site assessment.

RELATED SKILLS

Computer Software and Operating Systems:

Arc.Info (PC and UNIX),ArcView, SAS, Atlas GIS, Surfer, ERDASIMAGE, MapInfo, GSMap, GSMCad, XV, PaintShopPro, Corel Draw, all versions MS Word, MS Power Point, DBExpert, WordPerfect, Lotus, Color Works, Canvas, and C programming

Advanced knowledge of: DOS, UNIX, Windows: 3.1, 95, NT, MacOS, and OS2.

Technical Expertise:

• Intermediate experience with interpreting air photos and satellite images, digitizing of web site design and advanced knowledge of web site analysis.
• Published credit for 6 geological maps which are still used today.

SELECTED WORK EXPERIENCE

Beaker Inn and Lodge
Manager, South Dakota
1993- 1998

Maintained long term work relationship while engaged in a full academic course load throughout college.

• Managed and supervised staff of 14 employees.
• Trained newcomers 35% faster than others.
• Reported directly to owner.
• Responsible for overseeing entire operation in owner’s absence over summer season.

REFERENCES AND PORTFOLIO

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