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LEVERAGE YOUR COMPETENCY-BASED RÉSUMÉ 41

list after the introduction. Figure 3-3 integrates the competencies into a
statement that also mentions the proficiencies and concludes with men-
tion of hard skills.

The Professional Experience Section

Picture a desk piled high with hundreds of résumés. These résumés were
submitted by people who want the same job as you are applying for and
they are just as qualified as you are. The person working his way through
this stack of résumés will need some pretty compelling information to put
your résumé on the “call for appointment” pile. You can provide this com-
pelling information in your Professional Experience section when it fo-
cuses on the core competencies being sought. Figures 3-4, 3-5, and 3-6
have examples of solid and effective Professional Experience résumé
sections.

As with the Objective Statement, there are several ways you can pres-
ent the picture of your prior experience. Figure 3-4 uses a bulleted list,
which, after the statement of company and title, has focused, bulleted state-
ments that stress core competencies and accomplishments. Figure 3-5
highlights the competencies by pairing them with responsibilities, using a
two-column format. Figure 3-6 applies a case study approach, with two
examples highlighting the challenges and results.

Figure 3-4

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Vice President of Construction
USA Construction Inc., New York, NY (2004 – Present)
– Achieved 100% on-time completion and safety rate on projects that ranged up to $5 million.
Overcame numerous logistical, scheduling, and personnel challenges (harsh and hostile environments,
constant turnover, bottlenecks) to meet and exceed objectives.
– Created comprehensive training programs for department employees that led to improved team
capabilities and shorter learning curves for new staff. Ensured 100% employee participation in training.
– Function as Senior Manager for CAD, Survey, Engineering, and Construction departments with
85 total employees. Work with cross-functional teams (clients and employers) to resolve issues and
drive successful project completion.

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