How Do You Write An Administrative Resume?
When looking for work as a secretary, administrative assistant or office manager, the first thing you should do is write a resume. Your resume should follow a chronological format and clearly demonstrate your administrative and clerical skills and background. List your name, address and phone number at the top of the resume. Include your email address. Write an effective objective statement. Don’t limit yourself by naming a specific position in the objective. For example, this objective statement is too narrow. “Objective: To find an administrative assistant position where I can use my skills to grow within the organization.” Instead write, “Objective: To use my seven years experience in a corporate environment to contribute in the areas of accounting, customer service, office management and word processing.” List previous employment from most recent backward. Include dates (years only), company name, job title and responsibilities. If you have major gaps in your work history, you can
