James Doe 2135 Woodridge Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (225) 555-6789
OBJECTIVE:	A Programmer/Analyst position with increased responsibility and an opportunity for career growth.
EDUCATION:	Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. B.S. Degree, Computer Science, May 1985. GPA: 2.9
WORK EXPERIENCE:
6/85 - Present:	American Life Insurance Company, Baton Rouge, Louisiana Position: Programmer/Analyst Hardware/Software: IBM 3091, IBM 4341, MVS/XA, COBOL, CICS Command Level, Assembler and "Life-Comm." Responsible for writing, testing and maintaining programs for Accounts Receivable. Member of a team of 3 programmers who are responsible for enhancement and maintenance of "Life-Comm." and various subsystems within "Life-Comm." Complete responsibility for one subsystem.
HONORS &
ACTIVITIES:	Dean's List last 3 semesters Recipient of T.H. Harris Scholarship Member of Gamma Beta Phi Little League Football Coach
REFERENCES:	Available upon request.

So, why does James Doe's resume work? His computer science degree and accounting minor, both of which are relevant, are readily seen in this resume. His light work experience is downplayed because all of his hardware and software experience is listed. His responsibilities are clearly outlined. His GPA, which is a solid 2.9, is shown, as are his academic honors. His leadership capabilities are included under the Honors and Activities heading.

Jennifer Jones 123 First Street Baton Rouge, LA 70808 (225) 123-4567
OBJECTIVE:	Development Supervisor, Senior Systems Analyst or Consultant. Hwd./Sftwr.: IBM 3091, IBM 4281, COBOL, CICS, IMS, VTAM, OS/MVS/XA.
Development Supervisor	June '86 to Present
Large Manufacturing Company Responsible for all new development: accounting, inventory, production and administration. Supervise 10 programmer analysts. Solved compatibility problems. Developed an incentive program to improve morale.
Project Group Leader	May '85 to June '86
ABC Company Supervised 5 programmers. Responsible for design and maintenance of accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger system. Greatest achievement was an on-line inventory system using CICS.
Senior Programmer Analyst	January '85 to May '85
XYZ Company Responsible for installation, modification and maintenance of MSA Payroll System. Worked closely with users. Solved production problems.
Programmer Analyst	January '80 to January '85
AAA Company Responsible for writing, testing and maintenance of Accounts Receivable and personnel using COBOL and CICS Command Level.
Education:	B.S. Degree in Economics, December, 1979 Louisiana State University

And, how is Jennifer Jones' resume effective? Her objective leaves the door open for opportunities other than management. Her job titles clearly show her career growth while downplaying the number of jobs she's held. Her management skills and work accomplishments are included. She clearly outlines her responsibilities with each position held.

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