How to Write a Resume for an Administrative Assistant Job
Do you want to become an administrative assistant? It may be easier to find potential jobs than to receive those job offers. Get your foot in the door by creating an impressive resume. Use the following steps to create a resume for your future as an administrative assistant.
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Instructions
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Start with your basic contact information. All the information you provide should be ways to easily contact you. Phone number(s), email address, and home address are all important contact information you should provide.
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Include any education that you have received. It is important to showcase your education when applying for a job in the office. Be sure to mention any clubs and organizations that will be impressive to an employer.
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Let your past experience in an office be known when applying for this job. If you don't have any experience in an office, try to think of how your past employment can be useful to the employer.
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Include any certifications that you have, such as certified typing, numeric typing, and various computer programs.
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Any relevant skills or qualifications should be included, such as knowledge of computer programs and office skills that you've picked up. Being an administrative assistant also means that you have to be personable and organized, and have an amazing work ethic.
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If you want to include a small section on your interests, this might work to your advantage. Employers like to see a personality to go along with your qualifications. Limit to your interests to about a line or two. This shouldn't take up a lot of space.
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Any groups or organizations that you are a part of should be included. It is fine to include any organizations from the past five years.
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References shouldn't be placed on the same page as your resume. Create an entirely new page for references. Have at least three references whom you know you can rely on.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep your resume to one page in length, not including your references.
If you have any gaps in employment, you may have to answer for them so be prepared.
Don't lie or embellish on your resume. Be honest and it will prevent problems later.
