For a human resource resume, the chronological resume format is usually the best choice.
However, you can spice it up some by inserting some components from the functional resume format that will allow you to focus on your best skills.
Keep in mind that the traditional functional resume format should only be used under certain circumstances:·|
Susan Glenn
2567 Westwood Circle, Portland, OR 55555 · Telephone:1-555-555-1212 Home Email: susang@somedomain.com SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Human resources professional with both supervisory and general experience. Background in both non-profit and corporate environments. AREAS OF EXPERTISE
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Harmony, Trenton, NJ 2003 to Present Human Resource
James and Smith, Inc. Newark, NJ 2001 to 2003 Human Resource Coordinator
EDUCATION Pennsylvania State University Bachelor of Arts in Business Management / Human Resources Pursuing Master of Science in Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management at Cornell University, New York, NY |
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A chronological human resource resume format gives you the ability to focus on strong professional experience and education.
By adding elements from the functional resume format you also gain the ability to highlight relevant skills as well that may give you an edge in the human resources field.

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