how to list jobs from many years ago |
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regular josephine in Portland, Oregon 4 months ago |
I have just left an office administrative job after 5 yrs. Before that, I worked only a few part time jobs while raising children. I'm looking for part time mid-level office admin work. On my resume, I'd like to include a job held for 14 years before children. It was a full time mid-management job in retail advertising and promotions. Although it's not necessarily the type of work I'm seeking, I'd like to include it as it shows I have additional high-level skills but by choice, am seeking a lower-level position. Because I left the job 20 years ago, I don't want to include the date. Is it ok to have a section of "other employment" with job titles and descriptions, and instead of dates of employment, list only the number of years worked? Throughout the "stay at home years", I also did freelance graphic design, which I'd like to include in this same section (without specific dates). I want to convey that I'm experienced in many areas, and am not looking for a "career". I have excellent references and I'm hoping an organization will be happy to have an experienced well-rounded worker. I appreciate your advice/suggestions! |
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Parafreegal in Chicago, Illinois 4 months ago |
I think you're going to want to account for the period from 91-92 to 05-06. I'm not saying indicating "14 years" wouldn't work, but employers are being flooded with resumes and are being very picky. Any little tiny thing can exclude you. And gaps are a huge problem around which to work. That's putting it nicely. I think I'd try to account for every year you can. But maybe someone else can be of more help. |
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regular josephine in Portland, Oregon 4 months ago |
HR Uncovered in Seattle, Washington said: If you are choosing to apply for lower-level position, then I would not include this older experience. Not only would you risk appearing over-qualified, you create the "gap" issue. You may then speak to your earlier experience in an interview, but I think it could work against you on the resume. Thank you so much for the feedback. I appreciate your insight! |
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