5. Preparing Additional Employment Documents

You might be required to write other employment documents and follow-up messages during the employment process. These documents reflect on your professionalism and your communication skills, so follow guidelines and instructions carefully.

When filling out a job application, you should be prepared to answer questions about which of the following? Check all that apply.

-Reasons for leaving previous positions

-Marital status

-Specific job and position titles

-Salary history and requirements

-Religious beliefs

Read the resume follow-up letter, and answer the following question.

Dear Ms. Johnson:

Please know that I am still interested in becoming a content editor for Smile Publications.

Since I submitted a resume in June, I have completed my graduate degree in English and am currently an adjunct instructor at two community colleges. Preparing my lessons and lectures has given me the opportunity to hone my communication and organizational skills.

Please keep my application in your active file, and let me know when I may put my classroom experience and strong educational background to work for you.

Sincerely,

Emily Henderson

What is effective about the letter?

A. It focuses on the applicants feelings.

B. It reviews the applicants strengths and qualifications.

C. It uses memo format.

Read the rejection follow-up letter, and answer the following question.

Dear Ms. Gonzalez:

Although I am disappointed to hear that you have selected another candidate for the marketing position, I appreciate your prompt and courteous communication.

Because I believe I have the organizational and technical skills needed to work in a growing company like EdCo, I hope you will keep my resume in your active file. My desire to work for your company remains strong.

I enjoyed meeting with you, and I appreciate your thorough explanation of your companys growth and future goals. To enhance my qualifications, I have enrolled in a course on Intercultural Communication in the Workplace at ZSU.

If you have an opening for a position I am qualified for, please contact me at (345) 435-3532. I will contact you in the next month to discuss employment possibilities.

Sincerely,

Janet Havasu

What is effective about the letter?

A. It asks the prospective employer to call and update the applicant on the position.

B. It uses memo format.

C. It emphasizes the applicants continued interest.

What should be included in a resignation letter?

A. A review of your strengths and qualifications

B. An offer of assistance to prepare for your resignation

C. A discussion of the companys strengths and weaknesses