Scenario: You are responsible for selecting candidates to interview for the Project Manager position you advertised. Below are the responsibilities, requirements, and skills for a successful candidate. With over 100 resumes submitted, your task is to develop a checklist of criteria that you will use in screening the resumes to select the top five candidates.

Present a minimum one-page explanation of your process for Project Manager resume screening. In a separate Word document, how would you create a checklist with a rating scale for resume evaluation targeted to the Project Manager position. Your checklist should also include criteria for evaluating the resume appearance and organization.

Project Manager Responsibilities:

Coordinate internal resources and third parties for the flawless execution of multiple projects Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders Ensure resource availability and allocation Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs Measure performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques Perform risk management to minimize potential risks Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation Meet with internal staff to clarify specific requirements of each project Develop spreadsheets, diagrams, and process maps to document needs Use and continually develop leadership skills Project Manager Requirements:

Proven working experience in project management Excellent written and verbal communication skills Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking skills Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Salesforce Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus Bachelor's degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience Experience with project management software tools Project Manager Skills and Proficiencies:

Thorough knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs Solid analytical and problem-solving skills Resourcefulness in finding appropriate solutions to problems and initiative in presenting alternatives and implementing solutions to ensure effective change Strong skills to communicate effectively with all levels internal and external constituencies, both verbally and in writing Ability to multitask with demanding time frames Skilled in proofreading, editing, and independently drafting correspondence Demonstrated ability to analyze data Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve the department's goals