Name _____________________

Group _____________________
Job Search Workbook
Falcon Ridge Ranch
(Careers Credit .25)
Part 1/Qtr 1

Required Tasks

1st Read through the book and complete the following Activities (10 points each):
pg 8: Use Action Verbs to Describe Your Soft and Technical Skills
pg 10: Work Experience List
pg 11: Educational History
pg 13: Career Goal

2nd You will create the following documents based on the pages in the manual. You will select a career/job
you want to get when you go home or in the future. This career will be used for all assigned
documents. Also please use Falcon Ridge Ranchs address as your address and use a fictional address
as the person/company you are writing to. Each assigned topic will be worth 50 points (see attached
rubric).
pg 19: Cover Letter
pg 25: Chronological Resume
pg 27: Functional Resume
pg 41: Thank You Letter
See attached: Sample Application

3rd You will turn in at least 3 pages of notes in preparation for a final exam (60 points).

4th Take final exam (100 points). Note you can use one index card of notes on the final.
20 pts - multiple choice
50 pts - tables with explanation
30 pts - sample application

Total Points = 450 points

USOE Curriculum Alignment:

Workplace Skills, Strand 1; Standard 1, Objective C: Create a resume that reflects the students career interest and
academic skills (English, Math, Science, etc.). Workplace Skills, Strand 1; Standard 2: Plan and write a letter of
introduction & Standard 3: Complete a job application. Workplace Skills, Strand 1; Standard 4: Demonstrate job interview
skills (USOE, Utah Education Network).
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Job Search Workbook

Falcon Ridge Ranch
Grading Record Qtr 1

Assignments Points Possible Points Awarded

pg 8: Use Action Verbs to Describe Your Soft 10 pts

and Technical Skills

pg 10: Work Experience List 10 pts

pg 11: Educational History 10 pts

pg 13: Career Goal 10 pts

pg 19: Cover Letter 50 pts

pg 25: Chronological Resume 50 pts

pg 27: Functional Resume 50 pts

pg 41: Thank You Letter 50 pts

See attached: Sample Application 50 pts

Final Exam Part 1: Multiple Choice 20 pts

Final Exam Part 2: Tables 50 pts

Final Exam Part 3: Application 30 pts

Total Points 450 pts

 Name _____________________
Group _____________________

Job Search Work Samples

Grading Rubric

Student Name: _______________ Assignment: _______________

Skill Outstanding Good Average Unsatisfactory Total

Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer

generated generated generated generated
Balanced margins with Balanced margins Somewhat balanced Unbalanced margins
eye appeal Format identifies margins Format detracts from
PRESENTATION/ Format highlights strengths and Format identifies strengths and
strengths and information strengths and information
FORMAT information Appropriate fonts and information Fonts distract from
Appropriate fonts and point size used No variation in fonts readability
point size used with and/or point size
variety

Ranking Points 20 18 15 10

All action phrases 1-2 duties/skills lack 3-4 duties/skills lack 5-6 duties/skills lack
used to describe duties action phrases action phrases action phrases
and skills Information Some information Information does not
JOB-SPECIFIC / Information demonstrates ability demonstrates ability clearly demonstrate
VOLUNTEER demonstrates ability to to perform the job to perform the job ability to perform the
INFORMATION perform the job Some professional job
Professional terminology used
terminology used when when describing
describing skills skills

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Missing one of the

skills, experience, and skills, experience, skills, experience, following: heading,
education covered in and education and education objective, experience,
detail covered in some covered with little or education
CONTENT Extra information given detail detail No extra information
to enhance Extra information Minimal extra given to enhance
given to enhance information given to
enhance

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

SPELLING & No spelling errors 1-2 spelling errors 3-4 spelling errors 5-6 spelling errors
GRAMMAR No grammar errors 1-2 grammar errors 3-4 grammar errors 5-6 grammar errors

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Comments:

 Name _____________________
Group _____________________

Job Search Work Samples

Grading Rubric

Student Name: _______________ Assignment: _______________

Skill Outstanding Good Average Unsatisfactory Total

Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer

generated generated generated generated
Balanced margins with Balanced margins Somewhat balanced Unbalanced margins
eye appeal Format identifies margins Format detracts from
PRESENTATION/ Format highlights strengths and Format identifies strengths and
strengths and information strengths and information
FORMAT information Appropriate fonts and information Fonts distract from
Appropriate fonts and point size used No variation in fonts readability
point size used with and/or point size
variety

Ranking Points 20 18 15 10

All action phrases 1-2 duties/skills lack 3-4 duties/skills lack 5-6 duties/skills lack
used to describe duties action phrases action phrases action phrases
and skills Information Some information Information does not
JOB-SPECIFIC / Information demonstrates ability demonstrates ability clearly demonstrate
VOLUNTEER demonstrates ability to to perform the job to perform the job ability to perform the
INFORMATION perform the job Some professional job
Professional terminology used
terminology used when when describing
describing skills skills

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Missing one of the

skills, experience, and skills, experience, skills, experience, following: heading,
education covered in and education and education objective, experience,
detail covered in some covered with little or education
CONTENT Extra information given detail detail No extra information
to enhance Extra information Minimal extra given to enhance
given to enhance information given to
enhance

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

SPELLING & No spelling errors 1-2 spelling errors 3-4 spelling errors 5-6 spelling errors
GRAMMAR No grammar errors 1-2 grammar errors 3-4 grammar errors 5-6 grammar errors

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Comments:

 Name _____________________
Group _____________________

Job Search Work Samples

Grading Rubric

Student Name: _______________ Assignment: _______________

Skill Outstanding Good Average Unsatisfactory Total

Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer

generated generated generated generated
Balanced margins with Balanced margins Somewhat balanced Unbalanced margins
eye appeal Format identifies margins Format detracts from
PRESENTATION/ Format highlights strengths and Format identifies strengths and
strengths and information strengths and information
FORMAT information Appropriate fonts and information Fonts distract from
Appropriate fonts and point size used No variation in fonts readability
point size used with and/or point size
variety

Ranking Points 20 18 15 10

All action phrases 1-2 duties/skills lack 3-4 duties/skills lack 5-6 duties/skills lack
used to describe duties action phrases action phrases action phrases
and skills Information Some information Information does not
JOB-SPECIFIC / Information demonstrates ability demonstrates ability clearly demonstrate
VOLUNTEER demonstrates ability to to perform the job to perform the job ability to perform the
INFORMATION perform the job Some professional job
Professional terminology used
terminology used when when describing
describing skills skills

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Missing one of the

skills, experience, and skills, experience, skills, experience, following: heading,
education covered in and education and education objective, experience,
detail covered in some covered with little or education
CONTENT Extra information given detail detail No extra information
to enhance Extra information Minimal extra given to enhance
given to enhance information given to
enhance

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

SPELLING & No spelling errors 1-2 spelling errors 3-4 spelling errors 5-6 spelling errors
GRAMMAR No grammar errors 1-2 grammar errors 3-4 grammar errors 5-6 grammar errors

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Comments:

 Name _____________________
Group _____________________

Job Search Work Samples

Grading Rubric

Student Name: _______________ Assignment: _______________

Skill Outstanding Good Average Unsatisfactory Total

Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer

generated generated generated generated
Balanced margins with Balanced margins Somewhat balanced Unbalanced margins
eye appeal Format identifies margins Format detracts from
PRESENTATION/ Format highlights strengths and Format identifies strengths and
strengths and information strengths and information
FORMAT information Appropriate fonts and information Fonts distract from
Appropriate fonts and point size used No variation in fonts readability
point size used with and/or point size
variety

Ranking Points 20 18 15 10

All action phrases 1-2 duties/skills lack 3-4 duties/skills lack 5-6 duties/skills lack
used to describe duties action phrases action phrases action phrases
and skills Information Some information Information does not
JOB-SPECIFIC / Information demonstrates ability demonstrates ability clearly demonstrate
VOLUNTEER demonstrates ability to to perform the job to perform the job ability to perform the
INFORMATION perform the job Some professional job
Professional terminology used
terminology used when when describing
describing skills skills

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Missing one of the

skills, experience, and skills, experience, skills, experience, following: heading,
education covered in and education and education objective, experience,
detail covered in some covered with little or education
CONTENT Extra information given detail detail No extra information
to enhance Extra information Minimal extra given to enhance
given to enhance information given to
enhance

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

SPELLING & No spelling errors 1-2 spelling errors 3-4 spelling errors 5-6 spelling errors
GRAMMAR No grammar errors 1-2 grammar errors 3-4 grammar errors 5-6 grammar errors

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Comments:

 Name _____________________
Group _____________________

Job Search Work Samples

Grading Rubric

Student Name: _______________ Assignment: _______________

Skill Outstanding Good Average Unsatisfactory Total

Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer Typed or computer

generated generated generated generated
Balanced margins with Balanced margins Somewhat balanced Unbalanced margins
eye appeal Format identifies margins Format detracts from
PRESENTATION/ Format highlights strengths and Format identifies strengths and
strengths and information strengths and information
FORMAT information Appropriate fonts and information Fonts distract from
Appropriate fonts and point size used No variation in fonts readability
point size used with and/or point size
variety

Ranking Points 20 18 15 10

All action phrases 1-2 duties/skills lack 3-4 duties/skills lack 5-6 duties/skills lack
used to describe duties action phrases action phrases action phrases
and skills Information Some information Information does not
JOB-SPECIFIC / Information demonstrates ability demonstrates ability clearly demonstrate
VOLUNTEER demonstrates ability to to perform the job to perform the job ability to perform the
INFORMATION perform the job Some professional job
Professional terminology used
terminology used when when describing
describing skills skills

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Heading, objective, Missing one of the

skills, experience, and skills, experience, skills, experience, following: heading,
education covered in and education and education objective, experience,
detail covered in some covered with little or education
CONTENT Extra information given detail detail No extra information
to enhance Extra information Minimal extra given to enhance
given to enhance information given to
enhance

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

SPELLING & No spelling errors 1-2 spelling errors 3-4 spelling errors 5-6 spelling errors
GRAMMAR No grammar errors 1-2 grammar errors 3-4 grammar errors 5-6 grammar errors

Ranking Points 10 8 6 4

Comments:

 Name _____________________
Group _____________________

 Name _____________________
Group _____________________
Part 1 Final Exam
Job Search Workbook
Falcon Ridge Ranch

Directions: Please circle the most complete answer. If you feel like there are two choices please write a
sentence for credit that defends your position (this is not required).

1. To be truly successful at finding a job, you should

a. put an average of 3 hours a week searching for a job.
b. only search when you have the time.
c. consider finding a job a full time job.
d. hire someone to help you to do your job search.

2. Employers use
a. word of mouth during the hiring process.
b. exclusively use the resume that the applicant submits.
c. social media and other online programs to research the applicant.
d. recommendations from your best friend about the quality of your work.

3. Email etiquette includes all the following except....
a. using professional tone of voice.
b. using emoticons and acronyms for common words.
c. having a subject line that is specific including the job posting number.
d. using an email alias/address that is appropriate and professional.

4. Soft Skills
a. skills that all employees must have to succeed in the workplace.
b. skills that are not important.
c. skills created by rigorous training at college.
d. none of the above.

5. Soft skills include
a. attendance
b. team work
c. responsibility
d. flexibility
e. problem solving
f. motivation
g. all of the above
h. none of the above


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6. You can look for job openings through which source?
a. networking
b. company websites
c. public libraries
d. newspaper ads
e. local radio
f. social networking
g. all of the above
h. none of the above

7. What is a resume?
a. a story about you life.
b. you marketing tool and summary of your challenges you hat at the time.
c. an outline of your abilities,education, work experience, special knowledge and training
d. the application that applicants must fill out prior to submitting further information.

8. Which of the following is not a type of resume?
a. functional resume
b. targeted resume
c. logical resume
d. combination resume

9. Which of these is NOT an advantage of a combination resume?
a. highlights most relevant skills and accomplishments
b. de-emphasizes job tasks and responsibilities
c. combines skills developed in a variety of jobs or other activities
d. all of the above are advantages.

10. Dressing appropriately for an interview means
a. wearing your causual clothes
b. wearing your very best
c. wearing summer clothing
d. dressing one level about the position you are interested in obtaining

11. It is recommended that you arrive for an interview
a. exactly at the time you are supposed to meet
b. 5 minutes prior to your interview time
c. 10-15 minutes prior to your interview time
d. as long as you are early it doesnt matter.

12. During an interview you should
a. write down every single word the interviewer is saying
b. take brief notes
c. do not write during an interview it is rude

 Name _____________________
Group _____________________
13. If the employer does not offer you a job or say when you will hear about it,
a. ask when you may call to find out about the decision
b. ask if they have a candidate that they are considering
c. you can go home and assume you are not getting the job
d. you should immediately email the interviewer once the job interview is done

14. During the interview you should
a. maintain eye contact
b. show you want the job with your interest
c. listen and adapt
d. all of the above

15. T or False
Some jobs may require testing or assessments

16. Practical tests measure
a. your skills after high school
b. your skills after college
c. what you know and what you can do in a job
d. are administered on the job after you are hired

17. What kind of questions should you ask yourself after an interview?
a. Was I too tense? Too relaxed?
b. Did I effectively close the interview?
c. Was I dressed appropriately?
d. Did I talk too much? Too little?
e. None of the above
f. All of the above

18. True or False
It is appropriate to ask the interviewer for a business card.

19. True or False
Sending thank you notes is an age old practice and is not expected when you have an interview.

20. True or False
At the end of the interview the interviewer will probably ask if you have any questions. It is
appropriate to state No, I dont but thank you.


 Name _____________________
Group _____________________

Part 2 -- Job Search Workbook
Falcon Ridge Ranch
Final Exam

Directions: Please complete the following charts. Use complete sentences when it asks for explanation.

11. List five tips for completing an application and explain how it is helpful. (10 pts)
Tip for completing an application How it is helpful?

12. List five tips for writing cover letters and explain why it is helpful. (10 pts)
Tip for completing an cover letter How it is helpful?

13. List five tips for writing a resume and explain why it is helpful. (10 pts)
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Tip for completing a resume How it is helpful?

14. Please list the four types of resumes and then explain why it is used (10 pts)

Types of Resume Why is it used

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15. Choose two of the four types of resume and give 3 advantages of using that type and then give 2
disadvantages for using it. (10 pts)

Types of Resume Advantages (3 pts each) Disadvantages (2 pts each)

 Name _____________________
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Part 3 -- Job Search Workbook
Falcon Ridge Ranch
Final Exam

Directions: Please fill out the following application for a job. Remember the techniques for filling out an
application. If a section does not apply to you please do not leave it blank include N/A, which indicates that
the section does not apply to you.

APPLICANT SECTION
Position applied for:

Personal details

Given name: Family name:

Preferred name:

Address:

Telephone Daytime: Mobile:

Email:

Current qualifications

Qualification title Institution/training provider Year completed

Are you currently undertaking study/training?

(tick one) Yes No

If yes, course/program name:

Full Part
(tick one) time time Distance Other

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Previous employment (most recent first)

Office use
Employer name/ Dates Reason for check
establishment from/to Position held leaving initial/date

Do you agree to have referees contacted in relation to

this application? (tick one) Yes No

(Reference checks will be conducted legally in an ethical manner and all information derived
will remain confidential.)

Please provide details of three people who can speak on your behalf regarding your work
history.

Office use
Position held/working relationship check
Name Contact No. (eg supervisor) initial/date

What type of work are

you available for? (tick
one) Full time Part time Casual

When will you be available for work?

Please provide any other information that you identify as being pertinent to this
application
(eg medical conditions, disabilities)
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Declaration
I declare that, to the best of my knowledge, the information given is true and correct. I understand that
inaccurate, misleading or untrue statements or knowingly withheld information may result in termination of
employment with this organisation. I understand that this application does not constitute an offer of
employment. I understand that, in some cases, police and credit checks will be required and I will be notified if
this applies to this application.

Signed: Date: