Writing a cover letter
A 
cover letter should be provided with your resume to introduce you to the prospective employer. A cover letter indicates that you approach your job search in a businesslike manner and creates an important first impression. It is important and demonstrates to the employer that you are seriously interested in the position you are applying for.
If applying electronically to The City of Calgary, the electronic system only permits one file to be attached, so send your cover letter with your resume in one file.
View the sample cover letter for further tips, recommendations and layout.
Resume tips
The purpose of your resume is to sell or market yourself to an employer and to obtain an interview, in this case, with The City of Calgary. Essentially you are creating your own advertisement to "get your foot in the door". Utilize your resume to attract attention, create interest, showcase your accomplishments and encourage a hiring supervisor to contact you. In order to achieve this, you must communicate your relevant skills, education, experience and interests effectively so that the employer can make an initial evaluation of your resume and match it to the job.
Resume structure
The resume preferred by The City of Calgary lists your skills and experience first. Your employment history is listed next. With this type of resume you can highlight the skills you have that are relevant to the job you are applying for, and also provide the chronological work history that employers prefer.
The City of Calgary does not use a resume scanner for shortlisting applicants. This type of resume is not required.
Assistance with writing resumes and cover letters, or attending workshops on these topics, can be access freely from the provincial government career resources.
