The resume objectives statements are a short summary of your profile and your career goals and it is what employers are looking for.

In other words, the objectives are for the employers so they can evaluate your competencies. The resume objectives help them perceive whether you would suit the position.

Employers tend to search for phrases and basic qualities that fit the job position. That is why you may place the resume objective paragraph at the beginning.

You also want to be brief and to the point to increase the chances that your resume will be read and chosen/selected.