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Volunteer: Job Search Coach

OVERVIEW AND IMPACT
Help job seekers affected by the pandemic to apply for jobs. Make a significant
contribution to the local workforce in doing so.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Familiarize and assist job seekers with online resources for job searches. Assist job seekers in writing resumes and cover letters. Help job seekers identify local job skills training resources. Assist job seekers in using online job skills training resources. Provide encouragement and assistance to those recovering from job losses.

QUALIFICATIONS

Eighteen years of age and older Speak English well and have the ability to read and write English at a
12th grade level.  Spanish language ability desirable but not necessary. Significant past experience using the internet for job searches. Familiarity with successful resume and cover letter writing strategies. Dependable and able to maintain a regular volunteer schedule and time records.

REPORTS TO

Information and Outreach Services Coordinator


TRAINING AND SUPPORT PROVIDED

Introduction to the library and its mission. Orientation to the library’s role in serving as a job search resource portal. Staff is available to answer questions but the candidate should be highly self-sufficient. Online training covering the job search resources the library has access to, as well as community job resources.

TIME COMMITMENT
Minimum one hour per week. Total of six months requested to provide continuity of service.


BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

Help fellow residents recover from job loss Have a positive impact on the local economy. Support Fond du Lac Public Library operations and help fulfill the organizational mission of creating lifelong learners.

Agency: Fond du Lac Public Library

OVERVIEW AND IMPACT
Help job seekers affected by the pandemic to apply for jobs. Make a significant
contribution to the local workforce in doing so.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Familiarize and assist job seekers with online resources for job searches. Assist job seekers in writing resumes and cover letters. Help job seekers identify local job skills training resources. Assist job seekers in using online job skills training resources. Provide encouragement and assistance to those recovering from job losses.

QUALIFICATIONS

Eighteen years of age and older Speak English well and have the ability to read and write English at a
12th grade level.  Spanish language ability desirable but not necessary. Significant past experience using the internet for job searches. Familiarity with successful resume and cover letter writing strategies. Dependable and able to maintain a regular volunteer schedule and time records.

REPORTS TO

Information and Outreach Services Coordinator


TRAINING AND SUPPORT PROVIDED

Introduction to the library and its mission. Orientation to the library’s role in serving as a job search resource portal. Staff is available to answer questions but the candidate should be highly self-sufficient. Online training covering the job search resources the library has access to, as well as community job resources.

TIME COMMITMENT
Minimum one hour per week. Total of six months requested to provide continuity of service.


BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

Help fellow residents recover from job loss Have a positive impact on the local economy. Support Fond du Lac Public Library operations and help fulfill the organizational mission of creating lifelong learners.

Agency: Fond du Lac Public Library

opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 54935

Allow Groups: No