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.
