<p>OVERVIEW and iMPACT:</p> <p>Volunteer Job Search Assistants at the Appleton Public Library (APL) provide help to people searching for jobs for a variety of career and employment-related needs. APL offers free access to study rooms, computers with internet, and wi-fi, so volunteers can provide individual assistance to people seeking assistance. Volunteers are available at the library to assist job seekers with job searches, online applications, building a resume and cover letter, learning new skills (upskilling) using our FREE digital resources such as Gale Courses and Mango Languages, and exploring career changes.</p> <p>RESPONSIBILITIES and EXPECTATIONS:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Providing employment assistance, training, and resources to people looking for work</p> </li><li> <p>Teaching patrons to set up accounts and use online resources for employment, training, and education:</p> </li><li> <p>Job search sites (i.e., Job Center, Indeed, etc.)</p> </li><li> <p>APL upskilling resources (i.e., Gale Courses, Mango Languages)</p> </li><li> <p>Community resources (i.e., 2-1-1, community bulletin board, jobs/career/business bulletin board)</p> </li><li> <p>Finding résumé templates and/or assisting with creating résumés</p> </li><li> <p>Listening attentively and asking open-ended questions to help patrons identify and articulate job skills</p> </li><li> <p>Printing, scanning, and copying on public APL devices</p> </li><li> <p>Providing library directions (i.e., bathrooms) and hours</p> </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS and COMMITMENT:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Passionate about helping others in our community</p> </li><li> <p>Respectful and non-judgmental of individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and abilities</p> </li><li> <p>Able to provide friendly, patient, and non-judgmental instruction and assistance</p> </li><li> <p> Proficient with a variety of computer skills:</p> </li></ul> <p>                 - Navigating websites and search engines</p> <p>                 - Microsoft Office suite</p> <p>                 - Various Internet browsers (Chrome, FireFox, Edge, etc)</p> <p>                 - Computers, tablets, and smartphones</p> <ul> <li> <p>Able to work shifts for a minimum of 2 hours on a Wednesday or Thursday afternoon (please inquire to learn specific times)</p> </li><li> <p>Preferring candidates with conversational Spanish to serve job seekers during specific shifts</p> </li><li> <p>Training will be provided</p> </li></ul>