Job Searching

Job Searching Databases

Brainfuse JobNow
JobNow from Brainfuse, provides live interactive online help combined with online resources to guide you through the tasks necessary to get a job. Resources found here will help prepare you for an interview and to write a great resume. This resource is available in the library or outside the library to Greenfield residents.

Local Resources for Job Searching

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin

Group that provides resources and aid with job skills and some job placement.

 

Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

The key site for State of Wisconsin unemployment resources.  Apply for benefits, file your weekly claim, and reporting unemployment fraud are just a few function of this website.

 

Job Center of Wisconsin

Provides resources, workshops, and easy job search usage for those in need of employment.

 

Employ Milwaukee: The Workforce Development Board in Milwaukee County

Group that works to connect job seekers with employment opportunities, and provides education and training to create skilled works.

 

Wisconsin Department of Children and Families

Website that shows Wisconsin’s offerings of several programs to help parents and adults prepare and find employment

 

Community Advocates

Group that helps those enduring difficult times.  Offers “Bottomless Closet,” a service with gently used clothes for job interviews and some professional work.

 

AARP Work and Jobs

Good portal with many links and job tips for those over 50 years of age.

 

Purdue Online Writing Lab

Excellent resource on business and job search writing, with samples and templates.