{"id":102,"date":"2024-11-01T14:22:17","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T14:22:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/libraries.ne.gov\/siouxcounty\/?page_id=102"},"modified":"2024-11-01T15:46:37","modified_gmt":"2024-11-01T15:46:37","slug":"job-seeker","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/libraries.ne.gov\/siouxcounty\/job-seeker\/","title":{"rendered":"Job Seekers"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"102\" class=\"elementor elementor-102\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ca2718 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6ca2718\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba86df5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ba86df5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Job Seekers<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be358fb e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"be358fb\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed1231c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ed1231c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Click a topic on the left to find tutorials and resources to help through the job search and application process.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1b3f7d6 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1b3f7d6\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container 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tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1205\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Virtual Interview Preparation<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1206\" class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-desktop-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1206\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Interview Practice & Follow-Up<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1207\" class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-desktop-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"7\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1207\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Changing Careers<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1208\" class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-desktop-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"8\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1208\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Finding Work from Home Jobs<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tabs-content-wrapper\" role=\"tablist\" aria-orientation=\"vertical\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1201\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Find & Apply for Jobs Online<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1201\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1201\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"false\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/jobsearchandnetworking\/\"><b>Job Search &amp; Networking<\/b><\/a><b> (GCFLearn)<\/b>: Learn how to find jobs online, network, identify your skills, and what to do if you have a criminal record.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancecareers.com\/top-best-job-websites-2064080\"><b>The 10 Best Job Search Websites of 2021<\/b><\/a><b> (The Balance Careers):<\/b> Expand your job search by finding the best search site to meet your goals.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/topics\/applying-for-jobs\/\"><b>Applying for Jobs<\/b><\/a><b> (GCFLearn): <\/b>Learn about cover letters, interviewing skills, job applications and resume writing. Try this tutorial from GCFLearn to <a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/indeed\/\"><b>get started with Indeed<\/b><\/a>.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/projects\/utilize-careerbuilder-find-employment\"><b>Utilize CareerBuilder to Find Employment<\/b><\/a><b> (Coursera): <\/b>This free guided project will help you get started using CareerBuilder, a website to find and apply for jobs online.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/projects\/build-dream-job-profile-indeed\"><b>Build a Profile for a Dream Job with Indeed<\/b><\/a><b> (Coursera):<\/b> This free guided project will help you get started using Indeed, a website to find and apply for jobs online.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/projects\/create-resume-cover-letter-google-docs\"><b>Create a Resume &amp; Cover Letter w\/ Google Docs<\/b><\/a><b> (Coursera):<\/b> Use Google Docs, a free online word processor to make your resume and cover letter. The guided project is free as well!<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1202\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Resume & Cover Letter<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1202\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1202\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/projects\/create-resume-cover-letter-google-docs\"><b>Create a Resume &amp; Cover Letter with Google Docs<\/b><\/a><b> (Coursera): <\/b>This free course will guide you through building your resume and cover letter using the free Google Doc word processor.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/resumewriting\/\"><b>Resume Writing<\/b><\/a><b> (GCFLearn): <\/b>Try the YouTube playlist or the written guide to build a resume.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/coverletters\/\"><b>Cover Letters<\/b><\/a><b> (GCFLearn):<\/b> Try the YouTube playlist or the written guide to write a cover letter.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/owl.purdue.edu\/owl\/job_search_writing\/resumes_and_vitas\/resume_workshop\/index.html\"><b>Resumes and CVs Workshop<\/b><\/a><b> (Purdue Online Writing Lab): <\/b>Learn about formatting, resume sections, and other important details in this written guide.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/search?query=resume&amp;\"><b>Resume &amp; Cover Letter Guided Projects<\/b><\/a><b> (Coursera):<\/b> Go to Coursera and search for \u201cresume\u201d to find free guided projects and courses to write a great resume &amp; cover letter.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1203\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Social Media for Professionals<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1203\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1203\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/linkedin\/\"><b>LinkedIn Basics<\/b><\/a><b> (GDFLearn): <\/b>Get started with LinkedIn and learn how to network online.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.learnhowtobecome.org\/career-resource-center\/using-twitter-professional-development\/\"><b>Using Twitter for Professional Development<\/b><\/a><b> (Learn How to Become):<\/b> Twitter is a popular platform for professionals. Use this guide to get started with your own account.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancecareers.com\/should-you-use-facebook-for-professional-networking-2062587\"><b>Should You Use Facebook for Professional Networking<\/b><\/a><b> (The Balance Careers): <\/b>Learn the do\u2019s and don\u2019ts of using Facebook to build your career.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1204\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Learn Microsoft Office for Free<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1204\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1204\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><ul><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifewire.com\/microsoft-office-4156573\">A Complete Guide to Microsoft Office<\/a><\/strong>: Learn what&#8217;s included with Microsoft Office, what it&#8217;s good for, and how to get it.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\"><b>Microsoft 365 Training<\/b><\/a><b> (Microsoft): <\/b>Use Microsoft\u2019s free training series to learn Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook email and the rest of the Microsoft 365 Suite.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/subjects\/office\/\"><b>Microsoft Office Tutorials<\/b><\/a><b> (GCFLearn): <\/b>This collection of free tutorials will help you learn both new and older versions of Microsoft Office, depending upon what you have access to use.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/specializations\/everyday-excel#about\"><b>Everyday Excel Specialization<\/b><\/a><b> (Coursera): <\/b>The University of Colorado Boulder offers this free three-course series to help you learn Excel online. Earn a certificate to improve your resume.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1205\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Virtual Interview Preparation<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1205\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1205\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/EmploymentRecovery\/FindAJobNow\/ace-your-interview.aspx\"><b>Virtual Interviews<\/b><\/a><b> (CareerOneStop): <\/b>Learn the general process and virtual interview etiquette.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/zoom\/getting-started-with-zoom\/1\/\"><b>Getting Started with Zoom<\/b><\/a> <b>(GCFLearn):<\/b> Get comfortable using Zoom before the interview.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/skype-2016\/\"><b>Skype Video Calls Tutorials<\/b><\/a><b> (GCFLearn): <\/b>Get comfortable using Skype before the interview.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edu.gcfglobal.org\/en\/googlehangouts\/\"><b>Google Hangouts<\/b><\/a><b> (GCFLearn): <\/b>Get comfortable using Google Hangouts before the interview.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1206\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Interview Practice & Follow-Up<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1206\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1206\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancecareers.com\/practice-interview-tips-and-techniques-2062805\"><b>Practice Interview Tips and Techniques <\/b><\/a><b>(The Balance Careers):<\/b> Use this set of practice interview questions, preparation tips and tricks to ace your upcoming interview.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancecareers.com\/job-interviews-4161912\"><b>Job Interview Guide<\/b><\/a><b> (The Balance Careers): <\/b>This guide will help you research the company to which you are applying and choose the right outfit to get the job done.<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/career-advice\/interviewing\/follow-up-email-examples-after-interview\"><b>Follow-Up Email Examples For After the Interview<\/b><\/a> (Indeed): Remember to follow-up with a thank-you email after the interview. This guide with examples will help.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"7\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1207\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Changing Careers<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1207\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"7\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1207\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/ExploreCareers\/Assessments\/self-assessments.aspx\"><b>Career Self-Assessments<\/b><\/a><b> (CareerOneStop): <\/b>Take one or more assessments to choose a new career based on interests, skills, and\/ or work values. Career examples are available!<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/LocalHelp\/local-help.aspx\"><b>Find An American Job Center<\/b><\/a><b> (CareerOneStop):<\/b> Enter your zip code to find local job centers, employment and training programs.<b><\/b><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dol.nebraska.gov\/EmploymentAndTraining\"><b>Job Seeker Resources<\/b><\/a><b> (Nebraska Department of Labor):<\/b> Find local jobs, explore career videos, find High Wage, High Demand, High Skills jobs, and find training assistance &amp; programs.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"8\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1208\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Finding Work from Home Jobs<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1208\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"8\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1208\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancecareers.com\/how-to-find-work-from-home-jobs-during-a-pandemic-4800653\"><b>How to Find Work-From-Home Jobs That Are Hiring Now<\/b><\/a><b> (The Balance Careers): <\/b>Find tips and tricks for job searches and a list of legitimate work-from-home job search sites.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancecareers.com\/top-job-scam-warning-signs-2062181\"><b>Top 10 Job Scam Warning Signs <\/b><\/a><b>(The Balance Careers)<\/b>: Not all job listings online are real. Find out how to avoid scammers.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneur.com\/article\/306578\"><b>50 Work-From-Home Job Ideas<\/b><\/a><b> (Forbes):<\/b> Use this list to brainstorm work-from-home jobs you can pursue. Some options are easier than others.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Job Seekers Click a topic on the left to find tutorials and resources to help through the job search and application process. 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