Posts tagged with "Jobs"
Programs for Job Seekers
Posted by daccurso on 03/24/11
Programs for job seekers are sponsored by the Library and the Rotary Club of Arlington Heights. Register at online or at the Reception Desk, 847-392-0100.
LinkedIn Profile Training
Presented by Bruce Bixler of Optimizing Social Media. You may bring your laptop.
Presented by Bruce Bixler of Optimizing Social Media. You may bring your laptop.
Learning the Basics
Thursday, March 31, 7 p.m. / Hendrickson Room Register
Thursday, March 31, 7 p.m. / Hendrickson Room Register
Programs for Job Seekers
Posted by sclark on 04/05/12
Learn about databases for job searches and get interviewing tips in these upcoming programs.
Interviewing Skills
Get a common-sense approach to the interview process from executive career coach Bruce Bennett. He will suggest ideas for pre- and post-interview actions and illustrate how to respond to the standard interview question “tell me about yourself.”
Date: Tuesday, April 17, 7-8:30 p.m.
Location: Business Center
Beyond Monster.com
Learn about databases and other online tools to help you research companies, work on your resume, update your job skills and search for jobs. For more information, contact Shannon Scanlan, Business Services Librarian, 847-870-3642, sscanlan@ahml.info.
Date and time: Tuesday, April 24, 10–11 a.m.
Location: Business Center
Ramping Up Your Resume
Posted by daccurso on 11/25/09
Date and time: Monday, December 14, 2 p.m.
Location: Business Room
A resume should be a reflection of who you are while highlighting those qualifications that meet the employer’s needs. This workshop will offer tips and techniques to make your resume stand out from the crowd. Roberta Glick from Jewish Vocational Service will share the most up-to-date information about resume construction. Join us for this interactive session. Register online or at the Reception Desk on the second floor, 847-392-0100.Reset: Job Searching When You're Over 50
Posted by daccurso on 11/17/11
Learn how to refocus, recalculate, and reevaluate your direction, motivation, skills and experiences for a successful job search when you're over 50. You'll learn about career assessments, resume construction, networking, job evaluation, and more.
Date and time: Monday, December 5, 7–8 p.m.
Location: Business Center
Resume Help Online
Posted by daccurso on 03/11/10
If you are looking for help in updating or putting together a resume, you can get it online. Connect with a certified online tutor for help with resume reviews, job search techniques, and interview preparation, every day from 3 to10 p.m. on our web site. You must be an A.H. cardholder to use this service from home. If you are not an A.H. cardholder, you may come to the Library and use our public computers or sign up at the Welcome Desk for remote access.
Resume Reviews
Posted by daccurso on 07/26/10
Date: Thursday, August 5
Location: Conference Room 3 on the Library's second floor
If you are an Arlington Heights resident, you can make a one-hour appointment to have your resume reviewed at the Library. Job counselors and human resources professionals will be available to help with your resume. Register online for appointments at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. Or call the Reception Desk at 847-392-0100. Then 2–3 days before your appointment, email your resume to kambrad3@comcast.net.Schedule a Resume Review
Posted by daccurso on 06/15/10
Need help updating your resume? Make a one-hour appointment to have it reviewed. Job counselors and human resources professionals will be available to help. You may email your resume to kawille@comcast.net 2–3 days before your appointment.
Appointments are available, for Arlington Heights residents, only on June 17, 22, 25, 29 and 30. Sign up online or by calling the Reception Desk, 847-392-0100.The Art of Networking
Posted by daccurso on 10/20/09
Date and time: Monday, November 9, 7 p.m.
Location: Business Center
Networking is always seen as the most effective way to secure employment. However, many people feel nervous about contacting others for help and struggle with what to say and how to say it. Roberta Glick from Jewish Vocational Service will offer information, tools and techniques to help you better understand the process, improve your networking ability and increase your likelihood of success! Register online or at the Reception Desk, 847-392-0100.Veterans in Transition: Job Search Help
Posted by daccurso on 01/04/12
Veterans in Transition is an organization that provides job seeking and outplacement assistance for veterans and their family members. A representative from the group will talk about the resources available to veterans who are in career transition or are looking for jobs.
Programs for job seekers are sponsored by the library and the Rotary Club of Arlington Heights.
Date and time: Tuesday, January 10, 7–8:30 p.m.
Location: Hendrickson Room
Your Toughest Job Search Questions Answered
Posted by daccurso on 04/19/11
Join us for a free career webinar featuring career expert Barbara Safani. She will answer these questions and more!
• How do I explain long work gaps?
• When is it ok to mention salary?
• How long should my resume be?
• What should I wear to my interview?
• I’m switching careers but have no experience. What do I do?
Date and time: Thursday, May 5, 3 p.m.
Location: Business Center
Register online or at the Reception Desk, 847-392-0100.
