Workforce Services

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This section includes resources to help your library provide services and support to job seekers, small business and entrepreneurial start-ups, and the unemployed. Browse the Materials section for resources to create localized staff training session on workforce services in your library or region. Many of the resources here were collected as part of the IMLS-funded Project Compass, a national initiative to support public libraries' services to the struggling workforce.

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The Impact of Project Compass

 Document / Last Modified: 22 April 2013

After 3 years, the Project Compass initiative funded by IMLS has come to a close. This document reviews the impact of the program on communities across the U.S.

Electronic Tools Guide - DOL

 Document / Last Modified: 22 April 2013

The Department of Labor’s electronic tools assist millions of Americans every month with their employment-related needs. This document provides an overview of resources, as of April 2013.

Community Partner Collaboration Guide

 Document / Last Modified: 26 March 2013

A guide exploring ways, steps and potential partners for libraries, developed in conjunction with workforce development efforts.