Library Jobs and Careers in Illinois
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- Cover Letters--Resources for guidelines and examples of effective cover letters.
- Interviewing--Articles on improving interview skills, including how to manage different types of interviews, how to answer tough questions, etc.
- Negotiating--Articles on effective ways to negotiate salary offers.
- Networking--Articles on why to network and how to do it effectively to meet your career goals.
- Resumes--Resources that include guidelines for preparing effective resumes, as well as examples.
http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm
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- Interviewing--Resources that provide possible interview questions, articles, and tips on successful interviewing.
- Resumes--Resume writing advice and resources, both librarian-specific and general.
http://www.lisjobs.com/jobseekers/resume-advice.asp
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- Careers--Articles and tips for pursuing a library career.
- Interviewing--Resources on interview do's and don'ts.
- Resumes--Guidelines for writing a professional resume.
http://libguides.library.umkc.edu/content.php?pid=151446&sid=1285467
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If you're new to the profession or haven't searched for a library position in a while, this guide is designed for you..
http://liswiki.org/wiki/HOWTO:Apply_for_a_library_job
Purdue Online Writing Lab: Job Search Writing
Date Added: May 15, 2012
The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University houses writing resources and instructional material, and we provide these as a free service of the Writing Lab at Purdue.These OWL resources will help you prepare for the different types of writing you may do during the job search process.
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/section/6/
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For the purpose of expanding economic opportunity, the Illinois workNet® Portal and Program utilizes partnerships and technology to expand seamless and real-time access to workforce development resources aimed at individuals, businesses and workforce professionals.
http://www.illinoisworknet.com/vos_portal/residents/en/Prepare/