The Reference Section, located on the fifth floor of the Broward County Main Library, has a Career and Job Information area that includes publications that aid in choosing careers and finding job leads. Materials offering information on working conditions, education and training requirements, starting salaries, employment trends, and resume writing are also available. One-hour appointments for assistance in using the materials may be scheduled with a librarian.
Print Sources -- Books
The Reference Section provides reference print materials on all aspects of career planning and job-search skills. Circulating books on careers and job searching are located on the fourth floor of the Broward County Main Library.
Books on the following topics are available:
- Choosing a career
- Educational and training programs
- Job leads
- Job search strategies
- Licensing and accreditation requirements
- Occupational and industry analyses, trends, and salaries
- Preparing for a specific career
- Resume-writing and interviewing
- Researching prospective employers
Note: Books on careers and employment are available at most branches of the Broward County Library and are generally classified in the 331.7 and 650.14 Dewey Decimal sections of the library. Call your local branch library for additional information.
Services - One-on-One Reference Appointments
Call 954-357-7439 to set up a one-hour appointment with a librarian who can guide you in the use of print and electronic career and job-search materials.
Career Databases
The library provides easy access to the following career-related sites:
Career Overview provides career information, education, descriptions, and job search sources.
Florida Choices Planner is a Department of Education database for information on careers, Florida public and private postsecondary institutions, national institutions, and financial aid. Users can make career plans, develop resumes and complete job search activities online. Resources are targeted resources for adults, educators, parents and students.
These sites are is accessible from any computer by following these steps:
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Click on " Find Materials" on left column
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Click on " Free Online Resources"
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Click on " Career and College"
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Choose a database
Links to Websites on Careers and Employment
Additional information on careers and job searching may be found on the following websites:
Career Information
Librarians' Internet Index: Websites You Can Trust
http://lii.org
This is a searchable and annotated subject directory of internet resources selected and evaluated by librarians for their usefulness to users of public libraries. Select " Business" and then " Jobs and Work" or type a keyword in the search box.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
www.bls.gov/oco
Occupational Outlook Handbook, a resource of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, provides information on over 250 occupations. It includes the nature of the work, employment trends, starting salaries, training required, and sources of additional information.
Riley Guide
www.rileyguide.com
This website offers career information and occupational guidance. Guidance and counseling associations and services are listed, and information on relocating for a job is included.
Workforce One Employment Solutions
www.wf1.broward.com
This website of the Broward Workforce Development Board provides information on free employment and training opportunities, including workshops on resume-writing, interviewing, and other job search skills.
Job Leads
Career Builder
www.careerbuilder.com
Career Builder provides consolidated newspaper classified ads, including those appearing in the Sun-Sentinel and Miami Herald.
Career Journal
www.careerjournal.com
This website provides information on professional jobs nationwide that are listed in the Wall Street Journal.
Career One Stop
www.jobbankinfo.org
This website, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, offers career resources and workforce information, including salary and benefit information and educational and training information. It also provides links to state job banks.
Craig's List
www.craigslist.org
Craig's List includes announcements of short-term jobs, part-time work, and telecommuting operations. Select a city and type of job.
Employ Florida Marketplace
www.workforceflorida.com
This is a source for job-opportunity announcements both within and outside of Florida.
Hot Jobs
http://hotjobs.yahoo.com
Hot Jobs includes job postings from all over the United States.
Jobbank USA
www.jobbankusa.com
Many jobs in all fields are listed in Jobbank USA.
Jobing.com
www.jobing.com
This site provides local job leads. Enter a zip code, city or state and a job title or category.
Miami Herald
www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/classifieds/employment
The Miami Herald website provides information on the South Florida job outlook. It includes resume registration.
Monster.com
www.monster.com
This national site provides overviews of employers, including the products, services, employee benefits, and background of each company. It is a good site for posting resumes.
Monster Trak
http://jobtrak.com
This site specializes in placing college students in full-time, part-time, and temporary jobs. Internship opportunities are included.
Riley Guide
www.rileyguide.com
Riley Guide provides links to most job-hunting sites on the Internet, including international locations.
Snag a Job
www.snagajob.com
This is a good source for full-time and part-time hourly jobs.
Sun-Sentinel
www.sunsentinel.com/classifiedjobs
"CareerPath" contains thousands of South Florida jobs. It is another good site for posting resumes.
Workforce One Employment Solutions
www.wf1broward.com
The website of the Broward Workforce Development Board provides a link to the Employ Florida Marketplace web site for job opportunity announcements, in addition to providing career guidance.
Government Jobs
Broward County
www.broward.org/careers
Broward County Government's website provides information on Broward County government jobs and links to the home pages of many cities in Broward, where municipal jobs may be listed. It also includes job listings of Broward County Public Schools and local colleges and universities.
People First
http://peoplefirst.myflorida.com
People First provides information on public-service government jobs in Florida.
USAJobs
www.usajobs.opm.gov
This is the official site for employment information and jobs listed with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. It includes general information on U.S. government jobs, current job openings, and online applications.
Community Resources
Broward County. Human Resources Division
115 S. Andrews Avenue, Annex B
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-357-JOBS (5627)
This personnel center for Broward County government jobs has an ongoing recording listing "Hot Jobs", the positions for which agencies within Broward County Government are currently accepting job applications. You may apply for jobs at the Broward County website ( www.broward.org/careers).
Workforce One
2660 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
954-677-5400
Workforce One provides listings of government and private sector job announcements statewide as well as professional career placement services and training opportunities. Assistance with resume-writing and preparing for job interviews is also provided.