Look For A Job

Cumberland County Unemployment Rate hits 9.6%

Although slightly better than the state unemployment rate, Fayetteville has not escaped the effects of the economic downturn. Below you will find a collection of resources to help you prepare for a test, write a resume and cover letter, learn successful interview tips, and most importantly look for a job. This collection represents only a portion of what is available and is meant to serve as a starting point in your successful search for employment.


You can find out what computer classes the library is offering free to help increase your skills in the job market by going to the library calendar of events. If the library calendar of events does not fit your schedule you may book a librarian for up to forty-five minutes of individual instruction. Click on the "Ask a Librarian" link at the top of the page to learn more about private instruction.

Books at your Library 
Library Web Sites
Military Local Resources
Library
. Career Center
  A testing and education reference center from Gale with high quality departments for college search, graduate search, test preparation and a resume builder. You will need a library card for remote access.
. Jobs @ CCPL&IC
A listing of the latest jobs available at the library.
. Job Seekers Guide
  Assembled by the staff of the Library.
. Learning Express Library
  Interactive practice for civil service, military, certification exams and more. Provides immediate scoring and individualized analysis.
This is an NC live resource
 

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Military

. Employment Readiness Program
  Dedicated to assisting military spouses in their search for employment. The ERP provides assistance with employment information, employer referral assistance, resume writing, volunteer opportunities and educational information.
. Fort Bragg
  Employment information for Fort Bragg.
. Landmark Destiny Group
  A niche job board focused on bringing transitioning military, former military, and spouses together with employers seeking employees with a military background.
. Transition Assistance Online
  The largest single source of information and tools for today's separating military. Service members can find all the resources needed to smoothly transition from their appreciated military service to the perfect civilian career.
. Veteran Employment.com
  The first place to look for veteran jobs. In partnership with Monster.com, veterans, active duty, guard and reserve can search for thousands of jobs for veterans from employers who value military experience. Plus a special section for security clearance jobs.
 

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Web Sites
. Career Builder
  Selective in its coverage of 250,000 jobs, this career engine lists 10,000 employers nationwide and has been rated #1 in recruiting services.
. JobAccess Disabled Services
  Matching qualified individuals to jobs throughout the nation, JobAccess also helps with resume building.
. Resume Resource
  Provides content in the field of resumes, cover letters, careers and job searching including samples, articles, writing guides, templates and more. All content is provided for free by Professional and Certified resume writers.
. Indeed.com
  Search engine that retrieves job listings all over the internet.
 

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Local Resources
. City of Fayetteville Employment
  If you are committed to providing excellent customer service and able to work in a team environment, the City of Fayetteville is the employer for you! The City offers employees market-competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.
. Cumberland County Human Resources
  The Cumberland County Human Resources Department administers programs and services to the public, as well as other County agencies.
. North Carolina Career Briefs
  Helpful guidance for the job-seeker on over 200 occupations, like required education, licenses, wages earned, and potential for future growth.
. North Carolina Employment Security Commission
  ESC offers job-seekers and unemployed workers the right site with all the information needed to find a job anywhere in North Carolina or apply for benefits.
. North Carolina State Job List
  General employment information for the State of North Carolina and the place to download and print the state application; pd-107.

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