Links to the Library
Job Databases
- LearningExpress Library
Don't let a test keep you from a new job! From GED and business tests to job and workplace skills, LearningExpress can help you prepare for school and work. - Career Center - Tutor.com Is writing a resume a challenge? Whether you don’t know where to start, or just need someone to proofread what you’ve written, help is available. Along with checking out resume books and other resources, you have access to one-on-one help through Tutor.Com. It's totally free - and you can get online résumé help in real time from a qualified tutor.
- Career Transitions A self-paced application that walks job-seekers through the entire career research process -- from assessing strengths and interests, to exploring new opportunities, to ultimately improving the chances of landing a job. Practical tools include a resume builder and a job bank
Job Hunting Tips
Looking for jobs is hard work, but if you start out right you can make it a little easier.
- Be prepared - have all your previous job details down before you start looking.
- Be a researcher - use a business database or the San Antonio Business Journal to do research into desired employers.
- Job hunt in different places - look in the paper, online, and through your network of friends and family.
- Tailor your resume and cover letter to the desired job - fit your skills to what they are looking for.
- Be professional when you communicate with prospective employers.
Job Documents
Sharpen Your Skills
- Sense-Lang.org
Learn how to touch type through this handy website. - Mousing Around - How to Use a Computer Mouse
Palm Beach County Library has a great mouse exercise. Practice how to move your mouse, click on links, and drag and drop. - GCFLearnfree.org Provided by Goodwill Community Foundation, this site offers free classes on everyday skills such as using computer programs, filling out job applications, managing money, and more!
Welcome to the Job and Career Guide
Interested in finding a new job or career? Here you can search our library catalog, check out our databases, and even take a look at our favorite resources - all in one place.
Click on the other tabs for career, interviewing, and resume tips.
Favorite Books
You can find more books in our catalog under these keywords: inteviewing, resume, job hunting and employment interviewing. We encourage you to visit Central Library's Job and Small Business Center for a specialized collection of books and resources to meet your career goals. Search Catalog
- Knock 'em Dead 2011 : The Ultimate Job Search Guide - by Martin Yate
For more than 20 years, Martin Yate has been helping job seekers just like you achieve their ultimate career potential. In Knock 'Em Dead 2011, you'll find the latest on job market development, effective career-researching methods and expert advice. This updated information includes how to leverage social networks like Facebook and LinkedIn for your job search. - Fearless Job Hunting - by Bill Knaus
Successful job seekers have two major skills their competitors don't: the emotional endurance to approach job opportunities fearlessly, and the ability to adapt and position themselves as each interviewer's dream candidate. Fearless Job Hunting offers these powerful psychological techniques and reveals the strategies decision makers in top corporations use to find and hire exceptional employees. - Over 40 & You're Hired! - by Robin Ryan
Ryan compiles over 20 years of career research in order to inspire 40 + workers to find a better paying job. With suggestions taken from a survey of 600 hiring managers across the country, Ryan emphasizes the computer and Internet proficiencies, shares tools for job searching online, advises job candidates to get a makeover to look more professional, and-in the book's most useful sections-shows how to fine-tune a resume to your target employer. Her suggestions are sensible and specific. - Surviving a Layoff - by Lita Epstein
Being laid off is a traumatic event. You have to make decisions about reorganizing your life while feeling emotional grief from losing your job. Surviving a Layoff is a practical weekly guide to help you deal with these tough times, by providing practical advice, financial budgeting and helping you develop a job search strategy to get back in the job market. - Job Hunter's Sourcebook - by Kristy Harper, project editor
Come in to Central Library's Job and Small Business Center to access this valuable Reference book. A comprehensive directory of trade organizations, employment agencies, headhunters, and other resources for finding employment.
Job Websites
Did you know that only 25 percent of jobs are listed in the paper? Use these helpful sites to expand your job search into the online world.
- City of San Antonio Human Resources Interested in working for the City of San Antonio? Search for jobs, learn about benefits, and apply online for positions.
- Indeed
A comprehensive search engine for jobs posted online, Indeed allows you to refine your job hunt by keyword, location, and the date the job was posted. - Job News USA - San Antonio Job News has a local focus, providing ways to search jobs by category, keyword, job status, and other criteria. They also have listed job fairs on their website.
- Job-Hunt.Org
Recommended as a job hunting gateway for those who have a career goal and now are trying to land a job. Provides both job hunting advice and ways to search jobs by location, networking resources, and more. - Monster Job Search Monster is one of the largest job websites, covering both job seeker and employer information. Job seekers can post resumes and search for positions in San Antonio and beyond.
- mySA Jobs This San Antonio Express News classified link will allow you to search by job keywords and also has career tools to help you target potential employers.
- Snagajob Frustrated by all the job hunting websites looking for salaried workers? Try searching the largest website for hourly part-time and full-time jobs.
- Work in Texas The primary governmental job training and job search program for the State of Texas. Find labor market and career information for any profession. Apply for unemployment benefits. Branch offices in San Antonio can assist you with your job search.
- USA Jobs
USAJOBS is the Federal Government's official one-stop source for Federal jobs and employment information. A great resource for military jobs, this site also has special sections for students, veterans, and disabled job seekers.
Jobs and Small Business Center Information
The Jobs and Small Business Center on the 5th floor of the Central Library is dedicated to helping our patrons as they search for a job or perform business research. The Center maintains the same hours as the Central Library. Our online resources are available 24/7 with your San Antonio Public Library card.
OUR RESOURCES
Use our resources to:
- Create your resume
- Search and apply for jobs
- Write your business plan
- Find financing for your business
- Research local demographics
- Connect with area organizations that provide services to job seekers and entrepreneurs
WE OFFER
- Workstations with computers, word processing and spreadsheet software, and printer access
- Free resume creation software and online tutoring to perfect your resume and cover letter
- Free access to specialized business databases
- Internet access and links to business and career resources
- Programming and workshops for job seekers and entrepreneurs
- Online resource guides on business and jobs and careers at mysapl.org
- Free one-on-one small business counseling provided by SCORE
- Referral information for local employment and business service organizations
Job Hunting Video
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Job & Business Classes
The library can help you improve your job search online or start a small business. Check out one of our free classes.
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Local Agencies
- Workforce Solutions
Workforce Solutions offers job listings as well as career development tools. They have Alamo Career Centers to assist you in person. Call 210-272-3260 for more information. - Community Initiatives This city department provides GED and computer classes, career training and other job assistance through their Family Resource and Learning Division. Please call 207-8198 for the nearest location.
Library Services
Internet Access:
All library branches have free access to the Internet. Use our desktop computers to search for jobs, type a resume or apply online. Please bring a flash drive if you would like to save your work.
We have wireless access - you are welcome to bring in your laptop. Adults can borrow library laptops for two hours at a time in most branches by presenting a library card and identification. Please call your branch for more information.
Computer Classes
New to computers? No problem. We offer free computer classes at most library branches. Basic computer skills are essential in today's job market.
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