Workforce Development at Your Library Mark Jochem mjochem@scls.info 608-630-0270

Workforce Development Specialist Create and maintain a workforce development webpage Job-resources Job-related resources (digital literacy, training, and social services) Help Member Libraries Help Job-Seekers Connect Member Libraries with Partners Assist Member Libraries with Training

Workforce Development Resources webpage: https://www. scls Workforce Development Resources webpage: https://www.scls.info/workforce- development-resources Resources for Job Seekers: https://www.scls.info/resources- job-seekers Two Webpages – Multiple ways to access: Through the SCLS webpage “Member Resources & Services” Directly by the web addresses to the left -OR- Can be linked directly from a library webpage

Webpage Contents Organized in categories resembling job and support service seeking process: Finding work Applying for work Finding employment services Overcoming barriers Digital literacy and training Support services Several resources are available in printable handout, .pdf format

Webpage Content: Finding work Each category contains several resources: Find A Job – Job Boards and Career Exploration Get Ready to Apply for Jobs – Resumes, cover letters, and interviews Apply for Unemployment Insurance – Instructions and video tutorials

Webpage Content: Job Resources Each category contains several resources: Explore State Resources – Statewide resources for job seekers, veterans, and people with disabilities Explore Job Programs and Community Resources by County – Resources specific to counties in SCLS Overcome Barriers to Employment – Resources targeted to certain segments: Youth and Older Workers People with disabilities Language barriers Newcomers Ex-offenders People experiencing homelessness

Webpage Content: Support Resources Job-Related Resources: Computer Skills – How-to’s covering: email, internet searching, and computer basics Education and Training – Self-guided training and Wisconsin Technical College System training Services and Supports – Programs to help job seekers with other areas of life: Food Housing Transportation Health Childcare

Helping Member Libraries Help Job Seekers Ways to assist libraries: Major job-event promotions Custom resources Resource walkthroughs Brainstorming sessions Organization referrals Examples: Custom resources, such as: Major Employer application links and instructions and Word 2013 Resume Template instructions Consultation on job resource display Connecting libraries with specific people to assist with programs

Connecting Member Libraries with Partners Working with Partners Finding people and organizations To provide services to libraries To provide information Meeting potential partners Attending workforce development events on behalf of SCLS libraries Examples: Meeting with the WorkSmart Network – a service provider with the Department of Workforce Development Connecting libraries with resume and “soft skills” program facilitators Attending Workforce Development Board meetings

Assisting Member Libraries with Training Upcoming training: Curating webinar and training videos Creating how-to guides for navigating workforce development webpages Collaborating with partners to provide training opportunities to library staff Suggestions for topics??

Questions or Suggestions? Mark Jochem Email: mjochem@scls.info Phone: 608-630-0270