1. State Job Boards
Element 21

2. The Details The most efficient way to find posted vacancies
Especially suitable when targeting public sector, health care, and large employers
Most sites allow you to apply for the job online
Competition can be stiff; best if you meet or exceed all listed requirements (keywords are key!)

3. More details Be prepared to:
Create accounts when applying (Tip: create a new address and password for all applications)
Upload - or copy and paste the contents of - your resume
Possibly answer a lot of questions and complete skill, personality or honesty assessments

4. Getting started
Navigate to your state’s AJC website….

5. Getting started … and locate the “Find a job” link
Familiarize yourself with the search options
Consider using O*Net occupation titles
Look for a Veteran or Military link
Scan for other useful links on the page

6. When in Virginia…
Go to Virginia Workforce Connection
Otherwise, start at careeronestop.org

7. Questions?