Give Resume Help at East County Library

Do you have skills in advising job seekers with their job search? Have you worked in human resources or other settings that include resumes and hiring? We are looking for volunteers to provide resume coaching and feedback for job seekers. Volunteers will provide resume help during 30 minute sessions at the library.

Location: East County Library, 475 NW Division St., Gresham, OR 97030

Time commitment : Two hours on Tuesdays between 12 and 8 pm for a minimum of six months

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Welcome and interact with library patrons
• Provide feedback on resume and job search related questions
• Coordinate with library location staff to provide services

Skills & Qualifications

• Have a professional background or related skills around resume writing, HR, job searching
• Be able to provide professional, friendly, customer service oriented help to patrons
• Use discretion and uphold patron confidentiality and privacy
• Age 18 or older
• Ability to fluently speak and read English
• Ability to pass a criminal record check. Results of the records check will be reviewed on an individualized basis. A conviction is not an automatic bar to volunteering.

Benefits

• Get to know fellow community members and collaborate with them on their job search needs
• Share your unique skills and experiences to help the library provide this important service
• Work with the support of experienced library staff members
• Receive heartfelt thanks from patrons and library staff
• Be a part of Multnomah County Library’s mission: Empowering our community to learn and create

Training & Other Requirements

• Online orientation with library staff.
• Onsite orientation and review of volunteer program policies and procedures.
• Complete online training modules.
• Review all volunteer policies and procedures.
• Wear your name badge while volunteering.
• Log time spent volunteering every shift.
• Communicate with staff when you aren’t able to volunteer.