Seeking employment in today’s economy can seem like a daunting task, sometimes downright impossible. We want to help you. The SMART Business Resource Center is equipped with highly skilled, and trained, Career Advisors that will partner with you on your job search. Whether that’s help with building a resume, developing interview skills, or just needing a little insight and encouragement along the way, we want to walk alongside you on this journey.
All Job Seekers may access the following services:
- Job Center equipped with 12 computers available for job related activites
- Access Job Board with current local job listings
- Create resumes, cover letters and reference sheets using specialized software
- Call, fax, scan, and email potential employers
- Free skills training and job search workshops
- Typing Tests – measures an individual’s typing speed and accuracy. The test-taker is presented with a passage and given 5 minutes to type as much of the passage as possible. The test generates three scores: words per minute (WPM), number of errors, and adjusted words per minutes (WPM – Errors)
- Assistance with Filing for Unemployment
- Current and up to date information on the labor market
Additional services we offer:
- Job Search Assistance – Job leads, resume building, interview preparation and training, and assistance with registering for CalJobs
- Vocational Training Assistance – Work/Interview Clothing, Equipment, Books, supplies, Transportation, Tuition and Certification or Licensing Assistance*
- Job Placement Assistance – Job Fairs, Introduction to Employers who are currently hiring, Paid On the Job Training, Paid Work Experience, Internships*
*All paid support services are based on qualifications, availability, and need