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2751 W. Bowes Rd. Elgin, IL 60124
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Job Hunting

Local Job Openings

Local openings posted by the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce. 

Local openings posted by Hanover Township.

While you are at the library don't forget to check out Gail Borden's job board.

Contact Librarian Melissa Ziel with questions about your job search. She can guide you to resources.

mziel@gailborden.info

Local Assistance

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Events and information from Hanover Township. For more information contact Employment Services Manager Sean Grimes at 630-540-9085 or go to www.HTjobs.org

 

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Find information about the job market, resources for the unemployed, WIA grant, skills related to finding a job, and much more.

Library Resources

Gail Borden Library has many sources to help with job hunting and career advancement. If further assistance is needed, please visit the Information Desk on the second floor or call 847-429-4680.

  • Ads in local newspapers, available at the Newspaper and Copy Desk on the 2nd floor.
  • Computer Classes.
  • Two dedicated job search computers featuring WinWay resume writing software.
  • Books available for checkout covering topics such as: resumes, cover letters, interviewing, job skills, and career profiles.
  • Wi-Fi available throughout the building
  • Printers, also available remotely
  • Fax Machine and copy machines
  • Use databases to take a practice test or online course, research a company, or brush up on your job search skills! Gale: Testing and Education Center or Reference USA. These resources are available to anyone inside the library, or, outside the library for those with a Gail Borden Library card.

Learn more online

Find workshops and other resources for job seekers. Also included is a listing of area networking and job clubs.

 Take free online computer classes, starting with the basics. Includes Microsoft Office 2007 and 2010.

 Find information about occupations from job profiles, details include educational and skill requirements, work styles, work values, wages, and more.