Resources at the Library

Check Out Items From the Library

Books and DVDs by Topic

• Cover Letters
• Interviewing
• Occupations and Professions
• Networking (professional)
• Resumes
• Virginia Job Resources eBook Collection

Online Databases

• Business Insights- Search this database to find detailed company and industry news and information.
• Ferguson's Career Guidance Center - Features information on more than 3,300 jobs and 94 industries.
• Gale Directory Library - Directories include the American Wholesalers and Distributors Directory, Consultants and Consulting Organizations Directory, Encyclopedia of Associations: National Organizations, Encyclopedia of Associations: Regional, State and Local Organizations, Gale Directory of Publications and Broadcast Media and Scholarships, Fellowships & Loans.
• Testing and Education Reference Center - Take on-line practice tests and use test prep eBooks for a variety of licensing exams.
• ReferenceUSA - The No. 1 source of information on businesses and people for researchers, students and job seekers.
• Small Business Collection - Perfect for business schools and entrepreneurs, this compilation provides insights, tips, strategies and success stories. Users will find hundreds of full text subject-appropriate periodicals.

Computers

• Computer and Internet access, including access to Microsoft Office 2010
• Wireless Internet

Websites

Find Jobs/Careers

Job Seeker Assistance: Get in-person help with your resume, unemployment benefits

Best on the Web: Recommended websites for job hunting, resumes, cover letters and career exploration

Local Resources and Services

• Fauquier County Job & Human Resources - Government and school employment opportunities
• Fauquier County Social Services - Provides information on assistance and benefits
• Literacy Volunteers of Fauquier County - Offers a variety of literacy programs and assistance to adults preparing to enter the workforce, including a computer lab and basic computer classes
• Lord Fairfax Community College Workforce Solutions and Continuing Education
• Temporary Employment Agencies - List of temporary employment agencies in the Warrenton, VA area
• Town of Warrenton Employment Opportunities
• Virginia Education Wizard - Career Development
• Virginia Employment Commission - File for unemployment
• Virginia Workforce Connection
• The Work Place - Job training and assistance, including walk-in workshops