{"id":5860,"date":"2021-01-28T12:23:41","date_gmt":"2021-01-28T20:23:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worksourcepacmtn.org\/?page_id=5860"},"modified":"2021-05-12T16:32:43","modified_gmt":"2021-05-12T23:32:43","slug":"tips-resources-for-your-job-search-activities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/worksourcepacmtn.org\/looking-for-work\/job-search-resources\/tips-resources-for-your-job-search-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips & Resources for Your Job Search Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t\t

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\n\t\t\tJob Search Activities\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t

In addition to posting your resume to WorkSourceWA.com, there are a number of other resources you can use to support your job search. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Job\n\t\t

\n\t\t\tJob Boards\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t

Job boards are useful and usually free resource for job seekers.According to Workable.com, “A job board is a website used by employers to advertise their job vacancies to job seekers. Job seekers can use job boards to search for new job opportunities in their area and profession.” Some well-known job board sites are Indeed, Glassdoor, Monster, CareerBuilder and Careerjet.” Some job board include jobs in any industry while others are more focused on specific industries or occupations.\u00a0Most job boards are user-friendly, allowing job seekers to complete the process quickly, answering questions and uploading resumes.WorkSourceWA.com has a list of job boards to get you started- click the button below.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t

WorkSource Job Boards<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Click here to get started viewing national and specialty job boards at WorkSource.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView Job Boards\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\tJob Related Social Networking Sites\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t

Networking has always been one the most common ways people learn about and get hired for jobs. The only difference is that today, a lot of that networking takes place online. \u00a0According to Monster.com, 80% of employers are using social media as a recruitment tool.There are a number of tools you can use to build your job-related social network.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"LinkedIn\n\t\t\t

LinkedIn<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

with nearly 660 million users, is designed to build networks that support careers and help people find work. LinkedIn can be searched for job postings based on interests. Job seekers can find a list of people in their network who might be able refer them to job openings. LinkedIn also provides access to on-line training resources to help job seekers become more competitive.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\tSetup your LinkedIn Account\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t

Click the slides to enlarge and learn how to get started with LinkedIn.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t

Sign Up for Your Free LinkedIn Account Today<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Create your free account and search for jobs, connect with people in your field, and let others know you are #openforwork.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGo to LinkedIn.com\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\tAdditional Sites\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t

Many employers post job openings on\u00a0Facebook\u00a0<\/strong>– type “Jobs on Facebook” into the search function. The greatest value of Facebook and other social media sites may be the ability to ask for job search help from personal contacts. Sites like\u00a0Instagram<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0YouTube<\/strong>\u00a0can help a job seeker learn about a company they are interested in working for, or provide a way to showcase talent and work products.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t

\n\t\t\tHelpful Resources for Your Online Job Search- That Also Meet Job Search Requirements\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t

Regardless of whether you are someone who is looking for their first job or someone who has become unemployed, WorkSource offers a lot of virtual activities and services to help you with your job search. Many of these activities also count toward job search requirements for Unemployment Insurance claimants. \u00a0At the end of this section, you will also find tutorials on taking screenshots and sharing information online to document your job search.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\n\t

The following list of job search activities also counts toward the requirement for those Unemployment Insurance claimants who are required to conduct 3 job search activities per week.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t
Approved Activity<\/th>How You Can Document These Activities<\/th>How to Access These Activities<\/th>\t\t<\/tr>\n\t<\/thead>\n\t\t
Application, informational interview, job interview, follow-up conversation or email*<\/td>Job title or reference number, employer or business name, information on how you made the contact (in-person, online, phone, email, or other) employer or business contact information<\/td>https:\/\/www.worksourcewa.com\/\nFind Work Friday: see the “Finding Your Next Job Online” section in this orientation or on Facebook\nHot Jobs: https:\/\/pacmtn.org\/job-listings\/ or WorkSource Facebook sites \nClassified ads, networking or other means.<\/td><\/tr>\t<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t

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Approved Activity<\/th>How You Can Document These Activities<\/th>How to Access These Activities<\/th>\t\t<\/tr>\n\t<\/thead>\n\t\t
Set WorkSourceWA.com account<\/td>Screenshot of your account page<\/td>https:\/\/www.worksourcewa.com\/\nTutorials on how to “Create a SAW Account” and “Creating Your WorkSourceWA.com Account” are available in this orientation<\/td><\/tr>
Upload your resume at WorkSourceWA.com and make it searchable for employers<\/td>Screenshot or copy of your resume<\/td>https:\/\/www.worksourcewa.com\/\nWorkshops are available at WorkSourceWA.com \nHow to videos available at “Job Seeker Resume Video Series” section of this orientation<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in an in-person or virtual workshop sponsored by WorkSource<\/td>ame of the workshop, date, time, and location<\/td>Workshops available at WorkSourceWA.com – those marked with an asterisk count for UI job search \nInformation on how access workshops is in the “Attend Online Job Seeker Preparation Workshops” section of this orientation.<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in an in-person or virtual job fair or hiring event sponsored by WorkSource and contact at least one employer<\/td>Name of the event, date and information about where or how you attended, name of employer<\/td>Information about Find Work Fridays is in the “Finding Your Next Job Online” section of this orientation. \n
NOTE: Find Work Fridays are an excellent opportunity to meet with 3 or more employers in one event<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in a job club sponsored by WorkSource<\/td>Name of the club, date, and how or where you attended<\/td>Information about local job clubs is available in the “Finding Your Next Job Online” section of this orientation<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in a Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA) initial or follow-up appointment<\/td>Name of activity, date, and where or how completed<\/td>This service is not currently available. The RESEA program will reach out UI claimants when it becomes available again.<\/td><\/tr>
Meet with a WorkSource specialist for job search assistance<\/td>Name of activity, date, and where or how completed<\/td>Contact your local WorkSource office for this service. See the “When to Call Your Local WorkSource Center” section of this orientation of contact information.<\/td><\/tr>
Conduct an in-person or virtual mock interview with a WorkSource career coach<\/td>Name of activity, date, and where or how completed<\/td>Contact your local WorkSource office for this service. See the “When to Call Your Local WorkSource Center” section of this orientation of contact information.<\/td><\/tr>
Meet with a WorkSource staff person to learn about Title I services – also known as specialized services for adults and youth<\/td>Name of activity, date, and where or how completed<\/td>See the “Specialized Services for Adults Age 18 and Over” and “Specialized Services for Youth Age 14-24” sections of this orientation. You can complete the on-line application forms located there, or contact your local WorkSource office to see if you are eligible. \n
See the “When to Call Your Local WorkSource Center” section of this orientation of contact information.<\/td><\/tr>
Enroll in WIOA Title I services and develop an Individual Employment Plan<\/td>Name of activity, date, and where or how completed<\/td>If you are eligible for Title I services, a WorkSource staff member will help access these services. \n
See the “Specialized Services for Adults Age 18 and Over” and “Specialized Services for Youth Age 14-24” sections of this orientation for an application<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in WIOA Title I customized worker training<\/td>Name of activity, date, and where or how completed<\/td>If you are eligible for Title I services, a WorkSource staff member will help access these services. \n
See the “Specialized Services for Adults Age 18 and Over” and “Specialized Services for Youth Age 14-24” sections of this orientation for an application<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in WIOA Title I paid or unpaid work experience or internship<\/td>Name of activity, date, and where or how completed<\/td>If you are eligible for Title I services, a WorkSource staff member will help access these services. See the “Specialized Services for Adults Age 18 and Over” and “Specialized Services for Youth Age 14-24” sections of this orientation for an application \n
PLEASE NOTE: paid work experiences or internships reduce the total amount of UI payment for which an individual is eligible. <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\t<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\tOther Options WorkSource Can Help You Access\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t
Approved Activity<\/th>How You Can Document These Activities<\/th>How to Access These Activities<\/th>\t\t<\/tr>\n\t<\/thead>\n\t\t
Watch the Labor Market Info Introduction video or do labor market research<\/td>Link to or a screen shot of the information<\/td>https:\/\/esd.wa.gov\/labormarketinfo <\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Watch a YouTube video on a job search topic (how to write a cover letter, resume writing or interview skills)<\/td>Link to the video or a screen shot of the video launch page<\/td>A list of recommended videos is available in the Job Seeker Prep Video Series section of this orientation<\/td><\/tr>
Prepare a 30-second “elevator speech” to use at job fairs or during an interview<\/td>Screenshot of document<\/td>The “Art of Effective Job Search” workshop available at WorkSourceWA.com has tips to develop an effective elevator speech. \n
PLEASE NOTE: if you develop and save your speech as a Microsoft Word document, you can cut and paste it into employer chat rooms at Find Work Fridays. <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Set up a new account or update the one you have on job search sites (Indeed, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, CareerBuilder, Monster, Google Careers, or other) and search for job openings<\/td>Link to or a screen shot of your profile and job openings<\/td>If you need help contact your local WorkSource office. Contact information is available in the “When to Call Your Local WorkSource Center” section of this orientation.\n
Information about on-line job search sites is available in the “Finding Your Next Job Online” section of this orientation.<\/td><\/tr>
Establish an account and post your resume and cover letter with online job search job applications (Job Scan, Bright Move, Hiring Solved, or other)<\/td>Link to or screen shot of page showing successful account creation and specific job opening<\/td>If you need help contact your local WorkSource office. A list of local offices and contact information is available in the “When to Call Your Local WorkSource Center” section of this orientation.<\/td><\/tr>
Sign up with a private career coach or service<\/td>Link to or screen shot of the agreement<\/td>WorkSource does not offer assistance with this activity.<\/td><\/tr>
Register with a permanent placement agency, recruiter or headhunter service<\/td>Screen shot the page documenting your registration<\/td>Contact your local staffing agencies.<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in job search related webinars or course sponsored by placement agencies<\/td>Link to or screen shot of page documenting completion<\/td>Contact your local staffing agencies.<\/td><\/tr>\t<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\tOther Options\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t

*These also count for extended benefits<\/p>\t\t\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t
Approved Activity<\/th>How You Can Document<\/th>\t\t<\/tr>\n\t<\/thead>\n\t\t
Attend an in-person or virtual job fair or hiring event and make contact with at least one employer*<\/td>Registration letter or email from job fair representative; Employer or business name, information on how you made the contact (in-person, online, phone, email, or other) employer or business contact information<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in virtual or remote job shadowing*<\/td>Letter or email from the club leader or sponsor<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in a private or community job club<\/td>Letter or email from the club leader or sponsor<\/td><\/tr>
Complete an online interest inventory (e.g., Strong, My Next Move, Myers\/Briggs)<\/td>Complete an online interest inventory (e.g., Strong, My Next Move, Myers\/Briggs)<\/td><\/tr>
Complete ACT WorkKeys assessment<\/td>Link to or screenshot of your results<\/td><\/tr>
Obtain a National Work Readiness Credential<\/td>Screen shot or scanned copy of certificate<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in an occupational skills or computer course<\/td>Screenshot or copy of your registration receipt<\/td><\/tr>
Take a computer literacy course or class<\/td>Screenshot or copy of your registration receipt<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in English as a Second Language (ESL) course or class<\/td>Name, date and location, screen shot or scan of registration receipt<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in LinkedIn Learning certified courses<\/td>Link to or screen shot of the course completion page<\/td><\/tr>
Participate in private sector paid or unpaid work experience or internship<\/td>Letter or email from employer<\/td><\/tr>\t<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\tScreenshots & Sharing Information Online\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t

Instructions for taking a screenshot vary depending on the type of device you are using to take it. \u00a0 The following tutorials will walk you through the process. \u00a0Feel free to revisit this section of the orientation anytime you need a refresher on how to take, save and\/or upload a screenshot.<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t

\n\t\t\tDetailed Instructions for a Variety of Devices\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

Android Smartphones<\/h4>\n\t\t\t

Screenshots can be taken on newer Android devices by pressing Volume Down+Power, and are saved in the “Screenshot” folder in the gallery after a short sound and visual effect. Older versions of Android devices may use one of the following combinations:<\/p>\n

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  • Press and hold the\u00a0Home+Power<\/li>\n
  • Press and hold Back+Power<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

    Apple iPhones<\/h4>\n\t\t\t

    Screenshots can be taken on newer Android devices by pressing\u00a0Volume Down+Power, and are saved in the “Screenshot” folder in the gallery after a short sound and visual effect. Older versions of Android devices may use one of the following combinations:<\/p>\n

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    • Press and hold the\u00a0Home+Power<\/li>\n
    • Press and hold Back+Power<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

      Chromebooks<\/h4>\n\t\t\t

      If you have a Chromebook or similar devices with the Chrome OS keyboard layout, pressing Ctrl+F5 on a standard keyboard will capture the entire screen.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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      Apple Mac Devices<\/h4>\n\t\t\t

      On a Mac, a user can take a screenshot of an entire screen by pressing \u2318 Cmd+\u21e7 Shift+3, or of a chosen area of the screen by \u2318 Cmd+\u21e7 Shift+4. This screenshot is saved to the user’s desktop.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

      Computers Using Windows<\/h4>\n

      On Windows, pressing the PrtScr key on the keyboard captures a screenshot of the entire desktop, while Alt+PrtScr[21] captures only the active window.\u00a0<\/p>\n

      Windows places these captured screenshots in the clipboard – you may need to retrieve the document from the clipboard an post it into another program – like MS Word in order to share it.\u00a0<\/p>\n

      Starting with Windows 8.0, however, simultaneously pressing the \u229e Win+PrtScr or \u229e Win+Volume up \u00a0saves a screenshot to the “Screenshots” folder in “Pictures” library. Note: On some Windows notebooks you have to hold Fn and then press PrtScr instead.<\/p>\n\"Windows\n\t\t\t\t\"Article\n\t\t\t

      Read PC Magazine’s Article on How To Take a Screenshot on Any Device<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

      Here’s everything you need to know about capturing screenshots, no matter the platform-Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, iOS, Android, and even Linux.<\/p>\n\n\t\t

      \n\t\t\tHow To Take a Screenshot on a Cell Phone: Android Device & iPhone\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t