Resource Room



Open Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

To aid you in your job search, the following resources are available in our Resource Room:

Your Job Search Office

  • 20 computers with access to the Internet and our job listings
  • Computers for use by clients with special needs
  • Trained Resource Room staff to help you
  • Job search and job referral assistance
  • Assistance in writing resumes, cover letters, and thank you letters
  • Help with on-line applications
  • Assistance with setting up e-mail accounts
  • Faxes
  • Postal mail
  • Telephone access for job search
  • Copier
  • Keyboarding tutorials

Reference Material

  • Job listings
  • Resumes and cover letters - Suggestions and examples
  • Job search techniques and tips
  • Occupations - Descriptions and outlook
  • Applications for Civil Service Exams
  • Local college catalogs
  • Brochures from local agencies

Computer Resources

MS Office, Resume Maker, JobZone, Mavis Beacon, OPAC

  • Typing Tutorial
    Mavis Beacon software is a personal program designed to build speed and accuracy.
  • OPAC - Office Proficiency Assessment
    Official Onondaga County Civil Service keyboarding test site

Additional Services
Community Resource information, Financial Aid information.