Spanish Bilingual Resume Help at Midland Library

Do you have skills in writing resumes or advising job seekers with their job search? Have you worked in human resources or other settings that include resumes and hiring? Are you fluent in Spanish? We are looking for volunteers to provide resume coaching and feedback for job seekers. Volunteers will provide resume help during 30 minute sessions in person at a library branch.

Location: Midland Library, 805 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233

Time commitment: Wednesdays 6 - 7:30 pm for a minimum of six months

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to fluently speak and read Spanish (preferred)
• Ability to fluently speak and read English (required)
• Have a professional background or skills around resume writing, HR, job searching
• Be able to provide professional, friendly, customer service oriented help to patrons
• Use discretion and uphold patron confidentiality and privacy
• Be at least 18 years old
• Ability to pass a criminal record check. Results of the records check will be reviewed on an individualized basis. A conviction is not an automatic bar to volunteering.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Welcome and interact with library patrons
• Provide feedback on resume and job search related questions
• Coordinate with library location staff to provide services

Training and Orientation

• Online training and volunteers will meet with library staff for orientation

Benefits

• Get to know fellow community members and collaborate with them on their job search needs
• Share your unique skills and experiences to help the library provide this important service
• Work with the support of experienced library staff members
• Receive heartfelt thanks from patrons and library staff
• Be a part of Multnomah County Library’s mission: Empowering our community to learn and create