Job Seekers

At Baxter County Library, we understand that the job search process is not always an easy task. We have compiled a list of helpful resources that we believe could be beneficial to job seekers.

Places to connect with in Mountain Home:

  • Arkansas Workforce Center
    • Arkansas Workforce Center assists with resume preparation and job searches.
    • 870-425-2386
  • Career Pathways
    • A program for single parents and married couples to overcome the barriers in obtaining the training and education they desire.
    • 870-508-6203 or 870-508-6201
  • Goodwill
    • Helps people to overcome challenges to build skills, find jobs, and grow their careers.
    • 870-508-0040

Note: The Information on the resources above was duplicated from the Community Resource Directory 2020. These resources and others can be found here.

Online Job Search Resources:

The Library has several computers available for use during Library hours and offers a variety of technology classes at no cost to Library Cardholders. Classes range anywhere from Intro to Windows 10 to Resume Building.

Additional On-line Resources

Technology Classes

Cell Phone & Tablet Help

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Baxter County Library
Room: Knox Community Room A + B combined
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Technology
Event Details:
Get some hands on help with your cell phone or tablet from Teen volunteers. No Registration Required. Please bring your own cell phone or tablet. We will NOT put in any personal information for you on your device. ...

Getting Started with Creative Bug

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Baxter County Library
Room: Studio 300
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Crafts & DIY, Technology, Virtual, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Do you love to make things?  CreativeBug is a resource available to you through the Baxter County Library that has tutorials for over 1,000 projects.  This class will teach you the basics of getting set up and navigating CreativeBug. Regist...

Tech Help Social Media Basics

11:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Baxter County Library
Room: Studio 300
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
This class will look at Facebook, Pinterest, and if we have time we will look at Instagram, and Twitter. We will look at basic ways to use social media to stay in touch with your friends and family, share pictures, and find groups that share your int...

Tech Help by Appointment

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Baxter County Library
Room: Studio 300
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
One on one help to get more comfortable using technology is available by appointment.  Whether you have a new device, want to learn how to send an e-mail, are looking for help getting started with social media, or want to learn the basics with a...

Tech Help by Appointment

11:00am - 12:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Baxter County Library
Room: Studio 300
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
One on one help to get more comfortable using technology is available by appointment.  Whether you have a new device, want to learn how to send an e-mail, are looking for help getting started with social media, or want to learn the basics with a...

Databases for Job Seekers

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