Job Searching

The West Des Moines Library has numerous resources to assist you in job searching, career changes, skill improvement and more.

Job Searching Databases

Brainfuse Adult Learning Center

Specialized Adult Learning Center – GED, resume help, live coaching, practice tests and more.

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Brainfuse JobNow and Vet Now

A multi-faceted resource, offering Skill Building, Job and Resume Coaching, College Skills and more. Includes special resources for Veterans.

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In-Library Use Only. Foundation Directory Online is a robust, searchable resource for finding foundation grants, grantmakers and non-profit funding possibilities. Due to our license agreement, it can only be searched from inside

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Great Courses Library Collection

Unlimited access to engaging professors covering a wide variety of topics.

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Infobase Learning Cloud (formerly Hoonuit)

Online software training courses made up of short one- to three-minute video segments, so you can learn at your own pace. Covers all major platforms.

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Job & Career Accelerator

Part of LearningExpress - build resumes and cover letters, search for jobs and internships, interview prep and more.

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Job Searching Web Resources

Career OneStop

Explore careers, do a job search, or brush up on resume and interview strategies.

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CareerBuilder DM Register

Local and national job listings via Career Builder.

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Des Moines Help Wanted

Regional help wanted postings.

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Indeed

One simple job search shows many open positions within a particular area. You can also create a profile or track salaries of specific careers.

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LinkUp Job Search Engine

Search job openings taken directly from company websites.

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Monster Jobs

Job search and salary tools.

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Job Assistance Community Resources

Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families

In partnership with the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, The Directors Council, and DMACC, the Evelyn K. Davis Center provides workforce and financial training, employment opportunities, and grocery and retail services.

Phone: (515) 697-7700

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Iowa Workforce Development

The State of Iowa's website for unemployment benefits, coronavirus relief, and disaster unemployment assistance.

Des Moines Office:

200 Army Post Road
Des Moines, IA 50315(link is external)

Phone: (515) 281-9619

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Link Associates

Organization that provides services for over 900 persons with intellectual disabilities and their families.

Phone: (515) 262-8888

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Raccoon Forks Microbusinesses

Raccoon Forks Microbusinesses, owned and operated by Optimae LifeServices, create jobs in central Iowa for individuals with disabilities, mental illnesses and other barriers to employment.

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Job Searching

Job Searching Databases

Job Searching Web Resources

Job Assistance Community Resources