InfoSoup: July 2009 Archives

With the upgrade to R2009A, we're experiencing problems in Firefox and Internet Explorer.  When attempting to access a patron's reading history, the browser returns a 502 proxy error.  The problem has been reported to Innovative.  Update: Innovative will be installing an update tomorrow morning (Wednesday, July 29th) at 8 AM to fix this problem. We should not experience any problems with the system during the update, and it will not be necessary to download new jar files after the installation is complete.  Update (Wed, July 29th): Reading history is now accessible again.

As part of the Jobs grant awarded this year we have purchased a subscription to Optimal Resume https://infosoup.optimalresume.com/.  This web based service provides help building resumes and cover letters, as well as offering interview preparation and skills assessment tools.  I have a link on the Job & Careers page http://info.infosoup.org/jobs.asp and will eventually highlight it on the front page. 

Users will need to create an account on the Optimal Resume site to use this service. On the first page, just click on CREATE NEW ACCOUNT and follow the instructions. There are help videos and documents for each task.  Unlike most of our resources, this site does not require any authentication so users without a library card can access this service.

Like all technology, this is no magic bullet for those who don't like technology or computers.  The basic resume and letter builder are fairly intuitive and easily to use. The advanced features will likely only interest those who are already comfortable with technology and have the time, interest, and desire to explore the options.

There is also a resume builder as part of the Job Center of Wisconsin site https://jobcenterofwisconsin.com/, listed under the job seeker tools dropdown menu.  This is not the greatest resume builder in the world, but, as I understand it, it interacts directly with jobs posted on the job center site making it easy for anyone to submit a
resume along with an application. If the job seeker opts in, his or her resume can be viewed by employers posting in the Job Center. One downside of the Job Center Site resume tool, however, is that signing up for an account requires a social security number. 

If you have patrons asking about resumes, please let them know about these resources. If you have any question, please contact Evan.