Through the advent of the Internet and the grant from the Gates Library Foundation to Mississippi public libraries, patrons want to discover the many different kinds of information that can be accessed through on-line computer resources. Here are some brief summaries of predominantly Mississippi-based Web sites that are geared toward positions available. There are two Mississippi government agencies that provide general employment information on their Internet sites. Mississippi s Job Bank, the Mississippi State Employment Service Commission jobs Web site, provides assistance to both employers and job seekers. Job seekers can either create an electronic resume or search for employment.
People can find jobs by occupation, keyword, military code, or job number.
Additionally, jobs can be limited by location. Because of its affiliation with America s Job Bank, patrons can also access job listings in other states. The Mississippi State Personnel Board Web site lists employment vacancies as well. The site also details the procedure for applying for a state government job. Mississippi Newspaper Web Sites Employers also reach potential job seekers through newspapers.