Lansing, Michigan Workforce Development at Capital Area District Library Workforce Development at Capital Area District Library

Lansing, MI in the middle of the hand Population Lansing - 114,947 Michigan - 9,969,727 in 2009

Lansing, MI in the middle of the hand Unemployment Lansing - 8.3% Michigan % State government Automobile & advanced manufacturing Biotechnology Insurance Higher education Healthcare

Capital Area District Library - CADL primarily supported by a district millage The basics 13 libraries in 11 communities 1 bookmobile 240,165 pop served 2.3 million items circ 159 FTE $11 million budget

Identifying the need Unemployment Rate in Michigan Patron needs Word processing, , internet searches, writing skills, education resources Current 3% 7% 11% 14%

Creating resources for patrons Videos, web links, tech classes, helpful staff Web Resources CADL Job Seekers Page – portal developed by CADL to connect patrons with jobs and career resources. CADL Job Hunting Guide – offers resources on job hunting, resumes, interviewing and more.

Lean on Us! Resources for the challenging times in our lives Free Library Resources  How to Cope When Unemployed  How to Find a Job  Lending a Hand  Education, Training, Exam Prep

Partnerships Library working with community organizations. Shared calendar Flow of information about resources between staff members Marketing campaign Meeting space Partner Programs

Find an expert Looking outside the library for expertise. Local Career Expert Lisa

Impact on the library, patron & community Increased in awareness, usage & library profile. Lean on Your Library Add a Form Here More patrons using library resources Raised awareness of library in the community Connections to organizations broadening reach of library Library seen as strong supporter of community in need

What works? Interpersonal communication. Networking Emotional support Personal contact