JOB SEEKERS

JobSource offers several services and tools to assist you in your search for meaningful employment.

You can find a calendar of events and register for a workshop at our JobSource locations or at Maryland Workforce Exchange.

 

American Job Center Locations

We welcome you to come and utilize our resource rooms. You can search for open positions and apply for them online and receive assistance from our dedicated resource and job specialists. Workshops are also available on several career-related topics at any of our four American Job Center Locations.

CHARLES COUNTY: Southern Maryland JobSource
175 Post Office Road, Waldorf, MD 20602
Telephone: 301-645-8712 / Fax: 301-645-8713
[email protected]

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday from: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Waldorf staff can be reached at

 

LEXINGTON PARK: Southern Maryland JobSource
21795-F N. Shangri-La Drive Lexington Park MD 20653
Telephone: 301-844-6404 / Fax: 240-237-8384

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Thursday from: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Friday from: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

 

PRINCE FREDERICK: Southern Maryland JobSource
District Court Building, 1st Floor, Suite 1900, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Telephone: 443-550-6728
[email protected]

Hours of Operation:
The Self-service Resource Room is available for use Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from:  9:00am – noon & 1pm – 4pm.
Need one on one career help?  Please schedule an appointment by calling 301-844-6404 or emailing [email protected]

 

 

Youth and Young Adult Center
50 Post Office Road, Suite 103 Waldorf, MD  20602
Telephone: 301-374-8199
[email protected].

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Thursday from: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm  to 4:00 pm
Friday from: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

 

 

Connections to local employers

The Maryland Workforce Exchange connects job seekers to employers by allowing job seekers to upload resumes, and employers to search for qualified candidates.  In addition, JobSource hosts regular hiring events, SoMD regional recruitment, job clubs, and the regional Southern Maryland Hiring Event. These are all great opportunities to network and connect with local employers.

Free Training:  SkillUp Southern Maryland

Sharpen your skills or work towards an industry recognized certification for free, on line, and when it’s convenient for you.  Southern Maryland residents can register and train for free!  Visit SkillUp Southern Maryland here  to view the course catalog and register for your free online learning license.  For more information, watch this 1 minute video.

Training and education funding

(Funding opportunities are based on eligibility)

If you are eligible for one of our programs (Youth Program, Adults, Seniors, Dislocated Workers), funding may be available for training or education. This is helpful if you would like to acquire new skills or enhance skills you already have. In addition to funding for training/education, some programs offer financial assistance with job-related expenses like gas, work uniforms, tools, and books.

Tips for Job Seekers

Use this Publications Link  for helpful information and tips on the following topics (and more!):

  • Unemployment Insurance
  • Creating an Effective Résumé
  • Successful Interviews
  • State Healthcare Resources
  • Adult Education and Literacy Services

Workshops

JobSource also offers a variety of workshops to assist job seekers. These are free and typically open to the public. Some workshop topics include resume writing, interview techniques, cover letters, federal hiring, LinkedIn, advanced LinkedIn, job fair preparation and more.