Oak Ridge Public Library recently introduced a new service, Reference by Appointment. With this new offering, individuals can obtain one-on-one, in-depth assistance with research, résumés, or online job applications with a trained professional at no cost.

Any one may schedule an appointment to meet with a librarian for assistance in the use of the library's many resources. A librarian can help formatting résumés, searching census records in Heritage Quest, assist with databases searches in Tennessee Electronic Library, advise research material for a school or work project and help with basic computer skills. No library card is needed in order to take part in this service.

Appointments last from 15-60 minutes, depending on the individual needs. Reference staff will accommodate appointments within the weekday hours of 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Staff cannot do research or write one's résumé, but they can advise on research materials, on formatting documents or give general assistance with online applications. 

For more information please call the City of Oak Ridge, TN Public Library at (865) 425-3455.