Finding a job can be an overwhelming process. The US Department of Labor has created a streamlined way for job seekers to visit one location for comprehensive assistance. One Stop career centers provide assessment tools, resume tips, career planning and everything else related to your job search.

Use this handy locator to find the One Stop near you where you can connect with employment and training opportunities and receive information about unemployment benefits, career development, and educational opportunities.

AARP is a leader in providing practical assistance to individuals 50 and above regarding employment. Worksearch, a program of the AARP Foundation, has assessment tools, a resource directory and many other valuable tools for the mature job seeker. In addition, you can find multiple points of entry into the AARP employment network.

The Multnomah County Library has expanded their collection of online resources that includes local and regional job information, in depth résumé assistance, and general career information. Local branches have specially trained staff to assist in the job search.

CascadeLink: Jobs provides links to local job boards and government job postings.

Retirement Jobs: Search for jobs for people over 50.

Career Makers - An organization that specializes in education and counseling in job transition skills.

 Workforce 50 Resources: Job board and career site for workers over 50.

The Metlife Mature Market Institute just released a study that finds that half of those surveyed who have retired from their initial careers have returned to work either voluntarily or out of necessity, and most boomers who have not yet retired have no plans to do so anytime soon. The study explores age discrimination and offers suggestions for managing a job hunt that has changed a lot since boomers last had to do it. It offers great insights and useful tips for a successful job search experience.

"Let me see if I have it right: Older Americans ought to keep working in order to lighten the burden of Social Security and assorted benefits on younger generations. Older Americans ought to retire in order to make room for younger generations with their noses pressed to the closed window of the job market."

A staff made up from a range of age groups with different priorities and styles can lead to conflict. Understanding generational tendencies can ease that.

Penny Mudd, 55, previously worked in Silicon Valley and is now on her way to becoming a high school math teacher.