Special Resources » Databases: Human Resources
View full text job descriptions currently in use. Access the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, O*Net: Occupational Information Network. Search databases of salary surveys, layoff reports, tips for HRD professionals, etc.
The following is the collection of special resources throughout the library. Click on main category / sub-category for that section of the library OR Click on resource title for immediate access to the resource.
SOAR: Searchable Online Accommodation Resources [2026] 
Database of various accommodation options for persons with disabilities in the work setting
AL-Alabama State Personnel Merit System [22033]
Description of job positions in the State of Alabama
Description of job positions in the State of Alabama
AZ-Medical Center Classified Staff Job Descriptions [3047]
Full text of job descriptions in use by a medical center
Full text of job descriptions in use by a medical center
Canada: Essential Skills Occupational Profiles [18646]
Database of job profiles outlining the essential skills needed for each job described
Database of job profiles outlining the essential skills needed for each job described
Dictionary of Occupational Titles [1971]
Occupational Categories, Divisions, and Groups Master Titles and Definitions
Occupational Categories, Divisions, and Groups Master Titles and Definitions
GA-Georgia Activity Analysis [15242]
An exhaustive job description or job analysis of state jobs in Georgia
An exhaustive job description or job analysis of state jobs in Georgia
Job Classifications [5314]
Pay scales, classification codes and descriptions in use by a major university
Pay scales, classification codes and descriptions in use by a major university
Job Descriptions [2509]
Full text of University of Southern California's job descriptions - approx. 20 categories
Full text of University of Southern California's job descriptions - approx. 20 categories
Medical Center Job Codes [18836]
Full text of job descriptions for a major university's medical center
Full text of job descriptions for a major university's medical center
O*Net: Occupational Information Network Online [1833]
Online database of occupational information - job profiles
Online database of occupational information - job profiles
Occupational Outlook Handbook [1983]
Full text of US Dept of Labor publication on the outlook for specific occupations
Full text of US Dept of Labor publication on the outlook for specific occupations
Position Description Library [27244]
Job descriptions listed by job title - major duties and responsibilities, supervisory controls, physical demands
Job descriptions listed by job title - major duties and responsibilities, supervisory controls, physical demands
Sample Job Descriptions [20859]
These samples are for the principal use of cities, towns and counties
These samples are for the principal use of cities, towns and counties
WI-Wisconsin Dictionary of Occupational Classifications & Work Descriptions [20930]
For use on all Public Works Projects in the State of Wisconsin
For use on all Public Works Projects in the State of Wisconsin
A Berkeley Compendium of Suggestions for Teaching with Excellence [5873]
Series of 25 suggestions with more than 200 teaching techniques
Series of 25 suggestions with more than 200 teaching techniques
International Archive of Education Data [5563]
72 collections comprising more than 1,250 files available for researchers
72 collections comprising more than 1,250 files available for researchers
Selective Service System Database [20398] Allows you to look up a man's Selective Service number, as well as the date he registered
Warehouse & Loading Dock Safety [3744] Proper equipment, proper training, and enforcement of safe operating procedures
WebCASPAR [10107]
Statistical data focusing on US universities and colleges and their science & engineering resources
Statistical data focusing on US universities and colleges and their science & engineering resources
Employee Assistance Service Providers List [13196]
Lists of service providers from EAPA that can implement EAP programs
Lists of service providers from EAPA that can implement EAP programs
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