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Networking – The Key to Any IT Job Search

March 10th, 2010

Ask any IT recruiter, the most important element to any job search is simply networking.   Whether you utilize IT recruiting agencies or the multitude of free sites available on the internet (such as Linkedin), networking is by far the best means to find that next IT job.

Utilize IT recruiters first:
Contacting IT staffing agencies should always be your first call.  IT recruiters have a vast network of clients, therefore, with one call you can tap into dozens and dozens of local IT jobs.  The more IT recruiting companies you reach out to, obviously equates to better and better odds.

Talk to as many IT recruiters as possible across numerous IT staffing agencies.  Meet with the IT recruiting firms, then find a handful of IT recruiters that you connect with and/or trust.  Build a relationship with those IT recruiters, and most importantly, stay in touch with them.  If you do this, you’ll have numerous IT recruiting firms working for you as you tackle your next networking initiative:  social media.

Social Media:
The advent of social media has transformed the IT recruiting industry.  It’s now easier than ever to network and foster relationships that will help you get a foot in the door.  Utilize Linkedin.  This is one of the most powerful networking sites that IT recruiting companies utilize.  Connect with friends, former co-workers or even people who work internal within that dream company you’ve had your eye on for years.  Tap into these IT resources, then see who they know.  This is networking 101.

Networking Groups:
It might sound obvious, but networking groups are an excellent means to build relationships.  However, they’re probably one of the most under-utilized sources.  The point of the networking group is quite simple.  People are there to network.  Therefore, everyone has a purpose and each person should go out of their way to help one another out.  Reciprocity.  Some of the better networking groups actually provide “homework” for the participants.  If you’re tasked with finding the contact information for a specific IT manager for the person next to you, then you’re expected to show up at the next event with a name and number.  Same holds true in return.  Outside of utilizing IT staffing agencies, networking groups can drastically improve your chances of landing that next IT job.

Word of Mouth:
Good old fashioned networking starts by simply talking to people.  Remember how to do this?!  In a world of computers, email and text messaging, one of the best ways to network is simply just talking to people.  Get to know people in your every day life.  If you’re active, talk to people in your teams or different groups.  Talk to the person next to you in line, on the train, at a game or even in the elevator.  You never know.  The main point is simple:  get the word out there.

After reading this blog, then you know where you need to start.  Contact one of our IT recruiters at AVID Technical Resources and jump start your career:  www.avidtr.com.

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10 Job Search Suggestions From An IT Recruiter

March 5th, 2010

Searching for a new job can be an anxious period of time, especially when you currently don’t have a job.  During the search process, you’ll experience a number of emotions - all of them very natural as the process can leave you feeling vulnerable.   There are a number of things that you can do to improve your chances of landing that perfect IT job, such as preparing a strong resume and utilizing IT recruiting companies.  However, in my 12+ years as a seasoned IT recruiting industry veteran, my biggest piece of advice is simple:  Grab the bull by the horns!

More specifically, approach the job search as aggressively as possible.  Be relentless and determined;  give the search process everything you have.

Having said this, I understand that this is very vague advice.  Furthermore, being aggressive and determined won’t get you anywhere if you don’t know where to channel that energy.  Therefore, I’ve created a list of action items.  Take it from an IT recruiter who has placed over a thousand high-tech professionals, if you follow this list of 10 job search suggestions with the steadfast determination described above, you’ll ultimately find that next IT job opportunity.

1)  Create The Perfect Resume: First, see my blog posting, How to Write the Perfect Resume.  Put together a masterpiece as it could make the difference with whether you land that ever-important job interview.  Remember that IT recruiters or hiring managers may be looking at dozens, sometimes hundreds of resumes.  If your CV doesn’t read well or isn’t put together properly, it may cost you that opportunity of a lifetime.  Furthermore, include as many technologies (that you confidentally know well) as possible to ensure your resume comes up in an IT recruiters search.

Hint:  Avoid Cover Letters (see blog posting:  Cover Letters – Not Worth Your Time).

2)  Post Your Resume: IT recruiters live on job boards.  Therefore, if you want to be found, obviously make sure your listed.  Don’t just rely upon Monster.  Utilize all of the IT job boards on the market – regardless of how known or unknown.

3)  Refresh it Your Resume: Simply put, unfortunately some IT recruiters can be lazy (except for the IT recruiters at AVID of course).  Therefore, they may not search back months, upwards of a year, for all resumes on the IT job boards.  Keep your information at the top of the list by refreshing your resume at least once a week (refreshing it daily is overkill).

4) Contact as many IT Recruiting Companies as possible: Because different IT recruiting agencies work with different clients, it’s important that you send your resumes to as many IT staffing companies as possible.  Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.  For more advice, visit:  10 Great Tips for Working with an AVID Technical Resources IT Recruiter

5)  Meet with as many IT Recruiters as possible: It’s critical to build relationships with IT recruiters.  The average IT recruiter will speak with over 100 prospective candidates in a week.  They will likely meet around 5 to 10.  Therefore, to ensure you’re on the top of the IT recruiters list, to make sure they think of you first when they receive that IT job, you have to first build a strong relationship so they will remember you.  As good as some IT recruiters are, it’s virtually impossible to remember every prospective candidate that they have spoken with.  See my previous blog entry:  Why Meet with an AVID IT Recruiter?

6)  Follow up!!: Just submitting a resume is not enough.  Take my advice and follow up.  Ask whether the IT recruiter has received your resume and whether you can set up a time to talk further about your experience (or even better, meet in person).  If you go out of your way to follow up with every resume submittal, you will uncover an opportunity that you may likely not have received otherwise.

7)  Utilize Indeed: Indeed.com is an excellent resource for prospective candidates.  Set up search agents that match your skills, background or even that ideal next IT job.   Create daily email alerts so you literally receive current jobs in your inbox.  Work with an IT recruiter at AVID and send him or her some of the postings to see if they have contacts or relationships that will help you get an interview.

8) Utilize Linkedin: Linkedin is one of the most helpful sites on the internet when it comes to searching for a new job.  It allows you to uncover important contact names in an IT staffing company or IT recruiting agency or even within the direct client themselves.  This allows you a chance to contact the IT recruiter or hiring manager directly.  Linkedin also gives you the ability to create your own network, thus ultimately get referred to a new position through someone you know.

9) Remember to remain Aggressive: After you complete steps 1-7, don’t stop.  If you haven’t seen any positive results yet, don’t give up.  Continue to network with IT recruiters, continue to follow up with IT recruiting companies, continue to remain aggressive.

10)  Network, Network, Network: I mentioned it above, but it’s worth repeating.  Networking is one of the most critical components to finding new opportunities.  Utilize networking websites (such as Linkedin or social media sites such as Facebook or Twitter), join networking groups and quite simply just spread the word that you’re looking for a new IT job opportunity.  The more people that know you, the better your odds of hearing about your next career stop.

So go out and grab the bull by the horns and remain aggressive in your job search!  An IT recruiter at AVID Techncial Resources will be waiting for your call:  617-951-1880.

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Art of Interviewing with IT Recruiting Companies or Direct Clients

March 3rd, 2010

Over the years, I’ve interviewed hundreds of candidates.  From internal IT recruiters working for various IT recruiting companies, to prospective IT consultants, I’ve been fortunate to meet some great people.  Learning the art of the interviewing process has certainly helped me sharpen my craft as an interviewer – and has ultimately allowed me to create a master blue print which should help every candidate land that next IT job.

Here’s where you start:

1)  IT job interview preparation: First, do your research on the IT recruiting companies you meet with or the direct clients themselves.  Come prepared with questions about the company and do your homework to find as much industry information as you can.  Whether you meet with IT recruiters or a hiring managers, utilize Linkedin to find some information on his or her background.  Try to find a commonality or just inquire about the person’s background.  Don’t leave the commute to chance, test drive the day before if necessary.  Come prepared with questions, and most important, come prepared with something to write on!

2)  Arrive Early – but not too early: Give yourself plenty of commuting time to ensure you’re not late to your meetings with IT recruiting companies or tardy for your job interviews.  You can’t control traffic patterns, train or bus delays, so focus on what you can control:  how early you leave your house or apartment.  If you find yourself at the IT job interview location too early, go grab a coffee, walk around the block or just stay in your car and continue to work on your interview preparation.  Plan on entering the office around 10 minutes prior to your interview.  Do not enter the office more than 15 minutes early – that could actually hurt your chances of landing the IT job.

3)  Get to know the receptionist: Most IT recruiting companies have a front receptionist.  Same with direct clients.  You’re not looking to make a new best friend, however be sure to make some small talk and/or be as polite as possible as you never know what influence he or she might have (not to mention it’s just common decency).

4)  Stay on your feet: If you’re brought into a conference room to wait for the interviewer(s), then remain standing until they arrive.  This shows you’re eager and respectful.  If you must sit or you’re left waiting for a long period, be sure to stand once the IT job interviewer(s) arrive.

5)  Proper Greeting: First, if you’re seated when the interviewer(s) arrive, be sure to stand up when you shake his or her hand.  Do not shake someone’s hand while you’re seated.  This is a sign of laziness and/or disrespect.

6)  Hand Shake: Hand shakes should be firm, but not bone crunching.  A firm hand shake is a sign of confidence – employers would obviously prefer to hire a confident candidate over a non-confident person.  Look the interviewer in the eyes during the hand shake – but avoid the death stare!

7)  Remain standing: At least until the interviewer(s) ask you to sit or they are seated themselves.  IT recruiting companies will often have you meet with multiple people so be sure you’re consistent with each of these tips.

8)  Be sure to listen: Do not interrupt, when thoughts or rebuttals come to mind, simply write them down until you find the right time to bring them up.

9)  Ask questions: Show some interest in the IT recruiting company or direct client.  Be inquisitive about the interviewer(s) past (for example, how long they have been employed with the company?).  Have questions prepared about the specific role you’re interviewing for (such as, why is it open?  Is this a new position or a replacement?  If it’s a replacement, what happened to the previous employee?).

10)  Close the Interviewer(s): At the end of the interview, always ask whether there is anything additional information you can provide.  If not, ask if they think you’re qualified for the job, then always get a follow up (specifically, “is there a day in which I can follow up with you if I don’t hear from anyone?”).

IT recruiting companies are trained to pick up on these subtle signs.  This could make the difference from an IT recruiter contacting you about a specific job.  Follow these steps and always put your best foot forward.  Good things will ultimately happen when you do.

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The Value of IT Recruiters

March 1st, 2010

In today’s fast-paced and ever evolving business climate, you need an agency that fits your needs perfectly.  You shouldn’t take chances with IT recruiters who cannot deliver efficient and effective solutions.

The value of a well established IT recruiting firm can be the difference between success and failure of your upcoming IT project.  Choose a firm with IT recruiters who know the IT staffing industry, have experience making sound placements, and one that can provide your company with qualified candidates who will meet your technical needs and fit your company culture. Choose AVID Technical Resources.

AVID Technical Resources Is . . .

  • A full service IT recruiting company that couples hospitality with quality service by getting to know you on a personal level.   A company that does not just match IT skill-sets, we match people.
  • A well established IT recruiting firm that knows how to sell your company to our top IT candidates.  We will represent your company in the same fashion that we would represent our own.  You must rely on a firm that has the experience, resources, and know-how to offer unique IT staffing solutions, and that defines us well.
  • One of the leading IT recruiting companies in the industry and recognized as one of the fastest growing IT staffing firms in the country.

Your Role Matters Too!

Talent is not a commodity, it is a rarity that can give your company the leading edge it needs, and we understand that.  If you want to optimize your talent acquisition strategies, you need to begin by developing a unique relationship with us.  A lack of communication only leads to our inability to sell your company to their clients.

By establishing a partner relationship with us, you can keep the bar on screening your candidates raised high.  Communicate with us and share your goals.  We need to understand your business norms and trends, so don’t limit the communication.  The more we understand, the more we can help you find a qualified candidate in half the time that it would take you if you chose to direct hire.

IT Staff is Integral

From the dawn of technology until now, the economy has fluctuated to great degrees.  But whether it is a prosperous or slow economy, you should never quit reevaluating your staff and working with IT recruiters in order to improve and better meet your IT goals.

Even in the slowest economy, a well-developed IT department is a necessity.  After all, just because the economy is slow, it does not guarantee that you have the best IT developers.  And you need the best.  You need an individual who will compliment the uniqueness and dedication of your team of professionals.

Hiring additional IT resources can be viewed as a burden or a time consuming expense.  It does not have to be.  When it comes down to it, recruiting the top IT staff is an obligation that you owe your company.  Your IT department will only put out what you put into it.

Take the time to develop a relationship with IT recruiters that you can trust, and one that you will, in the future, come to rely on.  Avoid the static communication, and go directly for one on one, more personal communication.  Whether over the phone, or through a conference call, investing a small amount of time into a trusted and reliable IT staffing firm will pay off in the long run.   Contact AVID Technical Resources and speak with one of our knowledgeable IT recruiters:  www.avidtr.com.

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Find The Best Employees With IT Recruiting Services

February 23rd, 2010

When it comes to hiring for a vacant position within your company, only the best IT professionals will do.  In today’s competitive market, that can be tough.  You want to choose a candidate who specializes in the skills that incorporate well into your future IT goals and projects.  What you don’t want to do is to spend months trying to find the perfect candidate, all the while putting your current IT projects on hold.   Finding the best employees with the right IT recruiting services company is absolutely critical.

IT Recruiting Firms Save Time

Sifting through hundreds of resumes, conducting countless number of fruitless interviews, and still finding yourself short of a perfect match to your current opening is frustrating.  Therefore, finding an IT recruiting services firm is critical is the ideal alternative.  The key to the equation is identifying a reliable IT recruiter and IT staffing firm.

IT recruiting firms are evolving fast in the changing economy.  Utilizing IT staffing agencies for all of your IT Recruiting Services is increasing in popularity.  In fact, more companies turn to IT staffing companies now than ever before.

From permanent placement to temporary or contract needs, IT staffing companies have the resources and candidates that will make your next IT project a success.  They have a vast network of professionals and they know what professional would be right for you.   AVID Technical Resources is the IT recruiting services company that you’re looking for.

Trained in the science of assessment, our IT recruiters are capable of assessing skill sets.  From infrastructure support and software development; you can rest assure that we’re able to narrow down an accurate list of qualified candidates for your company.

More Than A Simple Interview

Interviewing and assessing a candidate’s skill set requires a focus to detail, as well as an ability to hone in on a candidate’s true talent.  However, there is more to assessment then just determining a candidate’s skill level.  Well-rounded IT recruiters also assess a candidate’s value as well as his or her own ability to work well in various cultures and environments.  AVID Technical Resources offers this very service to every one of our clients.

Why do the leg work of assessing future candidates when it’s already been done for you?  Avoid the research phase all together and use AVID Technical Resources, an IT staffing company that you can trust and rely upon.

Why AVID Technical Resources?

You want to choose an IT recruiting company that is capable of collaborating between you, your prospective employees and your existing IT team.  Open communication is one of the principles that our firm is built on.

It’s important to note that a hiring manager plays an essential role in the recruiting process. Sharing key information with your IT recruiter is fundamental to finding the perfect match.  The better equipped your recruiter is to “sell” your company, the better apt you will be to fulfill your future IT goals.

Choosing the right IT recruiting firm for your company is a critical component to successfully growing your team and thus advancing your company forward.

  • You want an IT recruiting firm that has a proven track record of matching clients with a perfect match to their company.
  • You will also be best served by choosing an IT recruiting firm specialized in the technology industry.

The answer? AVID Technical Resources:  We attract and retain some of the best choices in the industry. Contact us today and you’ll be on the road to success.  Learn more about how IT recruiting agencies like ours can help.

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Sorting Through IT Staffing Agencies Is A Daunting Task

February 22nd, 2010

The demand for IT jobs has never been as high as it is in today’s market, and that demand is steadily on the rise.  The number of applicants who apply for an IT job opening can make the direct hire process a three-ring circus, and one worth avoiding all together.  As a result, the number of IT recruiting agencies is also on the rise, which makes your hiring process and sorting through all of these IT staffing agencies a daunting task.  When choosing an executive search service there are a few key factors that you will want to keep in the forefront of your mind.

There are numerous IT recruiting agencies out there.  You need to find one that will supply you with an unlimited amount of information about your prospective candidates.  By industry standard, you should receive an assessment of their skill sets, explanation of their past experiences, as well as their previous employment history.

In addition, you should receive a fair number of prospective candidates, whether you are looking for temps or full-time employees.  Although you do not want an overwhelming number of candidates, you do want enough of a variety to provide you with some diversity.  Either way, in the end, IT recruiting agencies should narrow down the candidate pool to only the best of the best.  This will save your company time, money, and resources throughout the direct-hire process.

Don’t be afraid to ask IT recruiting agencies how they assess their candidates.  IT recruiting agencies should be able to alliterate every aspect of the candidate, their assignments, as well as how their background pertains to you and your company.

Look for IT recruiting agencies that have vast resources and a strong IT recruiting force to ensure you will find an agency that you are comfortable working with.  Choose an IT staffing firm that is specialized in technology and not spread among many lines of other industries that do not pertain to you (finance, accounting, biotech, light industrial or office support).   Choose AVID Technical Resources.

You need to work with IT recruiting agencies who can analyze your current needs and make selections and choices that will meet your company’s hiring and IT project initiatives.  It should not matter what industry you are in, what matters is how IT plays a role in your industry.  Your company deserves an IT recruiting agency that has the experience and skills of successfully matching prospective IT candidates to a wide variety of industries.  Choose AVID Technical Resources.

Be sure to consider how well IT recruiting agencies keep themselves abreast with the ever-changing technology.  Technology is always evolving and you need to work with a firm who is willing and capable of keeping up with those changes.

Pay special attention to how well IT recruiting agencies attract, and most importantly, retain their prospective candidates and IT contractors.  Remember, you are looking for the best of the best, so understanding how an IT staffing agency attracts and retains the best candidates is important.  Do not hesitate to ask.  It is a common question.

Further, you need an IT staffing company who has a proven track record.  Find out what some previous client experiences with the company have been like.  Do your homework and ask if you can contact previous clients to obtain a reference.

Lastly, research IT recruiting agencies.  Google their company name and read any reviews that might be posted online.

In the end, go with a company you can trust and one that has evolved with economy, as well as the changes in technology.   Go with AVID Technical Resources, one of the leading IT recruiting agencies in the industry and the only IT recruiting agency you’ll ever need.

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Save Yourself Time And Consider An IT Recruiting Agency

February 19th, 2010

Regardless of your industry (finance, legal, healthcare, etc), it is challenging to find the right employees. Resumes can’t speak to an individual’s personality and can sometimes be technically misleading.

It’s an understatement to suggest IT managers are busy.  They’re the hub of your company, and they are expected to manage a team of IT professionals as well as propose and carry out new projects that are on a tight deadline.  And in this economy, they are expected to do more with less.

There often aren’t enough hours in the day when you add hiring to their responsibilities.  Their time is better spent focusing on the information technology initiatives that make your company advance in today’s competitive market.

This is where finding the right IT recruiting agency comes in.  IT recruiting agencies have the IT staffing knowledge necessary to provide your company with the perfect match that can save you time and money when you need to make your next IT project a success.  AVID Technical Resources is that IT recruiting agency and we are here and ready to help.

The Benefits of A Dedicated IT Recruiting Agency

IT recruiters know their candidates and know how to find that one perfect candidate for your company.  Through a series of assessments and personal conversations, well-rounded IT recruiters knows how to gather and translate information into meaningful IT staffing solutions.

True to form, IT recruiters are inquisitive.  The more they know about the entire scope of your company, from your company’s trends to its goals, the better equipped they are to sell your company to individuals who could have easily become buried in your overwhelming pile of resumes.

Focus on what matters the most—your upcoming IT projects.  Let your IT recruiting agency handle the details of making that project a success.  Trust in their experience and knowledge of matching qualified candidates to a multitude of industries.

From one position to multiple positions, temporary or permanent, local or national, qualified candidates are at the fingertips of your IT recruiting agency.  They will assist you through every facet of the hiring process, saving you time, effort, resources, and money.

IT recruiting agencies like AVID Technical Resources have a team of professionals that understand the art of hiring.  Working within a number of different industries, they understand how to gather critical data in order to comprehend the scope of any IT project.  They can be your most valuable asset as your go-between in a highly competitive and evolving market.

The popularity of IT recruiting agencies is on the rise, and for good reason.  Find out how IT recruiters can become your next best asset and possibly even good friend.  Allow us to do what we do best—find the talent and deliver the best.  Your next IT project can start tomorrow, or it can start after you have sifted through your pile of resumes and scheduled a countless number of interviews.  The choice is yours.

Don’t let your next open position turn into a worry and headache.  With the right IT recruiting agency, you have access to resources that will make your task a lot easier.  AVID Technical Resources is that IT recruiting agency.  Contact us today:  www.avidtr.com.

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IT Recruiting Companies Find The Best Technical Talent Available For Your Needs

February 18th, 2010

Let’s face it.  Sorting through resumes can be a daunting task.  Your time is valuable.  Therefore, IT recruiting companies should not inundate you with candidates. Sorting through resumes is their job.  IT recruiters should carefully screen every individual, provide reference checks and personally meet with most every candidate before they send them to you.

Break the cycle.  Upper management should rely on a qualified headhunter who can help your IT department reach its full potential.  AVID Technical Resources can help.

If you want your recruiter to understand your business, a great deal relies on your ability to explain your business, your goals, as well as the complete scope of your upcoming projects as well as finding the right firm to help.

Relationship Building

The more time you invest in IT recruiting companies, the quicker you will start seeing results.  Commit yourself to developing a relationship with your IT recruiters and sharing your business goals, trends, and strategies.  The more you share about your business, the better equipped your IT recruiters will be to develop solutions that directly reflect your company’s needs.

IT Headhunters use a variety of techniques and methods to attract and retain the most qualified, engineering experts.  Through a series of full assessments, candidates begin to rely on IT recruiters placing them in a position that utilizes their skills and experience.  The more accurate the placement, the more likely IT recruiting companies can maintain candidate retention.

Well-rounded IT recruiting companies take the time to get to know each of their clients and employee candidates.  By establishing personal and professional relationships they are able to find the talent that will be unique for your needs.

The more time you invest in IT recruiting companies now, the less time you have to invest in the future.  Keep in mind that you can’t expect perfection immediately.  Establishing this type of working relationship takes time and commitment of both your and the IT recruiter’s part.

Don’t hastily explain your company or IT job opportunity.  Take the time to explain your culture and/or environment.  Whether over a cup of coffee or a phone conversation, you should make the effort to explain your company to your IT recruiter.  The more info that you can provide about your company, the better your IT recruiters can sell your opportunity to every IT professional.

If relationships with IT recruiting companies is fostered correctly, before long, you should see fewer and fewer resumes from your IT recruiters as they become more and more accurate.  This ultimately allows managers to focus on what matters—managing a well-developed team, reassessing goals, and completing deadlines ahead of schedule.

If the relationship between you and your IT recruiter is a solid one, it’s a win-win.   Contact AVID Technical Resources, one of the leading IT recruiting companies in the industry, today for more information.

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You Many Want To Consider A National IT Recruiting Company

February 17th, 2010

Sometimes IT projects encompass a scope that cannot be met locally.  Finding enough local IT contractors or full-time employees can be very challenging and limiting.  Therefore, you need to find an IT recruiting company who has the national reach and unlimited resources like AVID Technical Resources.

National Reach

IT recruiting agencies like AVID Technical Resources offer a national recruiting service for no additional charge.  Our tech recruiters spend a great deal of time seeking and recruiting the top IT talent from around the country and we take a great deal of pride in servicing multiple states.  As your company goes corporate or expands, you’ll want to rely on a recruiting company that can provide consulting services from coast to coast.

If you are a company with multiple offices, it seems fruitless to hire one consulting firm for one office, and another consulting firm for another office.  You need a company that can provide professionals no matter your location. Creating a national network, though, is not an easy task.  It takes time to establish it and we have the history and the connections that you need to help get the right staffing professional.

From software development to software integration, you can rely on our tech recruiters to find the professional that you are looking for.  Whether your position is full time or temporary, our network of candidates can support your unique needs.

In today’s competitive market it never hurts to have a partner, and why not partner with an IT recruiting company that can deliver national solutions?  You do not have to lower your standards or limit your company’s potential due to a lack of resources.  Partner with AVID Technical Resources and only hire the best that the IT industry has to offer!

Temp Solutions Too!

Is your IT department struggling to complete a project that has an approaching deadline?  Why not hire a temporary employee to assist your team?  Whether you choose to hire locally or nationally, AVID Technical Resources will help you meet your deadline.

If you have an upcoming project that requires skills outside of the qualifications of your IT team, choose an IT recruiting company like AVID Technical Resources.  Never miss out on a business opportunity or lose a competitive edge because you don’t have adequate resources.  Partner with us and there will never be another IT project outside of your scope.

Your company needs the very best IT professionals and staffing agencies like AVID Technical Resources can deliver the talent that you need.  Rely on an IT recruiting company with a proven track record of matching professionals to companies for almost a century.  Rely on an IT recruiting company that can provide top quality employees no matter your location.  Rely on an IT recruiting company that can hand deliver real-world solutions to your growing company. Rely on AVID Technical Resources for your IT recruiting needs.

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Helpful Tips On How To Choose An IT Recruitment Service

February 16th, 2010

There are several factors you will want to keep in mind when choosing IT recruitment company to fill your hiring needs.  With a little bit of time on your part, you will be able to select the IT recruiting agency that has the talent, management skills, and real world solutions to make your next IT staffing initiative or project a success.

Do you submit timecards or generate invoices through an agency online portal?  Are there features that allow employees to sign up and utilize a password-protected feature?  AVID Technical Resources provides online resources that are safe and secure that will also help make your job more efficient.

Does your IT recruitment company solely focus on filling IT jobs or do they have a variety of careers and industries that they cater to?  Choosing an IT recruiting company that specifically has industry experience is critical towards understand your pains and project needs.

The size of the IT recruiting agency does matter.  While bigger is not always an accurate indication that the IT recruitment agency is better, company size does prove that they have shown the ability to identify and attract quality candidates.

Don’t be afraid to research prospective IT recruitment companies.  A simple search on Google should produce a lot of information for you to base your decision on.

One factor you will definitely want to know is how the recruiting company has evolved and changed with the changing economy and work force.  If the company has been doing business the same way for twenty years, then that is a sure sign they are not keeping up with the times.

However, one of the most important factors is establishing a relationship with the IT recruiters themselves.  You need to be confident that the IT recruitment company that you choose will not rest until you’re time sensitive or critical hiring needs are met.

You will be sharing a lot of personal information with your recruiting agent, so establishing a relationship is important.   The more your IT recruiters know about you, the better.  And remember, first impressions are key.

Bottom line: IT recruitment agencies are all different, so make sure you feel comfortable with your IT recruiter, the IT recruitment process and the IT recruiting company that you chose.  We’re confident that you’ll find all this and more with AVID Technical Resources.

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