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Placement Snapshots

Placement Snapshots, a J. Kent Photo Album….

Since 1979, J. Kent has provided exceptional talent to top-tier Denver Employers in our areas of Expertise. We have found that every personal career journey is unique and remarkable. J. Kent’s Placement Snapshots are stories of our Candidates’ professional pursuits to find fulfillment, growth, and opportunity in their chosen careers. We thank these Candidates for allowing us to be a part of their journey, and wish to celebrate their success by showcasing them here.
 

Denver Based Hospital Services Provider Hires Office Manager/Bookkeeper

 
Denver Based Hospital Services Provider Hires Office Manager/Bookkeeper
Charlotte - Office Manager/Bookkeeper
04/30/2013 | 178 Views

Faced with the challenge of replacing a loyal, dedicated Office Manager who was retiring after 15 years of employment with their company, this Denver based employer turned to J. Kent Staffing for help after a failed attempt to hire through Craig's List.  With an industrial base …

Denver Recruiter - Shipping and Receiving Clerk Manages Warehousing Logistics

 
Denver Recruiter - Shipping and Receiving Clerk Manages Warehousing Logistics
Andres - Shipping and Receiving Clerk
04/04/2013 | 202 Views

Central to any organization’s on-time and successful delivery and storage of goods and materials is the management of business operations, namely logistics.  Simply put, supply chain, logistics management involves integration, transportation, inventory, warehousing, material handling, …

4 Months Temp Assignment Reaps Full-Time Employment for Recent College Graduate

 
4 Months Temp Assignment Reaps Full-Time Employment for Recent College Graduate
Seth - Projects Assistant
06/07/2011 | 188 Views

Bachelor in Architecture and a Tough Year for College Graduates For college graduates, 2008 was a tough year.  2009 however, was even tougher.  In December of 2009, Seth graduated with a Bachelor's in Architecture from Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island, and he a …

Denver Staffing Agency Hires Technical Account Manager

 
Denver Staffing Agency Hires Technical Account Manager
Marcus - Technical Account Manager - Real Time Business Intelligence
02/26/2013 | 81 Views

The Denver, Colorado business landscape is a very competitive environment.  The business climate in our Mile High City is highly entrepreneurial, and this spirit can be found in almost every industry and business sector.  Whether a Denver executive is in a start-up organization, or at t …

Denver Non-Profit Staffing – Program Assistant Added to Staff by Non-Profit

 
Denver Non-Profit Staffing – Program Assistant Added to Staff by Non-Profit
Katy - Program Assistant - Non-Profit / Foundation
02/18/2013 | 160 Views

Denver non-profit jobs are highly sought after by new grads, those looking for a career change, and the newly retired baby boomers who are considering 2013 twilight careers serving causes they passionately believe in because they now have the time to do so. It is a fact, the non-profit world is a …

Denver Staffing Agency – Computer Support Specialist Pursues American Dream

 
Denver Staffing Agency – Computer Support Specialist Pursues American Dream
Dagiadi - Computer Support Specialist
02/12/2013 | 138 Views

Denver Staffing Managers and Recruiters frequently are hired to find entry-level Computer Support Specialists also known as IT Support Specialists. Because of the wide range of skills required for Denver IT support jobs, there are many paths into the occupation. A bachelor’s degree is …

Denver Accounts Payable Specialist Vetted Through J. Kent Staffing Process

 
Denver Accounts Payable Specialist Vetted Through J. Kent Staffing Process
Lucy - Accounts Payable Specialist - Large Distributor
02/13/2013 | 80 Views

The Denver job outlook for accounting and auditing clerks looks very positive.  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, the employment is expected to grow 14% from 2010 to 2020, as fast as the average of all occupations. As the number of companies increase …

Denver Staffing Agency Hires HR/Payroll Specialist for Summit County Job

 
Denver Staffing Agency Hires HR/Payroll Specialist for Summit County Job
Betsy - Human Resource / Payroll Specialist
02/06/2012 | 263 Views

Denver Staffing Agency Identifies Summit County Jobs As a Denver staffing agency, J. Kent Staffing in Denver, Colorado is always trying to find good jobs for its qualified and highly educated temporary staff. At J. Kent, we work on a wide range of positions across all industries and sector …

Denver Staffing Agency - The Making of a Successful Technical Recruiter

 
Denver Staffing Agency - The Making of a Successful Technical Recruiter
Lianne - Technical Recruiter - Information Technology
08/13/2012 | 224 Views

Denver Recruiters and Staffing Managers practice the process of attracting, screening, and selecting a qualified person for a specific job. Recruiters work across many industries and sectors in our economy. However, when it comes to finding qualified and experienced IT professionals the need for …

Temp-to-Hire Staffing - Recent College Grad Lands Denver Job in Private Aviation

 
Temp-to-Hire Staffing - Recent College Grad Lands Denver Job in Private Aviation
Danielle - Assistant Flight Coordinator - Private Aviation
08/23/2012 | 186 Views

J. Kent Staffing, a Denver based, independent provider of professional staffing services since 1979 has worked in a broad range of industries that keep our Denver economy moving. Denver is an exciting, vibrant city, and since the 1982 recession, its increased business diversification has presente …

Denver Recruiters Complete Search for Insurance Account Manager – Part 3

 
Denver Recruiters Complete Search for Insurance Account Manager – Part 3
Tom - Account Manager - Insurance
09/24/2012 | 201 Views

Insurance Account Managers in Denver are highly sought after, especially if they are experienced in the industry, have a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management & Insurance, and bring to the interview exceptional relationship, customer service and sales skills. Building th …

Denver Staffing Agency – Medical Assistant Job Outlook Expected to Grow 31%

 
Denver Staffing Agency – Medical Assistant Job Outlook Expected to Grow 31%
Carrie - Medical Assistant - Spine Center Speciality Facility
10/18/2012 | 224 Views

J. Kent’s Denver Staffing Managers have seen an increased demand for Medical Assistants (MA) in the Denver market place both for full-time (Direct Hire) positions, and in temporary healthcare staffing.  Denver Medical Assistants – What Do They Do? In Denver, Colorado Medic …

Denver Recruiters & Denver CEO’s Target Staffing with Retired Workers

 
Denver Recruiters & Denver CEO’s Target Staffing with Retired Workers
Marsha - Building Receptionist / Concierge
10/10/2012 | 219 Views

Baby Boomer - A person who was born between 1946 and 1964, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. After the end of World War II, birth rates across the world spiked. The explosion of new infants became known as the baby boom. During the boom, an estimated 77 million babies were born in the Unit …

Denver Property Accountants Need Strong MRI, Yardi or Timberline Skills

 
Denver Property Accountants Need Strong MRI, Yardi or Timberline Skills
Kristi - Property Accountant - Commercial Real Estate Services
08/20/2012 | 191 Views

Property Accountant - A professional who identifies and keeps records of company owned or leased equipment, buildings, and other properties. Property Accountants prepare accounting reports for management in a property management firm or department to ensure timely and accurate financial reports. …

Denver Staffing Agencies Provide Highly Educated, Productive Temporary Workforce

 
Denver Staffing Agencies Provide Highly Educated, Productive Temporary Workforce
Katie - Executive Assistant, Receptionist, Device Tester, Research Specialist
10/15/2012 | 216 Views

In Denver, Colorado the growth in temporary staffing trends closely to that of the workforce in Fortune 100 companies. According to Staffing Industry Analysts, currently about 20-30 percent of the workforce in Fortune 100 companies are made up of contingent workers (temporary workers); that …

Denver Staffing Agency - Temporary Accountants Bridge Gap in Unfilled Positions

 
Denver Staffing Agency - Temporary Accountants Bridge Gap in Unfilled Positions
Cathryn - Accountant
09/24/2012 | 207 Views

Denver accountants and financial specialists are recruited by staffing agencies and corporate enterprises of every size across all industries and sectors.  At J. Kent Staffing we recruit professional accounting and financial talent on a daily basis Temporary Accountants Bridge Gaps …

Denver Temp Agency Hires Data Analyst/Engineering Technician for Oil/Gas Firm

 
Denver Temp Agency Hires Data Analyst/Engineering Technician for Oil/Gas Firm
Emily - Data Analyst / Engineering Technician - Oil and Gas
08/22/2012 | 313 Views

A booming U.S. oil and gas sector was responsible for generating some 9 percent of all new jobs last year, with three indirect jobs for every one directly involved in the industry, according to a study released by the World Economic Forum (WEF) report, reported in a Reuters article, Wednesday, Ma …

Back to Public Accounting

 
Back to Public Accounting
Nathan - Staff Accountant
10/08/2010 | 161 Views

Nathan just wasn’t feeling challenged by his accounting position with an international construction firm. He realized he wasn’t learning or growing as much as he did when he had worked for the Top 10 CPA firm, so he decided to pursue a Staff Accountant opportunity in public accounting …

Denver Executive Assistant Recruiter – Personal Assistant, Priceless Confidant

 
Denver Executive Assistant Recruiter – Personal Assistant, Priceless Confidant
Jaci - Executive/Personal Assistant - Travels 70% with CEO Throughout U.S.
02/07/2012 | 340 Views

Denver Staffing Managers and Recruiters enjoy the challenge of working on search assignments for dynamic, demanding entrepreneurs.  By virtue of the definition of an entrepreneur, these search assignments allow us to engage with enterprising individuals who build capital through risk and/or …

Denver Administrative Staffing Agency – Workload Overload, a New Hire Threshold

 
Denver Administrative Staffing Agency – Workload Overload, a New Hire Threshold
Tracy - Administrative Assistant - Oil and Gas
04/23/2012 | 245 Views

In Denver, Colorado, “workload overload” issues lie behind much of the stress we experience in the workplace of the 21st Century.  As a result, hourly paid workers work overtime, thereby impacting the company's operating budget. On the other hand, professionals, classifi …

Princeton Grad with MBA, CPA & Big 4 Experience Takes Top Financial Job

 
Princeton Grad with MBA, CPA & Big 4 Experience Takes Top Financial Job
Michael - Chief Financial Officer
04/25/2011 | 169 Views

International Entrepreneur Hires CFO for New Denver Based Start-Up J. Kent’s client, an international entrepreneur, was looking for a leader, superb manager and visionary to take the top financial position of a new and exciting start-up based in Denver, Colorado. They were looking for o …

From West Hollywood to the Mountain West

 
From West Hollywood to the Mountain West
Ron - Controller
03/11/2009 | 151 Views

For J. Kent Candidate Ron, it had come time to leave California and return “home” to Colorado.  With the help of J. Kent Staffing, Ron found a position with a national real estate investment firm in a wonderful newly created Controller role. Ron is respon …

AP Administrator with 6 Years' AP Experience Hired by Denver Construction Firm

 
AP Administrator with 6 Years' AP Experience Hired by Denver Construction Firm
Inna - A/P Administrator
02/21/2011 | 163 Views

Inna Receives BA in Business Accounting While Working Full-Time Inna immigrated to the U.S. with her family when she was 10 years old, and Colorado has been her home since then. Hard-working and dedicated, Inna received her BA in Business Accounting from the University of Phoenix while workin …

Family Office Hires Senior Accountant

 
Family Office Hires Senior Accountant
Tim - Senior Accountant
12/16/2009 | 156 Views

J. Kent Staffing's client, a highly reputable family office in Denver, hired Tim to be responsible for cash flow reporting, completing quarterly financial statements, refining reporting tools, supporting external auditors and trend analysis. Tim’s background includes a CPA, BS in Accoun …

Denver Administrative Staffing – Commercial Interior Design, a Career Choice

 
Denver Administrative Staffing – Commercial Interior Design, a Career Choice
Kelsey - Administrative Assistant - Commercial Interior Design
05/22/2012 | 235 Views

Commercial interior design is a multi-faceted endeavor in which creative and technical solutions are applied within a structure to achieve a built interior environment.  In today’s regulated environment, Denver designers must also understand and adhere to codes and stringent regulatory …

Denver Medical Staffing – Executive Assistant, From Hospitality to Healthcare

 
Denver Medical Staffing – Executive Assistant, From Hospitality to Healthcare
Emily - Executive Assistant - Healthcare, Executive Office
04/17/2012 | 283 Views

Healthcare and medical staffing and recruiting in Denver, Colorado is interesting, multi-faceted, and always educational for J. Kent’s Recruiters and Staffing Managers.  Since 1979, J. Kent Staffing has been providing high level Executive Assistants for the executive offices of several …

Denver Accounts Payable Staffing – Talent Difficult to Find

 
Denver Accounts Payable Staffing – Talent Difficult to Find
Melissa - Accounts Payable Specialist - Engineering
04/30/2012 | 185 Views

Denver Accounts Payable Specialists with solid full-cycle AP experience are not an easy find.   On the contrary, when J. Kent’s Denver Recruiters identify a qualified, experienced Accounts Payable Specialist, it is not difficult to match them with top Denver companies looking for …

Denver Temp-to-Hire Staffing - Tests Executive Assistant Cultural Match

 
Denver Temp-to-Hire Staffing - Tests Executive Assistant Cultural Match
Erin - Executive Assistant - Office Management
01/23/2012 | 265 Views

Where are the top Executive Assistants in Denver when you need one?  We hear many times that timing is everything, and so it is when Denver Executive Managers are on the hunt for experienced staff to support and manage their day-to-day business affairs. A Truly Professional and Experienc …

Denver Recruiter – Office Manager Hired by Architectural Firm

 
Denver Recruiter – Office Manager Hired by Architectural Firm
Kelsey - Office Manager - International, Architectural Design
04/30/2012 | 227 Views

J. Kent Staffing has been searching, recruiting and placing Office Managers and Office Administrators with top Denver companies since 1979.  During the past 34 years of Direct Hire Search and Temporary Staffing, J. Kent has worked with local, national and international companies in our …

Colorado Springs CPA Firm Hires Audit Manager

 
Colorado Springs CPA Firm Hires Audit Manager
Scott - Audit Manager
09/22/2010 | 144 Views

J. Kent's client, a mid-sized public accounting firm in Colorado Springs hired Scott to be responsible for auditing various clients including many nonprofits. Scott possessed 12 years in public accounting and an active CPA, CFFA, BS in Accounting and strong GAAP and GAAS knowledge. His abilit …

Denver Temp Agency – Paralegal Trainee Accepts Denver Legal Job

 
Denver Temp Agency – Paralegal Trainee Accepts Denver Legal Job
Sunshine - Paralegal Trainee
05/18/2012 | 214 Views

Denver Law Firms Look to Legal Contract and Temporary Staffing Agencies Denver law firms and corporate legal departments look to legal contract and temporary staffing agencies in order to provide key para-professional legal personnel during critical times in their business cycles.  Denver …

Denver Staffing Agency – Human Resource Manager/PHR Certified Accepts Denver Job

 
Denver Staffing Agency – Human Resource Manager/PHR Certified Accepts Denver Job
Laura - Human Resource Manager - Oil and Gas, International
05/21/2012 | 296 Views

Human resource management in the 21st Century has come to the attention of business impelling career-minded Denver job seekers in that field to continue their education. There is no better way to demonstrate your interest in seeking career advancement or gaining greater knowledge in the field of …

Denver Healthcare Consulting Firm Starts 2 Financial Analysts for 6 mo. Project

 
Denver Healthcare Consulting Firm Starts 2 Financial Analysts for 6 mo. Project
Robin - Financial Analyst
10/17/2011 | 183 Views

A Denver based, 10 year old healthcare consulting firm was recently awarded an exciting new client project. Charged with analyzing costs to help create new bundled pricing for a large medical practice group, this Employer needed 2 temporary Financial Analysts and called upon J. Kent Staffing to h …

Denver Staffing Agency – SharePoint 2010 Administrator Hired by Engineering Firm

 
Denver Staffing Agency – SharePoint 2010 Administrator Hired by Engineering Firm
Michelle - SharePoint 2010 Administrator - Engineering
03/01/2012 | 232 Views

Denver Recruiters frequently are called upon to locate qualified, hard-to-find talent for many of its clients in all our areas of Expertise.  Finding the needle in the haystack is always an interesting, challenging and educational process for our J. Kent Recruiters.  SharePoint 2010 Adm …

Denver Staffing Agency - Hires Telecommunications Order Entry Specialist

 
Denver Staffing Agency - Hires Telecommunications Order Entry Specialist
Gregory - Order Entry Specialist - Telecommunications Industry
04/28/2012 | 193 Views

When you combine robust, organic growth and the acquisition of new companies, the result is a fast track need for talent that from day one can make a sustainable difference to an organization.  Such is the case with one of J. Kent’s clients, a rapidly growing, national telecommunicatio …

Denver Staffing Agency – Corporate Recruiter Hired by Oil & Gas Firm

 
Denver Staffing Agency – Corporate Recruiter Hired by Oil & Gas Firm
Gabrielle - Corporate Recruiter (Full-Cycle) - Oil and Gas
02/13/2012 | 293 Views

Denver staffing agencies are constantly seeking qualified candidates with very specific background, experience, and skills to meet the insatiable needs of its corporate clients as they compete for top talent in a global marketplace.  J. Kent, a Denver recruiting agency recently conducted a D …

Denver Staffing Agency – Administrative Assistant Hired by Investment Firm

 
Denver Staffing Agency – Administrative Assistant Hired by Investment Firm
Tiffany - Administrative Assistant Trainee - Financial Services
03/21/2012 | 289 Views

Denver Investment Management Firm Seeks “Complete Package” When Hiring Trainees As a Denver staffing agency and recruiting firm, J. Kent has conducted search and recruiting services for one of Denver’s premier investment management firms since 1997.  Our client, with offi …

Denver Staffing Agency Hires SAP Certified Order Management Specialist

 
Denver Staffing Agency Hires SAP Certified Order Management Specialist
Bryan - SAP Order Management Specialist - Manufacturing
02/20/2012 | 188 Views

New Denver Job Creation in Manufacturing Sector Key to Economic Recovery J. Kent Staffing, a Colorado staffing agency and Denver recruiting firm has provided employment opportunities for talented professionals in the Denver, Colorado market since 1979.  Since the company’s inception, …

Denver Temp Agency Hires Administrative Assistant for New Engineering Firm

 
Denver Temp Agency Hires Administrative Assistant for New Engineering Firm
Jovan - Administrative Assistant, Forensic Engineering
01/24/2012 | 213 Views

Top Denver Staffing Agencies Provide Insight into Denver, Colorado’s Talent  Pool When organizations expand, Denver staffing agencies know how to identify qualified, vetted and valued talent.  Particularly if your firm is opening a new Denver branch office due to growth and expa …

Denver Recruiters Conduct Office Manager Search for Commercial Real Estate Firm

 
Denver Recruiters Conduct Office Manager Search for Commercial Real Estate Firm
Erin - Office Manager - Commercial Real Estate
01/03/2012 | 247 Views

Denver Companies are Cautiously Adding to Staff – Careful Hiring Decisions Made at a Pivotal Time Since 1979, our Denver recruiters have experienced the expansion and contraction of the US and Denver economies, and in the down turn, the contraction of high quality, well paying Denver …

Denver Recruiters Conduct Immediate Search for Accountant/Office Administrator

 
Denver Recruiters Conduct Immediate Search for Accountant/Office Administrator
Sharon - Accountant / Office Administrator
01/23/2012 | 191 Views

Denver Based Global Manufacturer Quickly Resolves Denver Staff Challenges Denver recruiters and Denver temporary agencies are challenged many times when engaged to find qualified talent under short time constraints due to immediate termination of a key employee.  However, these corporate i …

Denver Staffing Agency Conducts Executive Assistant Search for Denver Non-Profit

 
Denver Staffing Agency Conducts Executive Assistant Search for Denver Non-Profit
Megan - Executive Assistant to President/CEO
02/13/2012 | 294 Views

Denver Staffing Agency Conducts Executive Assistant Search for Denver Non-Profit Since 1979, J. Kent Staffing has had a long and deep history, providing talented professional staff for Denver, Colorado’s non-profit and philanthropic communities.  Denver recruiters love great search a …

Denver Temp Agency Good Resource for Professional Seeking Nonprofit Dream Job

 
Denver Temp Agency Good Resource for Professional Seeking Nonprofit Dream Job
Claire - Executive Assistant / Campaign Administrator
01/24/2012 | 336 Views

Denver Temp Agency Good Resource for Professional Seeking Nonprofit Dream Job  In 2011, Claire moved to Denver, Colorado and registered with several Denver staffing agencies.  J. Kent Staffing was fortunate to be one of those staffing firms.  During her tenure with J. Kent, C …

Denver Recruiters - Denver Insurance Broker Builds the Right Team in 2011

 
Denver Recruiters - Denver Insurance Broker Builds the Right Team in 2011
Jeff - Account Manager (Commercial Insurance Brokerage)
01/19/2012 | 222 Views

“Building the Right Team” in 2011 J. Kent Recruiters, highly experienced in targeted Denver recruiting were tapped by our client, a well-established and respected, privately held insurance brokerage agency to assist them in their 2011 quest of “Building the Right Team”. …

Denver Temporary Employment Results in Full-Time Job with Top Salary & Benefits

 
Denver Temporary Employment Results in Full-Time Job with Top Salary & Benefits
Kristie - Receptionist (Oil & Gas)
12/19/2011 | 348 Views

Denver Oil & Gas Company Strategically Uses Temporary Staffing Option Established in 1969, our client, a mid-sized, independent oil and gas company had experienced significant growth in 2010.   This publicly traded company has a national presence but is based in Denver, Colorado …

Denver Human Resource Manager Hired by Denver, Colorado Manufacturer

 
Denver Human Resource Manager Hired by Denver, Colorado Manufacturer
Sally - Human Resource Manager
12/05/2011 | 224 Views

Precast Concrete Manufacturer Ready to Add to Staff in Q4, 2011 More than 2 years ago J. Kent’s client, a Denver based manufacturer of precast concrete, eliminated their Denver Human Resource Manager position due to a tough economy. However in Q4, the company experienced an increased de …

SharePoint 2010 Expert Hired by Denver Temp Agency

 
SharePoint 2010 Expert Hired by Denver Temp Agency
Jesse - SharePoint Site Collection Administrator
12/07/2011 | 168 Views

Entry Level Professional is Eager to Build on Experience Jesse spent the last year traveling through Europe, working in France and enjoying the long ski season Colorado has to offer.  However, once Jesse returned to Denver, he was ready to rejoin the workforce and eager to build on his p …

Part-Time Receptionists Difficult to Find for Denver Jobs

 
Part-Time Receptionists Difficult to Find for Denver Jobs
Lori - Part-Time Receptionist
12/01/2011 | 230 Views

Part-Time Receptionists Difficult to Find J. Kent’s client, a well- established, municipal risk management firm was having a difficult time hiring a part-time receptionist for their Denver office after the resignation of a tenured staff member.  Although the Denver unemployment rat …

Colorado Staffing Agency Recruits Personal Assistant for Family Office

 
Colorado Staffing Agency Recruits Personal Assistant for Family Office
Lori - Assistant to President
12/05/2011 | 323 Views

Philanthropist Begins Search for New Personal Assistant After 18 Years Our client, a nationally recognized and respected philanthropist, was placed in the challenging position of hiring a new Personal Assistant - a position previously occupied by a talented individual for 18 years. The Execut …

Denver Warehouse Clerk Finds Temp-to-Hire Staffing Job with Distribution Center

 
Denver Warehouse Clerk Finds Temp-to-Hire Staffing Job with Distribution Center
Michael - Warehouse Clerk / Customer Service Center Rep
12/08/2011 | 287 Views

Key “One-Man” Denver Distribution Center Needs Immediate Staffing A global fashion services supplier with nearly 100 years of history had an immediate staffing need for their key “one-man” Denver Customer Service / Distribution Center, due to the resignation of their W …

Billing Analyst Hired by Denver Oil & Gas Transportation Company

 
Billing Analyst Hired by Denver Oil & Gas Transportation Company
Derika - Billing Analyst
12/05/2011 | 206 Views

Oil/Gas Transportation Company Relocates Corporate Office to Denver In August 2011, a transportation company serving the oil & gas industry relocated their U.S. headquarters to Denver.  After conducting a lengthy 2 month search for a Billing Analyst through their own efforts, th …

Making the Right Call

 
Making the Right Call
Peggy - Receptionist
10/18/2011 | 143 Views

Our client, an international oil & gas firm, had recently promoted two employees which led to the need for a receptionist. With several successful placements by J. Kent Staffing, our client turned to us for help in identifying a great new receptionist. Our client interviewed several candi …

Denver Property Managers Hired by Condominium Association

 
Denver Property Managers Hired by Condominium Association
Michael & Trish - Resident Managers
06/20/2011 | 162 Views

Michael and Trish - Working in Retirement After long and reputable careers in banking / real estate and education, Michael and Trish were ready to retire and slow down but not quite ready to quit working altogether. Leaving the fast paced corporate world behind them, they began to explore man …

Denver Attorney Accepts Temp-to-Hire Contract Administrator Job w/ Area Hospital

 
Denver Attorney Accepts Temp-to-Hire Contract Administrator Job w/ Area Hospital
Shelley - Contract Administrator
10/31/2011 | 217 Views

With a Juris Doctor degree from University of Denver's Sturm College of Law, Shelley worked as an Associate Attorney for a litigation and mediation law firm for 2 years before realizing that her true desire was to find a career outside of the traditional law firm path that would com …

Denver 501(c)3 Non-Profit Adds Administrative Assistant to Their Team

 
Denver 501(c)3 Non-Profit Adds Administrative Assistant to Their Team
Ida - Administrative Assistant - Non-Profit
10/20/2008 | 147 Views

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and 17 Years of Non-Profit Experience Ida came to J. Kent with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and 17 years of non-profit experience to include a broad knowledge and understanding of 501(c)3 day-to-day operations. Ida’s background and experience in the non- …

Actuarial Assistant Hired for 6 Month Financial Analyst Project in Denver

 
Actuarial Assistant Hired for 6 Month Financial Analyst Project in Denver
Tess - Financial Analyst
10/10/2011 | 219 Views

A Denver based, 10 year old healthcare consulting firm was recently awarded an exciting new client project. Charged with analyzing costs to help create new bundled pricing for a large medical practice group, this Employer needed 2 temporary Financial Analysts and called upon J. Kent Staffing to h …

Denver Professional Association Fills Job w/ Temporary Administrative Assistant

 
Denver Professional Association Fills Job w/ Temporary Administrative Assistant
Lindsey - Administrative Assistant
09/06/2011 | 205 Views

5,000 Member Denver Professional Association Has Immediate and Critical Temporary Need A professional member's association supporting the education community had an immediate and urgent need for a temporary Administrative Assistant.   The critical need was due to …

Housekeeper / Houseman Added to Staff of Multi-Estate Household in Denver

 
Housekeeper / Houseman Added to Staff of Multi-Estate Household in Denver
Matthew - Housekeeper / Houseman
08/29/2011 | 204 Views

Private Service professionals found in Estate and Household Management are some of the most well rounded, thoughtful, diplomatic, gracious and resourceful workers that can be found anywhere.   This is true; however, finding the true household professional is another matter.  Ex …

Property Assistant Hired by Denver Real Estate Developer

 
Property Assistant Hired by Denver Real Estate Developer
Brenda - Property Assistant
08/24/2011 | 155 Views

15 Years of Exceptional Customer Service Experience & Good Computer Skills Help Transition into Commercial Real Estate Brenda came into J. Kent Staffing to interview on a Friday morning. She had worked in retail for 15 + years in both sales and management, and had recently made that toug …

Started off Second, Finished First

 
Started off Second, Finished First
Julie - Sr. Executive Assistant
08/24/2011 | 158 Views

After spending a year helping a friend with a terminal illness, Julie was ready to get back to her full-time career as an executive assistant. She knew that the job search was going to be tough and that choosing to take that last year off would add to that challenge. Julie started her job search …

A Foot-in-the-Door with Temporary Work

 
A Foot-in-the-Door with Temporary Work
Rebecca - Accounts Payable Specialist
08/16/2011 | 145 Views

Rebecca’s story is just one of many examples of people getting their foot in the door to a great company via temporary work, which then ends up resulting in a full-time job offer! Our Client, a commercial real estate investment and development company, enlisted our help in finding a full-ti …

Grants Administrator Hired by Denver Nonprofit Foundation w/ Healthcare Mission

 
Grants Administrator Hired by Denver Nonprofit Foundation w/ Healthcare Mission
Ronya - Grants Administrator
02/15/2010 | 201 Views

A highly respected, well established, Denver based, heathcare fundraising foundation was looking to replace their Grants Administrator, a seasoned and tenured 10 year employee.  The CEO and Director of Communications recognized the replacement position as critical to the foundation, since mo …

Denver Construction / Mining Company Hires Warehouse Manager

 
Denver Construction / Mining Company Hires Warehouse Manager
Myles - Warehouse / Shipping & Receiving Manager
07/28/2011 | 163 Views

After placing an ad on Craig’s List and receiving hundreds of candidate responses, most of which were unqualified, this J. Kent Employer contacted J. Kent Staffing for help! General Manager Seeks Focused Staffing Solution The General Manager had been performing the organization' …

Real Estate Controller Hired by Denver Financial Service Co. After 1 Year Search

 
Real Estate Controller Hired by Denver Financial Service Co. After 1 Year Search
Becky - Real Estate Controller - International Portfolio Management
10/25/2010 | 144 Views

International Investment Mangement Firm Fills Position After a 1 Year Seach Our discerning, entrepreneurial investment management client that invests in Wall Street, real estate and philanthropy stayed a committed 1 year course to find the right talent to add to their management team.  J …

A Perfect Match

 
A Perfect Match
Lisa - Executive Assistant
05/23/2011 | 142 Views

Our client, a world renowned hotel, had been searching for 3 months on their own for an Executive Assistant. This was a very difficult search and the client had struggled to find the right individual for this very unique position. The client was referred to J. Kent Staffing and we began a very fo …

Settling Down in Denver

 
Settling Down in Denver
Trevor - Business Development Specialist
03/28/2011 | 147 Views

Trevor graduated from a private liberal arts college in Oregon in 2007 and with degree in hand Trevor went to work for a national insurance company. In January 2010, Trevor took a promotion with his employer, and began to travel 75% of the time on a highly specialized team. The promotion also gav …

Reaching Out for a Resource

 
Reaching Out for a Resource
Erica - Grants Coordinator
03/25/2011 | 139 Views

Erica, a Denver native, graduated from CSU in 2005 with a degree in History. With her adventuresome spirit, Erica moved to Tampa, FL right after graduation and quickly found a position with a nonprofit organization as an administrative assistant. Fast forward to the fall of 2010, which brough …

Denver Insurance Brokerage Agency Hires After 6 Month Unsuccessful Search

 
Denver Insurance Brokerage Agency Hires After 6 Month Unsuccessful Search
Jessica - Account Manager Assistant
03/21/2011 | 140 Views

We LOVE the challenge of working with discerning Employers who will only hire the best (maybe because we’re the same way!). This independent, Denver based commercial insurance brokerage had been struggling for 6 months to find an Account Manager Assistant to add to their team. With 3 strict …

Right Place at the Right Time

 
Right Place at the Right Time
Tyler - Jr. Accountant
03/17/2011 | 139 Views

Tyler registered with J. Kent Staffing on 3/10/11, frustrated with how his job search was going and needing help. Having moved to Denver 4 months earlier, he worked selling insurance for 3 months before realizing that door-to-door sales wasn’t his calling. What Tyler really wanted was to pu …

The Inside Track!

 
The Inside Track!
Katie - Receptionist
02/09/2011 | 181 Views

We had Katie working on a 2 month project internally at our offices at J. Kent Staffing, so had the opportunity to witness first-hand her great attitude and work ethic. So, when our Client, a Denver based Oil & Gas firm needed a Temp-to-Hire Receptionist, Katie immediately came to our mind as …

Growing Nonprofit Adds Business Manager

 
Growing Nonprofit Adds Business Manager
Taryn - Business Manager
11/22/2010 | 154 Views

When companies start growing, owners often get stretched in many different directions and start spending much of their time on operations and less time on those efforts necessary to foster continued growth. Our client, a Denver based nonprofit firm focused on public policy research and strate …

Keeping Your Connections

 
Keeping Your Connections
Jennifer - Executive Assistant
11/11/2010 | 133 Views

Jennifer had initially interviewed with J. Kent Staffing in November, 2008, but ended up finding a job on her own. In October, 2010 however, Jennifer was back on the job hunt. She reached out to the recruiter that she had built a great relationship with to start her job search. By November, 2010 …

Executive Assistant Successfully Re-Enters Workforce After 12 Years

 
Executive Assistant Successfully Re-Enters Workforce After 12 Years
Addy - Executive Assistant
11/08/2010 | 162 Views

Addy found herself needing to reenter the workforce due to life changing events in November, 2009. It was a very tough job market and therefore Addy ended up taking a retail position. While she loved the customer interaction, the hours and compensation were very hard to juggle with the responsibi …

Tax Manager to Complete Complex Tax Returns and Mentor Employees

 
Tax Manager to Complete Complex Tax Returns and Mentor Employees
Deana - Tax Manager
12/20/2010 | 170 Views

Deana was looking for a long-term home where she could continue in her tax career and utilize her abilities to complete complex tax returns and continue mentoring and developing employees.  Her friendly, engaging demeanor and 16 years of accounting experience made her an exceptional candidat …

Returning To The Workforce After 2 Years

 
Returning To The Workforce After 2 Years
Katherine - Administrative Assistant
09/01/2010 | 131 Views

It’s not always easy to return to the workforce after extended taking time off for family reasons… but employers these days realize that there are excellent workers that are eager to return to work and extremely committed to their ‘second’ careers.  After taking …

Yesterday a Candidate, Today a Client

 
Yesterday a Candidate, Today a Client
Amy - Operations Specialist
08/09/2010 | 148 Views

The Lead Operations Specialist of our client, a nonprofit organization involved in Head Start Program management, was a former J. Kent Candidate engaged in a job search in 2008. She ended up finding a job on her own, but always remembered the positive experience she had with J. Kent Staffing. Whe …

Ice Queen Settles in Denver

 
Ice Queen Settles in Denver
Amanda - Customer Service Rep
08/02/2010 | 137 Views

Amanda lived one of those exciting lives that all of us try to live vicariously. Well-rounded, with a degree in Mathematics and French, she also had the travel bug! Amanda spent the majority of her 20’s travelling to Antarctica for 6 months of every year to work hands-on as an air transport …

Household Manager - Estate Management of Multi-Staffed Denver Household

 
Household Manager - Estate Management of Multi-Staffed Denver Household
Suzanne - Household Manager
07/26/2010 | 296 Views

One of the more interesting retained executive searches conducted by J. Kent in 2010 was a search for the pivotal position of Household Manager for a recognized, highly respected, international philanthropist.  A Complex Search – 200+ Candidates From Throughout the US This comp …

Our Candidates Keep Coming Back!

 
Our Candidates Keep Coming Back!
Jenny - Administrative Coordinator
07/19/2010 | 144 Views

We had placed Jenny previously, but after getting laid off in 2009 and with the recession in full swing, Jenny found it challenging to find another job. Looking for some assistance in her job search, she enlisted our help once again. During her job search, Jenny was one of our most relied upo …

Stepping Outside The Box

 
Stepping Outside The Box
Kim - Administrative Project Coordinator
07/01/2010 | 134 Views

What a unique position; the need was for an HR Generalist who could double as an Administrative Project Coordinator. Kim was just the right candidate to fit the bill. Over her short career she had gained great HR experience and had the right mindset to be an Executive Assistant when called upon. …

The Story of 2 Katie's - Friends Referring Friends

 
The Story of 2 Katie's - Friends Referring Friends
Katie - Receptionist
05/30/2011 | 240 Views

The Story of 2 Katie’s is a wonderful example of friends helping friends find jobs. Katie #1 had been a J. Kent Temporary Employee for about 2 months and then referred her friend to us, Katie #2, who was also looking for work. It didn’t happen overnight, but 4 months later we plac …

Looking for a Job? Consider Temping!

 
Looking for a Job? Consider Temping!
Emily - Marketing/PR Coordinator
04/19/2010 | 149 Views

We hired Emily originally for a 1 day temporary assignment as a Receptionist in the HR Department of our J. Kent Employer, a large Denver area hospital. Well, she made such a positive impression, that they kept asking for her back and extending the assignment...and extending the assignment...and …

PC Help Desk Tech Reconnects with J. Kent Staffing Recruiter

 
PC Help Desk Tech Reconnects with J. Kent Staffing Recruiter
Kevin - PC Help Desk Technician
04/19/2010 | 161 Views

Reconnecting with J. Kent Staffing After 2 Years J. Kent had not spoken with Kevin in almost 2 years and, out of the blue, he emailed in an updated resume letting us know he was still in the same job, with the same company as before, but open to better opportunities. Kevin was working in …

Today a Candidate, Tomorrow an Employer

 
Today a Candidate, Tomorrow an Employer
Cristina - Lead Benefits Specialist
04/05/2010 | 133 Views

How rewarding it is for us to see our candidates that we represent get great jobs and then eventually make the transition from a J. Kent Candidate to a J. Kent Employer!  Whether J. Kent found them a job, or they found one through another source, it’s always our goal to develop positiv …

She’s Not Fooling – April 1st is the Day!

 
She’s Not Fooling – April 1st is the Day!
Krista - Communications Coordinator
04/01/2010 | 156 Views

There is no fooling here - she started her career on April Fool’s Day. After having an opportunity to travel the world and achieve her college degree, Krista was ready to start her communications career. A Communications Coordinator position at a great local association offered just that op …

Dynamic Partnership Between Booming Business and Polished Professional

 
Dynamic Partnership Between Booming Business and Polished Professional
Amy - Business Development Specialist
03/29/2010 | 138 Views

The Client: an in-home, WOM marketing company aided and measured with social networking–based online tools.  The Candidate: Amy, a polished, twelve year careered professional in the publishing/newspaper sales industry.  Amy was hired by this one-of-a-kind company as …

Flying Fingers From Florida - 116 wpm!

 
Flying Fingers From Florida - 116 wpm!
Elizabeth - Legal Assistant
03/02/2010 | 131 Views

A well-respected Denver business litigation firm came to J. Kent Staffing  with an immediate need for a Legal Assistant to support one of the firm’s Partners. What made the need so unique was that the individual needed to type at least 90 wpm. Elizabeth did just that and then some, clo …

Third Time's a Charm

 
Third Time's a Charm
Heather - Investor Relations Coordinator
02/10/2010 | 135 Views

It is no secret that this recession has resulted in many layoffs across all industries, and J. Kent Candidates that we have placed over the years are not immune. But... they keep coming back to us, and we have great success placing them again with other J. Kent Clients. Take, for example, Heather …

Transitioning from Full-Time to Part-Time

 
Transitioning from Full-Time to Part-Time
Debi - Administrative Assistant
12/01/2009 | 138 Views

J. Kent Staffing had originally placed Debi as an Administrative Assistant for a reputable Denver investment banking firm in 1992. After 17 years in the investment banking industry, she was laid off. After re-assessing her career and personal goals, Debi was trying to find a job where she cou …

Strategies that Fly

 
Strategies that Fly
Eric - Vice President, Planning & Strategic Growth
11/30/2009 | 133 Views

Eric accepted an excellent opportunity with a growing company as Vice President, Planning & Strategic Growth. A pilot in his spare time, he’s an expert in coming up with ways to increase business and developing strategies that "fly". Eric will help J. Kent's client continu …

From Hospitality to Hospitals

 
From Hospitality to Hospitals
Danielle - Executive Office - Administrative Assistant
08/31/2009 | 145 Views

Danielle was no stranger to dressing in a professional suit every day for work and catering to high end clientele in her career as Front Office Manager for high end hotels. But, burned out from the 24/7 hours of the hospitality industry, Danielle successfully transitioned her career into the exci …

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