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WHAT POSITIONS DOES PUBLIC SERVICE SEARCH SPECIALIZE IN RECRUITING SUCCESSFULLY?
Public Service Search & Consulting specializes in executive, leadership, and highly specialized professional roles within public agencies and non for-profit organizations. Our experience includes recruiting for cities, counties, special districts, and nonprofit organizations across executive management, department heads, mid-level leadership, and technical leadership positions. Our searches span multiple disciplines and focus on candidates with proven public-sector experience and long-term retention potential.
HOW LONG HAS YOUR FIRM WORKED IN EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT?
WHAT GUARANTEE DOES PUBLIC SERVICE SEARCH PROVIDE FOR THE RECRUITMENT?
We stand by our work. Should the selected candidate leave the position for any reason or be terminated for any reason within 24 months from the date of employment, we will conduct a replacement search at no additional professional fee.
WHAT IS YOUR APPROACH TO RECRUITING FOR LEADERSHIP POSITIONS?
At Public Service Search & Consulting, we take a proactive, integrated approach to leadership recruitment. Decades of experience allow our client partners to leverage a nationwide reach of diverse candidates with unmatched industry knowledge and market intelligence. We go well beyond traditional job postings by conducting rigorous, targeted outreach and cold-calling to engage passive candidates. This ensures our clients gain access to a broader, more qualified leadership talent pool and successful placements.
DOES PUBLIC SERVICE SEARCH AND CONSULTING OFFER ANY PARTIAL RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS?
Absolutely. There are times when a client partner presents a recruitment need that might not call for the full-service (A to Z) of the recruitment process. In these situations, we can creatively present options that target the steps of the recruitment process for focus. Partial Recruitment Solutions provide a more cost effective approach as we can tailor our services to support specific phases of the recruitment process, including candidate sourcing, outreach to passive candidates, screening, or advisory support, depending on the recruitment needs.
WILL MY RECRUITER HAVE PAST WORK EXPERIENCE IN A GOVERNMENT AGENCY?
Separating ourselves from other recruitment firms, our recruitment team will not have previously worked their career inside a government agency. Public Service Search & Consulting is led by seasoned professional recruiters who are experts in executive search process and talent acquisition. We understand the full recruiting lifecycle—from stakeholder alignment and candidate vetting to compliance-conscious hiring and long-term placement success. We also hold no biased opinions of the types of candidates that should be considered.
How long does a typical executive search process take?
Timelines vary based on position complexity, market conditions, and client requirements. Our proactive outreach model and emphasis on engaging passive candidates allows us to move efficiently without sacrificing quality. Our firm regularly receives accolades from clients and candidates for our responsiveness, straight forward approach, and speed in getting started on new recruitment projects.
Why should a public agency use a dedicated executive search firm instead of recruiting internally?
A dedicated executive search firm provides access to passive, high-performing candidates who are not actively applying for posted positions. This ensures objectivity in the recruitment process, and significantly reduces the time and internal resources required to run a successful search. Clients also benefit from market intelligence, professional candidate assessment, broader outreach, and detailed recruitment approach, leading to stronger leadership placements and long-term success.
How do you create the candidate profile that will lead to a successful placement?
The key to every successful search begins with a detailed and comprehensive understanding of the needs of the community. We will work closely with key decision makers to obtain a clear understanding of the values and history of the organization. It will be important to learn about current issues, challenges and opportunities that will affect the search effort. We will want to understand the expectations for the candidate profile including knowledge, skills and abilities that will define the ideal candidate. Public Service Search will review all documents related to the position. Lastly, we will consult with key leaders regarding the compensation and benefits package that will be presented.