About Staffing

Cristina Schultz, Recruitment Manager at About Staffing, recently spoke with the Calgary Herald about the upcoming Alberta referendum and the significant hiring challenge ahead. Elections Canada is expected to recruit more than 60,000 temporary workers to support the electoral process.

Large-scale temporary hiring comes with unique challenges—from attracting qualified candidates and managing tight timelines to ensuring effective onboarding and training.

Have you hired worked as a temporary hire? What were the biggest challenges you faced, and what strategies helped you succeed?

📖 Read the full news story here: https://lnkd.in/gFKrYqgY

Last night was one of those Calgary nights where there were too many great networking events to fit into one schedule. So we did what staffing professionals do best, we adapted. Our team split up across the city to connect with business leaders, industry partners, and growing organizations.

Whether you're looking for event staff, temporary support, office professionals, warehouse talent, skilled trades, or executive leadership, we're open for business and ready to help. From the front line to the C-suite, we connect great people with great companies. Let's talk about your hiring needs.

🚨 Featured Job Alert - Estimator

Join a growing local construction company that's investing in its future with a brand-new office space and an expanding team.

Our client is looking for an experienced Estimator with a strong background in exterior residential construction to contribute their expertise to the estimating process, support project success, and play a key role in the continued growth of the organization.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team where your knowledge, experience, and impact will be highly valued.

➡️ Read the full job description here: https://aboutstaffing.com/job/estimator-2

Thirty years ago, I took a leap of faith and started About Staffing with a simple belief: people matter.

What began as a small local staffing company has grown into a trusted Alberta recruitment partner, helping thousands of organizations find exceptional talent and supporting countless individuals in finding meaningful work.

As I reflect on this milestone, my heart is filled with gratitude. To our clients who trusted us with their hiring needs, to the candidates who allowed us to be part of their career journeys, and to our incredible team members, past and present, who have brought passion, integrity, and care to everything they do: thank you.

The success of About Staffing has never been just about filling positions. It's about building relationships, creating opportunities, and making meaningful connections that positively impact people's lives.

Over the past 30 years, we've celebrated successes, navigated challenges, adapted to change, and remained committed to our core values. Through it all, one thing has remained constant: our belief in the power of people.
I am incredibly proud of what we've built together and excited for what lies ahead. Thank you for being part of our story.

Here's to 30 years of connecting great people with great companies and to the next chapter of growth, opportunity, and community.

With gratitude,
Sharlene Massie
Founder & CEO, About Staffing

❤️ Celebrating 30 Years of About Staffing

🚨 Featured Job Alert - Accounting & Customer Service Clerk

Looking for a flexible opportunity to earn income, gain valuable experience, and keep your skills sharp? Our client is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounting Support professional to join their team on a temporary, Monday-to-Friday, in-office basis.

Supporting a variety of administrative functions including data entry, filing, QuickBooks, and general office support, this role offers excellent cross-training opportunities and the chance to build your resume while expanding your skill set.

Whether you're between permanent positions, seeking part-time work, semi-retired, or simply looking for a flexible way to stay engaged and earn extra income, this is a great opportunity to join a welcoming team and make an immediate impact.

➡️ Read the full job description here: https://aboutstaffing.com/job/accounting-customer-service-clerk

🚨 Featured Job Alert - Sales Manager

Join a growing Calgary-based marketing agency and play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth while working directly alongside the CEO.

This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned Sales Manager who understands the value of digital marketing, including SEO, digital analytics, and performance-driven strategies, and can translate those solutions into meaningful client partnerships.

Offering a strong compensation package, share options, and the chance to help shape the future of the business, this role is perfect for an entrepreneurial sales leader looking to make a lasting impact.

➡️ Read the full job description here: https://aboutstaffing.com/job/sales-manager

🎉 Happy 5-year anniversary Liz Hofmann, RPR! 🎉

Reaching five years is an incredible milestone, and we’re so grateful to be celebrating it with someone as wonderful as Liz.

Liz brings such a warm, bubbly energy to everything she does. Her authentic and easy-going nature makes everyone around her feel instantly at ease, whether she’s connecting with candidates, supporting clients, or simply brightening a teammate’s day.

She’s an exceptional recruiter, an always-helpful coworker, a fun friend, and an awesome fur mom. Over the past five years, her dedication, professionalism, positivity, and genuine care for others have made a lasting impact on our team, our candidates, and our clients.

Thank you for being such an important part of the About Staffing crew, Liz. Congratulations on this amazing milestone. We’re lucky to have you and look forward to many more years together! ✨💙

If you've crossed paths with Liz, we'd love to hear from you!
Share your favourite Liz memory, story, or shoutout in the comments below. 🎉

🚨 Featured Job Alert - Assistant General Manager

Ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Our client, a mission-driven nonprofit organization, is seeking a second-in command, Assistant General Manager to play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations, leading strategic initiatives, and driving organizational success.

Working closely with senior leadership, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your leadership skills in a collaborative and purpose-driven environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking for growth, responsibility, and opportunity to contribute in the day-to-day operations.

➡️ Read the full job description here: https://aboutstaffing.com/job/assistant-general-manager

Our team is growing, and we couldn't be more excited.
Please join us in welcoming the new team to About Staffing!

If you've visited our office, chances are you've been greeted by the friendly, smiling face of Jaya Erguiza. We're excited to share that Jaya is stepping into a new role as our Business Operations Coordinator. We're looking forward to seeing all the great things she'll accomplish in this newly created role!

Please join us in welcoming Sarah Stachiw to our Marketing Team as Marketing & Growth Strategies. She's already jumping in, bringing fresh ideas, and energy to all things marketing and content related at About Staffing.

We've also welcomed a new team member to Marketing, under Partnerships & External Relations. She's been so busy out in the community building connections and creating opportunities that we haven't managed to get a photo of her yet—but trust us, you'll be hearing more about her soon!

Growing our team means growing our impact, and we're grateful to have such talented people helping us move forward.