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505 FIFTH AVENUE
NEW YORK, NY 10017
Phone: (212)599-2002
Fax: (212)599-4130
Other branches in the area:
NO.
Affiliated Agencies:
NO.
World Wide Web Page:
NO.
Email address:
JOVAN STAF@AOL.COM
Five currently most demanded jobs:
| Job Title | Length | Client | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secretary/WP | 1 Weeks | 26 | |
| Legal_Secretary | 01 Weeks | 28 | |
| Proofreader | 03 Months | 75 | |
| Graphics/DTP | 01 Weeks | 18 | |
| Food_Service | 01 Months | 30 |
The following information has been provided by the agency staff:
The standard procedure when a temp applies for work:
APPLICANT MUST MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FIRST WITH ONE OF OUR COUNSELERS.MUST TAKE A TEST ON SPECIALLY DESIGNED TEST.ALSO MUST HAVE TWO FORMS OF VALID I.D. AND PHONE OR BEEPER.
Waiting times:
One to two weeks
How this agency screens registered temps to decide which to
send out:
Extensive test and checking previous employment.
Standby policy:
no.
Payroll policies:
Time sheet pickup: N
Direct deposit: N
Free check cashing at agency's bank: Y
Benefits:
Medical insurance:
Dental insurance:
Paid vacation: Y
Transportation allowance:
Entertainment allowance:
Bonus (not including referral bonus):
Matching contributions:
Informing temps of their rights and responsibilities:
During interveiw process all details are given at that time.
Distinctive aspects of the agency:
Agency is 24 hour service. Personalized attention to each individual employee's skills and needs.
Role of the temp agency:
To provide the individual with the type of employment to suit their needs and skills along with providing the best rates the market dictates.
The five most important characteristics for a temp:
Reliablity, Responsibility, Punctuality, Good work ethic, Professional appearance.
Advice for prospective temps:
To be on time for appointment, dressed appropriately and to have a business-like and professional attitude. Also must have accurate references
Aiding temps in finding permanent work:
Not specifically, but we do handle many temp to perm spots.
Percentage of temps who found permanent work last year
(a) at client firms: 50%
(b) in other firms: 1%
Other comments:
Our firm is searching for reliable and dedicated people. We have many jobs available and more come to us on a daily basis. Respond if you are looking to work on a steady basis and have the ability to work day, evening's, midnight and weekends.
Thanks for your interest.
This entry was submitted on:
Thu Apr 2
Entry was modified on:
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