At Selective Staffing Solutions, we believe in providing the deepest level of support to our clients, candidates, and partners to deliver exceptional outcomes, and it shows in every interaction. Meet the people who have made Selective Staffing Solutions and Alberts Executive Search the staffing and talent acquisition firms of choice in Western New York.
President
Category: Leadership (Executive Search), Leadership (Staffing)
Michelle Alberts is the President and Founder of Selective Staffing Solutions and Alberts Executive Search. She has been honored as one of the top Western New York Women Owned Businesses for consecutive years in Buffalo’s Business First, as well as receiving numerous Sales and Marketing Awards. Michelle has been excelling in the staffing industry since 1999, and before opening Selective Staffing Solutions held a sales management position with a national staffing agency where she was ranked #1 in the country. Her years of experience in the industry have abetted her to establish client needs and deliver solutions. Her management philosophy is to lead her team as well as inspire. Michelle claims the secret to her success is to maintain exceptional communications and a thorough understanding of the needs of her customers. Her mission is to deliver the highest level of service to each and every client.
Michelle is the proud mother of two beautiful daughters, and is very active in the community. Over the years Michelle has been involved with the Women President’s Organization (WPO), Buffalo Niagara Sales & Marketing Executives (BNSME), UB Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL) Class of 2006, and many charitable organizations.
Sr. Recruiter
Category: Leadership (Staffing)
Stefanie began with Selective Staffing Solutions in 2005 as a temporary Receptionist. Now as the Senior Recruiter, Stefanie possesses a breadth of knowledge in all aspects of staffing. Growing with the company has allowed her to hone her understanding of multiple industries and build a strong relationship with Selective Staffing’s clients. Stefanie is truly a vessel of knowledge and has been a mentor over the years to incoming recruiters. With her guidance and insight, Selective Staffing has been able to remain one of the top agencies in WNY!
“Due to the fact that I have been in their position, I can personally relate to candidates starting on a temporary basis. I always tell my candidates to “keep an open mind when searching for work; you never know what doors will open with hard-work and dedication!” I’ve found a home with Selective Staffing and I truly find it gratifying when I can match a person with a company that they can both grow professionally and consider a second home. In addition to building a relationship with my applicants, I enjoy working with my incredibly talented and fun-loving co-workers every day!”
Executive Recruiter
Category: Leadership (Executive Search)
Division: Alberts Executive Search
I am a proud husband to a real life “Wonder Woman” and a proud father to a little girl that is the apple of my eye. While I consider being a husband and a father the most important work I do, my passion is also rooted in recruiting. After stumbling into the career I was baffled by the stigma recruiters and headhunters have brought upon themselves.
I have made it my mission to be different. To be people-centric. To fit, not fill. To be a partner, not a resume peddler. To be a ghostbuster and beat the stigma.
Today, I spearhead the Executive search division of Selective Staffing Solutions.
Anyone who has ever worked with a “typical” staffing agency or recruiting firm knows how impersonal the process can be. Over 15 years ago, Selective Staffing Solutions was formed to bring people-centric talent acquisition solutions to Western New York.
We set out to change the way candidates and businesses feel about working with recruiters, and we have.
We are a Western New York company with Western New York expertise and Western New York values. We know that when people are put to work in meaningful jobs, it has a positive impact on them, their employer and the community at large. By combining local expertise with cutting-edge technology and the reach of a national firm, we provide an experience that is unmatched in the industry.
If you are looking for a true partner in your business success or your career success, you have come to the right place.
HR Assistant
Molly joined the Selective Staffing Solutions team in 2020 and hit the ground running after a career in office administration. Today she partners with WNY employers to match top candidates for a wide variety of positions, in addition to helping out the office with a wide variety of tasks related to the successful operation of a busy staffing firm.
Born and raised in Buffalo, Molly is the resident Buffalo sports expert in the office. Molly’s second passion is working with animals. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Animal Behavior from Canisius College, and when she is not pulling for the Bills or Sabres she regularly competes in Nosework competitions with her Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Cinder.
Favorite thing about recruiting:
“I love talking with new people every day and developing new relationships that turn into meaningful change. Whether it’s an employer who secures a great new employee, or a candidate who lands a great new job.”
HR Assistant
Melissa joined the Selective Staffing Solutions team in 2020 as an HR Assistant after relocating to Buffalo from the West Coast. Today she partners with WNY employers to match top candidates for a wide variety of positions, in addition to helping out the office with a wide variety of tasks related to the successful operation of a busy staffing firm.
Originally born in Chico California, Melissa was attracted to Buffalo’s four seasons and scenery. As an avid photographer Melissa has enjoyed traversing through WNY and capturing the Buffalo-Niagara region in all its glory. When she’s not in the office Melissa enjoys writing and illustrating fantasy novels.
Favorite thing about recruiting:
“I love helping people. My favorite part of my job is working with a wide variety of people and matching their interests with great opportunities in WNY.”
Recruiter
Justina joined the Selective Staffing Solutions team in 2020, bringing 15 years of talent acquisition experience to the team. Justina started her talent acquisition career as a training specialist with a prominent WNY employer before blazing a path in the staffing industry. Today, Justina partners with WNY employers to match top candidates for a wide variety of positions and is a valuable asset to the SSS team.
Despite leaving the area for warmer weather for three long years, Justina has called Buffalo home for most of her life. Even though she’s not a big fan of brushing her car off in the winter, she couldn’t stay away from her Buffalo family (and chicken wings) for too long! Now, Justina only leaves the area for travel, as she firmly believes everyone should take time to see new things and make memories that last forever. Her favorite memories are those made when flipping houses with her spouse, and raising her two amazing children – Alea and Sylus.
Favorite thing about recruiting:
“This career has allowed me to connect with people I probably would not have connected with otherwise. I love making those connections and making a difference in people’s lives”
“The company received my application and called me within 2 hours. Then I got an interview within 2 days. I met with my recruiter who definitely understood and took the time to listen and I am now working for a family-owned company for 4+ months and they are very pleased with my work. I am very thankful to Selective Staffing.”
“Thankfully, Laura Holakowski at Selective Staffing Solutions helped me in finding a new career. Diligently researching different job opportunities to match my career goals, she placed me at a job where I can excel. I am grateful and highly recommend this agency.”
“This is the first temp agency I have ever applied for a job with. I was placed in a position within 3 weeks after months of not finding a position on my own and I have been at my current assignment for almost a year. My recruiter has been great as well. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a professional temp position.”
“I worked with Mitch and he was awesome! He always updated me on what was going on and was there if I had any questions or concerns. He was also very helpful in preparing for the interviews and made sure I knew what to ask and how to respond to certain questions, it really made the interviews go a lot easier for me. I have recommended Selective to many of my friends and they have found great careers just like me!”
“I’ve dealt with many hiring agencies and I would have to say that my best experience was with Selective Staffing. Their entire staff is very professional, and they really care about getting you a job that’s just right for you. I couldn’t believe how fast I got a job offer after so many months of looking on my own and never hearing back from anyone!! (less than two weeks!!)”
“I had applied to 3 different temp agencies to try and jumpstart a career. Two of which wanted to send me to a collections position. I chose to work with Laura and she listened to everything I said and before I walked out the door she had a place in mind to potentially send me to. Every e-mail or phone call question I had was answered within an hour every time…and I had many.”
“I was a little hesitant to join Selective Staffing as a temporary employee. I used to think that this kind of thing was the lazy way of getting a job. Boy was I wrong. They took my resume and turned into a work of art. 2 days later I received a call for an interview with one of the local banks and I got hired. If it wasn’t for them, I would have never gotten hired for one of the best jobs with great benefits for me and my family.”
“I moved to the Buffalo area from down south and I gave Selective Staffing a call. Stefanie, my recruiter, was great. She made me feel like she really cared about finding me a job that would be a lasting fit. The end result was a wonderful job with great people. I was hired immediately and was able to remain in the Buffalo area.”
“I came to Selective Staffing Solutions because I needed help searching and applying for a new job due to being laid off from my former employer. Everyone at this company/agency helped me tremendously. They were kind, helpful and determined to help me through the application process. The staff made my stressful situation not so stressful after receiving help in my paperwork. Limited in the English language I was relieved to have found an amazing and supportive agency to help me through a tough time. Thank you everyone at the agency, everyone was amazing.”
“All of our teamwork payed off with a congratulatory email from Stephanie notifying me of my permanently hired on status. World class service fifteen minutes from home.”
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