Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted IT Staffing Partner in Grand Rapids, MI
Atlas Coast has been dedicated to connecting IT professionals with businesses since 2002. We prioritize building long-term relationships through in-person interactions with both candidates and clients, ensuring we understand individual career goals and company needs. By focusing on referrals and existing connections, we identify professionals who align with the technical and cultural requirements of each role. Our approach emphasizes face-to-face meetings to assess candidates' motivations, skills, and expectations, fostering placements that benefit all parties involved.Unlike traditional headhunting, we work to present opportunities that candidates would choose for themselves, ensuring mutual growth. With a focus on West Michigan and the Greater Chicago area, we specialize in temporary, contract-to-hire, and permanent IT placements. Our team's deep engagement in local tech communities and commitment to personalized service sets us apart in the staffing industry. We believe in the power of relationships to create lasting matches that drive both individual and organizational success.
Services
Contract Staffing
Permanent Placement
IT Leadership Recruitment
Network Integration
Application Development
Database Administration
Help Desk Support
Project Management
Cybersecurity Solutions
Web Development
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We prioritize in-person meetings to understand both candidates' goals and clients' needs.
- Our placements focus on long-term cultural and technical compatibility, not just skills.
- We specialize exclusively in IT staffing with deep expertise in technology roles.
- Our local community engagement provides access to a unique network of professionals.
- We maintain relationships beyond transactions, supporting ongoing industry connections.
Services
Contract Staffing
We provide contract IT professionals for short-term projects or workforce gaps. Our candidates are pre-vetted through in-person interviews to ensure technical and cultural fit. Clients receive skilled professionals who integrate seamlessly into existing teams while maintaining full organizational alignment.
Permanent Placement
Our permanent IT placement service connects organizations with professionals seeking long-term opportunities. Through detailed personal interviews, we identify candidates whose skills and career goals align with employers' requirements. This ensures lasting employment relationships that benefit both parties beyond initial job requirements.
Contract to Hire
This hybrid solution allows employers to evaluate candidates in real work environments before committing to permanent hires. We source IT professionals who demonstrate both technical competence and cultural alignment through trial periods, ensuring informed decision-making for long-term employment.
IT Leadership Recruitment
We specialize in placing senior IT leadership roles including CIOs, IT directors, and project managers. Our candidates possess strategic vision and technical expertise, with proven track records in both operational management and team development within technology-driven organizations.
Help Desk Support
Our help desk staffing solutions provide skilled IT support specialists for both temporary and permanent needs. Professionals are equipped to handle technical inquiries, troubleshoot issues, and maintain system stability while aligning with client support philosophies and customer service standards.
People
Jeff Geshel
Managing Partner, Recruiting Director
Jeff Geshel leads recruiting efforts at Atlas Coast with over 18 years of staffing experience. He focuses on building relationships with IT professionals and clients through personal interactions. His team-based approach ensures candidates find roles matching both technical abilities and career aspirations.
Brian VanderZee
Managing Partner, Business Development Director
Brian VanderZee directs business development initiatives for Atlas Coast. With extensive industry knowledge, he connects client needs with qualified IT professionals. He emphasizes understanding company operations and culture to ensure successful long-term placements that extend beyond immediate staffing requirements.
Randy Baron
Senior Account Manager
Randy Baron serves as Senior Account Manager, managing client relationships and staffing solutions. His approach combines technical knowledge with business acumen to deliver tailored recruitment strategies that align with both organizational goals and candidate career objectives.
Traci Marcero
Senior Technical Recruiter
Traci Marcero specializes in technical recruiting with a focus on matching IT professionals with appropriate opportunities. Her hands-on approach includes detailed candidate assessments and personalized client consultations to ensure placements meet both technical and cultural requirements.
Questions
What makes Atlas Coast different from other staffing agencies?
Unlike traditional staffing models, we focus on personal relationships and referrals rather than job board submissions. Our in-person vetting process ensures candidates and clients find mutually beneficial matches that extend beyond technical qualifications.
Do you handle non-IT staffing needs?
While we specialize exclusively in IT placements, we maintain partnerships with firms specializing in engineering, finance, and administrative staffing. This network allows us to provide comprehensive solutions while maintaining IT-specific expertise.
How do you evaluate job candidates?
We conduct in-person interviews to assess technical skills, career motivations, and cultural fit. Our process explores candidates' work history, salary expectations, and career goals to ensure placements align with long-term professional development.
Do you work with small businesses or only large corporations?
We serve companies of all sizes from startups to enterprise organizations. Our personalized approach adapts to each client's unique needs, whether placing entry-level support staff or C-suite IT leadership positions.
What geographic areas do you cover?
Our primary focus includes West Michigan and the Greater Chicago area. We also maintain relationships with clients outside these regions through existing partnerships and remote placement capabilities.
How do you find IT professionals for placement?
Our candidates come through personal referrals and our extensive network developed through community involvement. We participate in local tech events and maintain active relationships with IT professionals rather than relying on job board submissions.
