Mary K Thomas founded Equistaff, Inc. (Formerly Temporary Horse Care and Employment Services, Inc.) in Marion County Florida in 1981, laying the foundation for a long lasting success in this area and abroad. Starting on a shoestring with a great idea and an abundance of tenacity, she parlayed this foundation into the success story you see today.

Mary is a nationally certified Personnel Consultant and the vice president of the Marion County Staffing Association. In 2002, She was nominated as the Chamber of Commerce Small Business Person of the Year and was selected as the runner up. Additionally, she won the second top-producing manager in the state; quite an accomplishment for a locally based business competing with larger national firms and chain recruiters.

Mary's level of professionalism and dedication are matched by that of her hand chosen staff. She fosters a truly team oriented atmosphere that breeds success, resulting in superior service of the utmost quality to both clients and candidates.

In another industry first, June 1, 2000, Thomas created and launched www.equistaff.com The first international, multilingual employment site of its kind. Now candidates and employers alike can locate each other - 24 hours a day - 7 days a week, saving time and money.

Mary is a member of the Florida Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association, Florida Staffing Association, Florida Farm Manager's Club and the Ocala Chamber of Commerce.

WHY CHOOSE US?
Our full service approach and reputation for getting results are the main reasons companies turn to Equistaff. Whether your need is for a highly skilled groom, a uniquely qualified farm manager, or just cost reduction and efficiency in recruiting expenses, we are your single source provider for positions ranging from rider to resident veterinarian.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
At Equistaff, we take background investigations to a whole new level. The potential hazards to your business that can result from the unknown just isn't worth the risk. We are able to utilize various resources beyond the standard background check to thoroughly investigate the background of an applicant on a national basis. This includes credit history, criminal background, pending civil litigation, validity of any licenses or credentials, and an incredibly thorough report detailing the experiences of all past employers (even those not listed on the application).

Information required:

• Candidates name
• Address
• Social Security Number
• Date of Birth
• Specific names/number of the employment references
• Names of official licenses
• Previous address

We have a release form, which must be signed by the candidate before we can begin the background check.
Cost: $150.00 per person.
Turn around time: Typically, two business days.
For more information on this service, contact us today jobs@equistaff.com.

FULL SERVICES PROVIDED
Temporary Placement Service
Chances are, the work won't wait until you've found, interviewed, and hired the right employee. Our temporary will step right in and get the work done! Our interviewing, screening, and testing process take the guesswork out of selecting the right temporary for your situation. This service is available in Florida only.

Temporary to Hire
Sometimes, you find the right person for your opening is the temporary who has stepped in to cover the interim period from search to hire. Other times, you may have interviewed an employee who seems qualified, but you just aren't sure if they will mesh well with your workplace. In these cases, temporary to hire is a good option to utilize. Once the employee has been in position with you, on our payroll, for a period of 10 weeks, you may bring the employee directly onto your staff with no additional fees due.

Direct Placement and Recruiting
Your staffing consultant will take the time to obtain a detailed job description of your opening, as well as information regarding the company atmosphere, benefits, management style of the hiring authority, and all other necessary information to make the right placement the first time. We pre-screen, interview, and reference check all of our candidates. We ensure that you see only quality candidates who are absolutely qualified for your position. We utilize networking and direct recruiting to attract the top talent to your table. The best part is, we absorb all costs and you pay no fee until and unless an offer is extended to one of our candidates.

Payroll Services
Equistaff now offers your business a time and money saving payroll service available in Florida only. Continue to receive our full range of services that you have come to trust and now put your payroll issues behind you. We will handle time sheets, taxes, workmen's compensation issues and unemployment claims management.

Wouldn't it be nice to lose the headache and hassles of unemployment claims and payroll deadlines? Let us concentrate on the business of your employees so you can concentrate on maintaining a profitable bottom line!

Retained Search...
Let Equistaff show you the way to utilize our expert staff as your extra HR hands. Now it is possible to hire one of our staff members to exclusively work on recruiting for each and every opening you have. As a retained staff member, we search, define, test, reference check and hire your employee for you exclusively. All you pay for is our time. It is as though you have a recruiter on staff, but do not have the annual burden of payroll and benefits. Use us, as you need us!

Contact 352-622-2040 or jobs@equistaff.com