Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does EPC do?
A: EPC, Associates is a search/staffing firm specializing in the
recruitment of professionals for the technology industry.
Q: Another pushy headhunter?
A: Not at all. We prefer the name search/staffing firm. We do not force
anyone into a situation that they don't want to get into - this is a
losing situation for everyone in the long run. If a match arises, we will simply inform you of the opportunity and go
from there. We receive complements repeatedly from candidates that we
aren't pushy like many of the other recruiters they've dealt with in the
past.
Q: Why do companies need EPC?
A: The technology industry is changing almost on a daily basis. As the
market changes, so do the manpower requirements. Search firms such as
EPC are one of the sources companies turn to find qualified candidates
to meet their employment needs.
Q: How does it work?
A: EPC has been building and maintaining a confidential database of
technical professionals' resumes since 1983. When a client company has a
new position arise, we are able to search our database for candidates
who may be a fit for the position. If your resume shows up as a match
for a position, we would call you to see if there would be interest on
your part to hear from the company. If so, we would present your
background to our client. If the client feels there is a match, we will
provide your phone number to them to pursue the opportunity.
What do I have to do?
Just send us your resume and if possible, complete the Personal
Datasheet that accompanied this package. Ideally, Email the resume
(either in Word, WordPerfect or ASCII format as an attachment or pasted
directly into the body of the message) to
resumes@epcinc.com. Then
either mail the Personal Datasheet in the Postage Paid envelope provided
or fax it to us at 800-607-7080. In the Email message, indicate that the
Personal Datasheet will follow via fax or mail and write on the top of
the Personal Datasheet that the resume was previously Emailed. If you
can't Email it for any reason, do not hesitate mailing or faxing both
the resume and the Personal Datasheet together.
Q: Who pays for this?
A: All fees are paid by the client companies.
Q: I'm happy where I am. Why should I send EPC
my resume?
A: Will you be working with your current company until you retire? If the
answer to this question is 'No' or 'I don't know', then you should
always have a resume on file with a confidential search firm like EPC.
As we mentioned before, you will be informed first of any possible
matches for your background - if you're not interested you just have to
say so. On the other hand, waiting until you are ready to change can
slow down your career advancement because if you are like most of your
colleagues, you are too busy working to think about the big picture of
your career and if it's time to advance it. Worse yet, if you wait until
you have to make a move (layoff, transfer, etc.) you may end up making a
lateral or a backwards move rather than a step up.
Q: Is there any hurry?
A: Not necessarily. We work year round for clients to help them staff open
positions. Frequently we will work with companies to hold special
programs.
Q: What if I have other questions?
A: Please feel free to call us toll free at 1.800.488.2472