Store Coach in Training

West
US Air Force, O-2

With Orion International, I found a job I didn’t know I was looking for! I began to work with Orion in January 2007. I had previously served as a Captain in the Air Force and was actively searching for a new career when Orion came onto the scene. JP Sniffen was my recruiter. He treated me with the utmost respect and listened to my needs…even when my needs were in constant flux.

I interviewed with JP on the phone in January to assess my skills, qualifications, and background. JP invited me to a number of hiring conferences, but I only ended up attending one in February being held in Seattle, which was closest to my home. To prepare, I participated in the pre-conference call to find out about interview techniques and conference participants. This was followed by the conference. At the conference, Kmart filled my criteria for a career opportunity, so I interviewed with them. JP followed up with me after the conference to tell me how my interview went and told me to expect a call from Kmart within the week. I kept in contact with JP throughout the interview process with Kmart to let him know of any progress and delays in the process, as well as any concerns I had throughout the process. Once the offer sheet was forwarded, I let JP know of the success that Orion had facilitated with Kmart.

I am currently a Store Coach (Manager) in Training with great prospects of being a Store Coach within six months, if not sooner. I am very excited about the opportunity to help propel Kmart forward as it positions itself as an industry leader in the very competitive retail marketplace. I am very satisfied with the process Orion has in place for placing candidates like me. I had been looking for comparable employment to what I was doing in the military for over 15 months, and, only when I began working with Orion, was I able to secure the opportunity of a lifetime!

Orion International is a winner to me. I would recommend them to any of my friends who are contemplating a career outside of the military. Their staff was friendly and helpful in meeting my needs for meaningful employment and worked very quickly in answering my questions. If they didn’t have the answer right in front of them, they worked tirelessly to get the answer within 48 hours, if not sooner. What a great organization. Thanks, Orion!