Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Employment Agency in Houston, TX
We are a Houston-based employment agency with over 35 years of combined experience in recruitment and staffing solutions. Founded in 2004 by Judith Bretthauer and Carol Ramirez, our firm has successfully placed thousands of candidates across diverse industries including industrial, technical, administrative, and sales sectors. Our approach centers on understanding client needs and candidate aspirations to forge lasting employment relationships. We offer comprehensive services from skill assessment testing to candidate placement, supported by a team of seasoned professionals with over 75 years of combined industry expertise. Our commitment to personalized service ensures tailored solutions for both job seekers and employers.We maintain long-standing client relationships spanning three decades, reflecting our dedication to quality and reliability. Our mission is to facilitate rewarding employment connections while fostering a professional environment for our staff. With strategic partnerships across hundreds of organizations, we provide direct hire, temporary-to-hire, and temporary placement services. Our team's deep local market knowledge ensures we meet specific staffing needs in the Houston metropolitan area. We prioritize transparent communication and customer satisfaction at every stage of the recruitment process.
Services
Recruitment Services
Candidate Placement
Skill Assessment Testing
Employee Management
Temporary Hiring
Resume Review
Direct Hire Placement
Career Counseling
Freight Industry Staffing
Technical Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of combined experience in the staffing industry.
- Our team has successfully placed thousands of candidates with hundreds of employers.
- We specialize in administrative, legal, industrial, and technical recruitment sectors.
- Our client relationships span 30+ years due to consistent service quality.
- We offer personalized career guidance and skill assessment testing.
What people say
Personalized service
Great customer service
Perfect job match
Family-like treatment
Dedicated support
Services
Recruitment Services
We connect employers with qualified candidates through comprehensive recruitment strategies. Our team specializes in administrative, technical, and industrial sectors, leveraging 35+ years of combined experience to identify ideal matches. By understanding specific job requirements and company culture, we streamline the hiring process while maintaining high placement success rates for both temporary and permanent positions.
Candidate Placement
Our candidate placement service focuses on aligning job seekers' skills with employer needs. We offer personalized career guidance, resume development, and interview preparation to enhance employment opportunities. With access to diverse industries and partnerships across hundreds of organizations, we facilitate meaningful career transitions that benefit both applicants and hiring companies in the Houston area.
Skill Assessment Testing
We administer skill assessment testing to evaluate candidates' technical abilities and job readiness. This service ensures employers receive pre-vetted applicants who meet specific position requirements. By combining standardized testing with our industry expertise, we enhance placement accuracy and reduce hiring risks for industrial, administrative, and technical roles requiring specialized expertise.
Temporary Hiring
Our temporary staffing solutions provide businesses with flexible workforce options for project-based or seasonal needs. We maintain a ready pool of qualified candidates for industrial, administrative, and technical positions, ensuring quick placement without compromising quality. This service offers employers cost-effective staffing while providing job seekers valuable work experience opportunities.
Career Counseling
We offer career counseling services to help job seekers identify their strengths and career goals. Our experienced consultants provide resume writing assistance, interview coaching, and job market navigation strategies. This personalized approach helps candidates present their qualifications effectively to potential employers, increasing their chances of securing ideal positions.
People
Judith Bretthauer
Co-Founder
With 35+ years in staffing, Judith co-founded Bretthauer-Ramirez Staffing after managing offices for M. David Lowe Personnel Services. She focuses on client relationships and candidate development, leveraging her West Texas A&M education and industry expertise to build lasting employment connections.
Carol Ramirez
Co-Founder
A Houston native with a Master's from University of Houston, Carol brings 35+ years of recruiting experience. She specializes in sales and administrative placements, applying her Top Ten consultant background from M. David Lowe to understand client cultures and staffing needs effectively.
Mary Malone
Recruitment Specialist
Mary provides customer-focused recruitment solutions with over 20 years of Houston-based experience. She connects candidates with employers while offering practical guidance through the hiring process, combining her economics background with in-depth knowledge of local job market dynamics.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve administrative, legal, industrial, technical, sales, and freight sectors with 35+ years of specialized staffing experience.
How do you match candidates with employers?
We combine skill assessment testing, personal interviews, and industry expertise to ensure cultural and qualification alignment between candidates and companies.
Do you offer temporary staffing solutions?
Yes, we provide temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire staffing options to meet various business needs and project requirements.
What support do job seekers receive?
Applicants get resume assistance, interview preparation, skill testing, and personalized job matching throughout the placement process.
How are fees structured?
As a staffing agency, we charge employers for placement services while providing job seeker resources at no cost to applicants.
Do you serve companies outside Houston?
While based in Houston, we partner with organizations across Texas and beyond through our extensive staffing network and virtual placement capabilities.
Reviews (4)
Elvira Cruz
Jan 29, 2021
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I am more than happy with this agency. From great customer service to great help on finding a place of employment. They have been there every step of the way. They sure do make u feel like family. It does not matter the time or day it is they will be in touch with you and will not give up until they find the perfect place you are confortable in. From experience there is no words that can described how happy I am with my job.. i can say thank you for all the hard work, dedication and time you invested in me to find the perfect place for me. keep the amazing work lady's
Catherine Miranda
Oct 14, 2020
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Courtney has been great ! This is the first time I had to seek the help of a staffing agency . Im glad I chose Bretthauer-Ramirez . Im a great believer in communication. Courtney was able to answer any questions I had throughout the whole process. Now I have a future career in a department I never thought to join without their help . I also love that Courtney was my point of contact the entire time and she was always professional.
Kelly Moynihan
Oct 06, 2020
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Bretthauer-Ramirez took the time to gain a thorough understanding of my background and of the challenges I have faced in my career. They showed a sincere interest in my talents and abilities and helped me build confidence as a job-seeker.
Sarah Taylor tailored her services to my goals and aspirations. She paired me with employers that offered the opportunities I was most interested in. She continues to consider me among her qualified candidates and will reach out to me with the right opportunities.
Bretthauer-Ramirez offers a highly personalized service to job-seekers and demonstrates a sincere
Sarah Taylor tailored her services to my goals and aspirations. She paired me with employers that offered the opportunities I was most interested in. She continues to consider me among her qualified candidates and will reach out to me with the right opportunities.
Bretthauer-Ramirez offers a highly personalized service to job-seekers and demonstrates a sincere
Alxo'S. Animations
Jan 05, 2020
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Thank you Judith and Sarah for taking the personal interest in my success! The opportunity you led me to is a life changing career that will bless my family for years to come! I will never forget what you've done for me! This company is rare because of the personal attention they give to ensure their clients success. Their attention to detail and professionalism is unrivaled. If you ever have the pleasure of working with them, you will not regret it! But be ready for your life to change! All the best to you BR Staffing!
-Sean Palmer
-Sean Palmer