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Our Services
Recruitment
We offer a range of services to help job seekers and businesses achieve their goals. From temporary staffing to direct hiring, we have the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect fit.
We offer a range of services to help municipalities. Packages can be customized for each municipality to include al a carte, specialized services or a complete hiring service. We have the expertise and resources to help your city/town/county find the perfect fit.
Consulting
Our team is made up of experienced recruiters who are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. We are passionate about what we do and we take the time to understand your needs, whether you are a job seeker or a business looking to hire.
Meet Our Team
Christine Landes, ICMA-CM/CMM/MBA President/Owner
Christine Landes, ICMA-CM/CMM/MBA President/Owner
Christine Landes, ICMA-CM/CMM/MBA President/Owner
Christine chose a municipal government career almost thirty years ago and she has never looked back. Over the years she has had an opportunity to work in various positions so her knowledge in municipal government is vast. Realizing that municipalities sometimes seek guidance on critical issues or look to secure a great leader, she created First Choice Recruitment & Consulting to help promote municipal government.
Jay Feyler, Recruitment
Christine Landes, ICMA-CM/CMM/MBA President/Owner
Christine Landes, ICMA-CM/CMM/MBA President/Owner
Former town manager of Union, ME. Approximately 16 years of municipal managerial experience. Currently serving as ambassador to ICMA for the Maine Town and City Managers Association.
About Us
Who We Are
First Choice Recruitment & Consulting proudly boasts a team of experienced recruiters and consultants that are passionate, knowledgeable and professional. They work with municipalities to secure talented professionals that will fill leadership roles and they also assist with goal setting, team building, and various other categories of success for boards, councils and departments.
Our Expertise
With over 60 years of municipal government experience, First Choice Recruitment & Consulting has built a reputation for excellence in recruitment and consulting. Our team of experienced municipal officials have a deep understanding of the municipal job market and can help elected officials and government professionals navigate the hiring process of top leaders, work with departments to build healthy relationships and chart the course for boards and councils to reach amazing goals; all with confidence.
A Few Words From Our Peers
Autumn Schmidt
Benjamin Breadmore
Benjamin Breadmore
Christine is a woman of integrity, innovation and character. She has the skills of thinking outside of the box (that many don't possess) in a way that impacts her employees, clients and the people around her in a big way. I love how reliable Christine is and that I can contact her and within 24 hours she will get back to me with a genuine
Christine is a woman of integrity, innovation and character. She has the skills of thinking outside of the box (that many don't possess) in a way that impacts her employees, clients and the people around her in a big way. I love how reliable Christine is and that I can contact her and within 24 hours she will get back to me with a genuine and helpful response. She is always looking for ways to help upgrade what I am doing and leaves no stone unturned when I ask her for assistance in any area. She is professional, kind and highly knowledgeable. She is a natural leader that people actually want to follow! I cannot speak highly enough of Christine!
-Former Maine State Police Officer-
-Business Owner/Entrepreneur-
Benjamin Breadmore
Benjamin Breadmore
Benjamin Breadmore
Christine is an outstanding municipal leader with a deep commitment to public service. Her expertise in local government, dedication to community engagement, and ability to navigate complex challenges makes her an invaluable asset to any municipality. She has a results driven approach and consistently demonstrates strong leadership and in
Christine is an outstanding municipal leader with a deep commitment to public service. Her expertise in local government, dedication to community engagement, and ability to navigate complex challenges makes her an invaluable asset to any municipality. She has a results driven approach and consistently demonstrates strong leadership and integrity. A true leader in the field.
-Town Manager-
-Holden, ME-
Ryan Pelletier
Benjamin Breadmore
Ryan Pelletier
Christine’s passion is good local government. Her vast knowledge of municipal matters such as dealing with personnel, finance, and back office operations puts her in a position to provide an array of services for recruiting new talent for your workforce.
-County Administrator-
-Aroostook County, ME-