Case Study
IT Consulting and Technical Staffing Support
Sector: County Government
Region: Mid-Atlantic
Focus: Talent Acquisition, Workforce Solutions
The Challenge
The County required a flexible staffing partner capable of rapidly identifying, vetting, and onboarding highly qualified IT professionals to support evolving technology initiatives.
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The contract includes more than fifty master contractors, making responsiveness, candidate quality, and resource retention critical to successful engagement. The County needed a partner capable of responding quickly to SSR requests while maintaining a high standard for candidate evaluation and performance.
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Additionally, Central IT required consistent communication, structured onboarding, and reliable workforce management to ensure resources integrated smoothly with County teams and contributed effectively to ongoing projects.
The ATS Solution
ATS provides end-to-end talent acquisition and workforce management services to support the mission of the organization. Through the County’s Supplement Staff Request (SSR) process, ATS identifies qualified professionals and delivers resources aligned with the County’s technical and operational requirements.
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ATS applies a structured methodology to ensure consistent candidate quality and successful placements. This process includes:
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Intake and Requirements Definition – Working with OIT stakeholders to understand role requirements, project objectives, and technical qualifications.
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Targeted Talent Sourcing – Leveraging ATS’s internal talent network, industry referrals, and market research to identify qualified candidates.
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Technical Evaluation – Conducting candidate pre-screening and technical interviews to verify skills, experience, and alignment with client needs.
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Client Review and Selection – Supporting the client's evaluation process through candidate submissions and interview coordination.
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Hiring and Onboarding Support – Managing offer processes, background checks, and onboarding documentation to ensure smooth resource integration.
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Performance and Retention Management – Providing post-placement oversight and ongoing engagement to support workforce stability and resource performance.
This structured approach enables ATS to deliver high-quality candidates quickly while maintaining strong alignment with the client's operational requirements.
The Results
ATS successfully completed round 1 of the refresh initiative, delivering measurable improvements in deployment efficiency and operational reliability.
✅ High Response Rate – ATS has responded to approximately 95% of all Supplement Staff Requests (SSRs) issued under the contract.
✅ Strong Staffing Success – ATS successfully staffed more than 30% of the SSR opportunities it pursued, even with more than 50 other contractors in competition.
✅30 Positions Filled – ATS has provided a total of thirty technical resources supporting the client's initiatives over the life of two contracts.
✅Sustained Workforce Support – ATS currently maintains five active IT professionals supporting the client's technology programs.
✅Reliable Talent Delivery – ATS resources continue to support key IT functions across enterprise systems, infrastructure, and application environments.
Why ATS?
ATS brings a unique combination of technical expertise, workforce agility, and collaborative service delivery that enables organizations to successfully execute complex technology programs:
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Proven Talent Acquisition Process – ATS uses structured sourcing, screening, and onboarding methodologies to deliver high-quality IT professionals.
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Agile Workforce Delivery – ATS rapidly deploys skilled technical resources that align with client needs and evolving program requirements.
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Transparent Communication – ATS maintains consistent communication with client stakeholders, providing updates on candidate progress, staffing status, and resource performance.
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Performance and Retention Focus – Ongoing engagement and workforce management help maintain strong resource performance and continuity.
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Customer-Focused Culture – ATS prioritizes responsiveness, transparency, and measurable outcomes to ensure long-term client success.