Career 1 Source is the search partner for organizations in essential industries
Career 1 Source partners with leaders in essential industries where hiring decisions carry management and operational consequences - not just HR impact. We work across North America with organizations that need a search partner who understands their world and treats every hire as a performance decision.
A Search Partner for these
Essential Industries
Banking and Financial Services
Providing financial leadership to navigate the complexities of the financial sector
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Private Equity
Connecting private equity firms with executives who drive growth and investment success.
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Healthcare
Matching healthcare leaders to roles that improve patient care and operational efficiency.
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Non-profit
Sourcing mission-driven leaders for non-profits focused on making a difference.
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Transportation & Logistics
Placing leaders who streamline operations in transportation and logistics.
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Executive Search
Providing the experience and leadership our client partners need to grow.
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Essential Industry Expertise
We evaluate candidates in context, not in a vacuum—drawing on deep experience and networks in the essential industries we serve.
IntegraHire℠
Our proven, four pillar search process that aligns every hire with your real world performance, culture, and long term goals.
Strategic Growth Partnership
We focus on long term relationships - putting the right people in the right seats and supporting owners, boards, and founders when hires must stand up to scrutiny.
Why Clients Choose Us
I wanted to pass along the compliments from everyone ab...
I wanted to pass along the compliments from everyone about the pre-work, notes and due diligence from Scott that accompany the resume. They are all very impressed with the professionalism of your agency.Senior HR Recruiter with a Food & Beverage Company
David, I love the way you do your job. A competitor of...
David, I love the way you do your job. A competitor of yours called me yesterday and I told them there is an incredibly high bar we are accustomed to.Insurance Client
David – I started with this company one year ago toda...
David – I started with this company one year ago today. It’s been the best business decision I’ve ever made. Thanks for being persistent in your encouragement to join this company. There hasn’t been a single day that I’ve second guessed the decision.Successfully Placed Career 1 Source Candidate
David is one of those truly rare recruiters who is pass...
David is one of those truly rare recruiters who is passionate about finding the perfect fit for his candidates.”Happy Career 1 Source Candidate
Working with Scott and Career 1 Source is a completely ...
Working with Scott and Career 1 Source is a completely different experience than other recruiters—they are truly invested in our organization’s success, prioritize cultural fit, and go beyond placement to help us grow as a company. Their process saves us time and produces long-term results. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for more than just a transactional recruiting firm.Ryan Wedel | Landmark National Bank
Having worked with the Ag 1 Source team for many years,...
Having worked with the Ag 1 Source team for many years, I can tell you'd I'd never work with another recruiting firm. The people they have placed with our company have been some of the most experienced and professional individuals I've ever worked with. Any time I need to hire, I will call Ag 1 Source.Ag 1 Source Employer
"I feel that David was a real advocate for me during th...
"I feel that David was a real advocate for me during the process. He was very transparent about the challenges of the company and what they were looking for which allowed me to have great conversations and ask appropriate questions. He was very prompt with responses and feedback."Heather B.
“The process with the job characteristics and ancilla...
“The process with the job characteristics and ancillary information was seamless. The process was really a facilitation and seeking of mutual fit.”Marc F., A Successfully Placed Candidate
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Hire Stand-out Performers with Real Impact
Career 1 Source places leaders and key contributors who restore capacity, improve execution, and reduce risk. Each placement is grounded in a clear definition of success and a structured IntegraHire℠ search – so you see measurable impact, not just a filled seat.
Grain / Operations
Rail Terminal Manager Central Kansas
Central, KS
$110,000.00
Job # 18045
Private Equity - Business Services
General Manager
Portland, ME
$200,000.00
Job # 18033
Seed
District Sales – Seed
Central, IA
$110,000.00
Job # 18017
Agronomy
Territory Sales Manager – Ohio
Statewide, OH
$140,000.00
Job # 18006
Ag Associations
General Manager
Richmond, TX
$100,000.00
Job # 18001
Banking
Vice President – Loan Officer
Central, KS
$75,000.00
Job # 18000
Ag Finance
Controller
Northern, ND
$150,000.00
Job # 17985
Manufacturing
Plant Manager
Topeka, KS
$125,000.00
Job # 17974
Non-Profit
Director of Support Services
Pittsburgh, PA
$125,000.00
Job # 17973
Banking
Senior Internal Auditor
Oklahoma City, OK
$110,000.00
Job # 17965