Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 10, 2026
Big State Staffing ("we," "us," "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [yourwebsite.com], submit applications, create an account, or interact with our staffing and recruitment services (collectively, the "Services").By using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

1.Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information You Provide Directly
When you register, apply for jobs, submit resumes, or contact us, we may collect: full name, email address, phone number (mobile), mailing address, work history, education, skills, resume/CV details, references, demographic information (where voluntarily provided and lawful), and any other information you choose to provide.
Automatically Collected Information
Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system), usage data (pages visited, time spent), cookies, and similar technologies for analytics and site functionality.
Information from Third Parties
Data from job boards, social media (if you connect accounts), background check providers (with your consent), or previous employers/references (where permitted).
SMS/Text Messaging Related Information
Mobile phone number and consent records when you opt in to receive text messages.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide staffing and recruitment services (match candidates with jobs/clients, process applications)
Communicate with you about job opportunities, interviews, shifts, onboarding, or employment status
Send service-related updates and administrative messages
Improve our website and services
Comply with legal obligations (e.g., employment laws, tax reporting)
Prevent fraud and ensure site security

SMS/Text Messaging Usage
With your consent, we (or our service providers) may contact you via SMS/text messages (including using automated dialing systems or artificial/pre-recorded voices) for purposes such as: Job alerts and new opportunity notifications
Interview scheduling and reminders
Shift confirmations or changes (for temporary placements)
Verification codes or account security
Employment-related updates

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

3. SMS/Text Messaging Consent & Opt-Out (TCPA Compliance)

We only send SMS messages if you have provided prior express written consent. Examples of how consent may be obtained include:

Checking a box on our website/application form stating:
"By providing your mobile number and checking this box, you consent to receive SMS/text messages from Big State Staffing about job opportunities, interviews, shifts, and related updates. Consent is not required to apply or use our services.

Message frequency varies. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply STOP to unsubscribe."
Texting a keyword (e.g., "JOBS") to our short code
Verbally providing consent (recorded where required)

Opt-Out Instructions
To stop receiving text messages at any time, simply reply STOP to any message. You may also reply HELP for assistance or contact us at the details below. After opting out, you may receive one final confirmation message.
Note: Opting out of SMS does not affect other communications (e.g., email) unless specified.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

Clients/employers (for job placements/matching)
Service providers (e.g., SMS platforms, background check companies, cloud storage — bound by confidentiality)
Business partners in the staffing/recruitment process
Legal authorities when required by law

We do not sell your personal information. Your mobile opt-in data (phone number and consent) will never be shared with third parties for their independent marketing purposes.

Again, no mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All OPT-IN requests include text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Candidate data is typically retained for 3 years, but could be as long as 7 years after last activity.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location (e.g., California residents under CCPA/CPRA), you may have rights to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information
Opt out of certain data sharing/sales (we do not sell data)
Limit use of sensitive information

To exercise rights, contact us (see below). We may verify your identity before responding.

8. International Transfers

If you are outside the U.S., your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States (or other countries). We use appropriate safeguards for such transfers.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under 16 (or 13 where COPPA applies). We do not knowingly collect data from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy. Changes will be posted here with an updated effective date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us

For questions, rights requests, or concerns:
Big State Staffing

Email: lynn@bigstatestaffing.com

Phone: 940-281-0011

For SMS-specific issues: Reply HELP to any message or email the address above.

Thank you for trusting us with your information. We are committed to handling it responsibly.