Job Opportunity Based Services (J.O.B.S.) was founded in 2003 in Missoula, Montana by Michelle Pickell, owner and President. Michelle, whose 16 years of experience working with the disabled includes 4 ½ years as a Certified Employment Specialist, began J.O.B.S. specifically as a placement service for the deaf and hard of hearing, utilizing her Sign Language skills. After accomplishing success offering job placement to the deaf and hard of hearing, Michelle set out to expand her business to include placement services for other disabled individuals as well, which has also been a great success.

Surrounding herself with qualified and highly competent staff, Michelle has built a team that shares her dedication to the Mission and Vision of J.O.B.S. Now expanding to offer employment services to the general public through the use of a full functioning onsite computer lab and other technological tools, along with highly motivated and helpful staff, J.O.B.S. continues its commitment to quick and successful placement of the job-seeking individual, and its dedication to improving the quality of life for the people of Missoula and the surrounding area.