Staffing Agency Checklist

Selecting the right staffing agency is the first step to having the right personnel for your business, whether contract employees, temp-to-hire, or direct hire services are needed. Here are the must-have features and services to look for when selecting your staffing agency:

A good track record: Choosing a staffing agency with a proven track record is important. An agency with long-term clients is the best indicator of a true partner. They have retained happy customers and they have the expertise to put the right candidates in the right positions.
Hometown credibility: Nobody knows you like your own hometown. A staffing agency that has stood the test of time in their community is an invaluable resource. National agencies may have an office in various markets, but they do business the way their corporate office dictates. A locally-owned company knows the culture, the people, and the business environment.
Getting to know you: An agency that puts time and effort into understanding your business, your needs, and your requirements becomes a true partner. The more understanding between you, the more the agency can help. Great firms have a consulting flair that adds significant value to the process and ensures the best result for you.
Industry or functional area expertise: You want your agency to know the area for which they are asked to hire. This means you will need a staffing agency that has highly qualified course personnel who are knowledgeable in multiple areas, from accountants and paralegals to forklift drivers and electricians. Many agencies have dedicated staffing specialist whose focus is in a few areas of expertise, which ensures you always have specialized individual(s) right at your fingertips.
Full-service: More than simply sifting through resumes, a good staffing agency will interview the candidates in person, and offer skills assessments, background checks, drug screens, and other services you may need to ensure the best candidates come through your door.
Cost-effectiveness: With every business, sticking to the budget is crucial. That’s why it is important to know how much money it will cost to hire a staffing agency. Price should not be the driving factor, value is most important. At Unique Employment Services, we are committed to delivering quality individuals in a variety of fields at very practical prices.
Relationships: Having a good working relationship with candidates is a must with any staffing agency. Agencies that take care of their candidates tend to have highly qualified individuals applying for jobs. Plus, having an abundance of candidates to choose from is helpful to companies looking to hire personnel quickly. In other words, if you have a need for new staff right away, you don’t wan to wait for weeks or even months for the right candidate.

Finding an agency that checks all the boxes ensures you have what you need, when you need it to meet or exceed your goals. As the staffing agency becomes your true partner, their expertise will let you hone in on filling your needs efficiently and cost-effectively. For more information, download the Business Owner’s Complete Guide to Successfully Hiring Temporary Staff and Direct Hires. Call Unique Employment Services today at 361-852-6392 to see how a staffing agency can be your true partner.

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"Unique Employment Services truly understands my needs. I actually had an emergency and they had someone in my office within 15 minutes! I was blown away. I now use Unique for all of my temporary and key-employee searches. Their service and response times are second to none in Corpus Christi."

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Laura

“Our company has used Unique Employment Services for several years and we’ve been completely satisfied on all levels. Their staff is pleasant, professional and very dedicated to finding exactly what we need. It is very evident that the applicants are thoroughly screened based on our needs which saves our team a lot of time and resources. And I just really enjoy working with them which is always nice.”

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, HEALTHCARE COMPANY

Nancy

“Over the last few years we have depended heavily on Unique Employment Services to fill our staffing needs. Unique has excellent follow through with exceptional attention to detail. Needless to say, we get excellent service and look forward to working with them for many years to come.”

SAFETY DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

Gary

“As a manager in a busy multi-physician clinic, I am sometimes faced with the challenge of making sure that I have enough staff to accommodate our fast-paced environment. It is such a comfort knowing that I can reach out to Unique Employment Services to assist me with finding reliable and qualified professionals quickly. They always listen to my needs and provide the best possible candidates for the positions. I am extremely satisfied with our partnership with Unique!”

MANAGER, FAMILY MEDICINE CLINIC

Lisa

“As a Business Manager of a high traffic medical practice, it had always been difficult finding the right temporary employees through other local agencies. Without exception, Unique Employment Services has always been able to provide our office with exactly what we need. In fact, many of whom we thought would be temporary placements, became full time employees in our practice. They are just that good! Their attention to detail and keen listening skills has helped us greatly!”

BUSINESS MANAGER, MEDICAL CLINIC

Justin

“As an Office Manager at a busy dermatology clinic, I do not have time to review applications and schedule numerous interviews. It is such a relief to know that I can rely on Unique to immediately take action when we need it. And their contagious personalities make them fun to work with, yet they are complete professionals who are totally committed to getting us the right applicants. I highly recommend the team at Unique!"

OFFICE MANAGER, MEDICAL CLINIC

Lisa

“I have used The Wilson Group, now a Division of Unique Employment Services, for more than 16 years. Anne is exceptional at conducting pre-interviews and screenings so that I get great candidates with verified skills, in a timely manner. I appreciate her professionalism and that she does not use 'high pressure' tactics. We have a great relationship that hopefully will last well into the future.”

BANK EXECUTIVE

Bob

“What a stellar performance history! For decades we have called on The Wilson Group, a division of Unique Employment Services, to place a wide variety of positions—from clerical to the COO. Because of their thorough vetting process we have found employees who are happy, successful, and here for the long-term. We plan to keep calling on Unique for decades to come!”

PRESIDENT, ENERGY COMPANY

Darrel

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