What is a Staffing Agency?
A staffing agency is a business that provides employment services to organizations. The agency recruits, qualifies and provides candidates for job openings within an organization.FunctionA staffing agency offers its service to help save employers time, training and hiring costs. It may also offer temporary or supplemental staff during times when an organization needs additional employees.ServicesStaffing agencies may offer a variety of services such as finding full-time employees, providing temporary employees or immediate help for organizations such as providing a workforce for a small project.FeesA staffing agency charges a fee for all services it provides. An agency charges hourly fees or a one-time fee, depending on the service.QualificationsMost agencies qualify job seekers through testing, checking references and investigating a job seeker’s background.