How to Sign Up With a Staffing Agency
Signing up with a staffing agency is another way to find jobs. Staffing agencies are hired by client companies to find employees for job openings. Agencies are always looking for good people to send to client companies. Signing up for a job with a staffing agency will open some doors, since the relationships with numerous client companies are already established. You can sign up for a temporary or regular employee position.
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Research reputable staffing agencies in your area. Look for such things as length of time in business and number of jobs available. Check with the Better Business Bureau to see if there are any registered complaints against the companies. Also, check into any association memberships they have, such as the Chamber of Commerce.
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Contact the agency, and discuss your job status. If you are comfortable with the contact person, ask to come to the agency in person to make an application. You will need two pieces of identification, such as Social Security card and a driver's license, to prove your eligibility to work.
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Prepare a professional resume and a list of job references. These are the tools that agencies need to find the right job match. Checking references and conducting background checks are common requirements to place an employee at a client company. Be prompt for your appointment, and dress professionally.
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Practice typing skills prior to going to the agency. Most agencies require a number of tests on the most popular software packages such as Microsoft Office. A good typing speed with few errors is an excellent skill to offer client companies.
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Follow up with the agency on a frequent basis to keep your name out in front. It might be a good idea to sign up with a couple of reputable agencies, because they might have different client companies. If an assignment comes up, make certain to get all of the information and directions needed to make a good first impression.
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Tips & Warnings
Look your very best, because first impressions last.
Never speak negatively about a former employer.
