What is Federal and State Government Staffing?

• Focus: Staffing agencies and specialized recruiters who place individuals in various roles within federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Broad Scope: Positions can range from administrative and clerical roles to highly specialized policy experts, healthcare professionals for government facilities, IT specialists, and more.

Types of Government Staffing

• Direct Hire: Finding permanent, full-time employees for government agencies.
• Temporary/Contingent Staffing: Placing individuals in short-term or project-based government roles.
• Government Contractors: Agencies sometimes specialize in placing highly skilled professionals (often with security clearances) to support government contracts.

Why Choose a Specialized Government Staffing Agency

• Understanding of Government Processes: They know the complex hiring procedures, regulations, and paperwork associated with government jobs.
• Security Clearance Expertise: Many government roles require security clearances. Agencies can help source cleared candidates or guide candidates through the clearance process.
• Specialized Network: They maintain a pool of candidates interested in government work and who understand the unique aspects of working in the public sector.
• Knowledge of Pay Scales and Benefits: Government compensation structures are often different from the private sector. Specialized agencies help set expectations for candidates.

Finding Federal and State Government Staffing Agencies

• Referrals: Ask for recommendations from people you know who work in government.
• Online Searches: Use keywords like:
  • “Government staffing agencies [your state]”
  • “Federal government staffing specialists”
  • “State government [your state] job placement”
• Government Job Boards: Many government websites list open positions and may also include approved staffing vendors.
• Industry-Specific Directories: Some resources list staffing agencies focusing on various sectors, including government.