Best Practices for Hiring Through a Staffing Agency - Why the Right Partnership Makes All the Difference

Working with a staffing agency can streamline your hiring process, save time, and connect you with qualified talent faster. But not all agencies operate the same—and the wrong partner can lead to mismatched hires, wasted resources, and even risk to your brand. To make the most of your relationship with a staffing firm, here are a few best practices:

Set Your Agency Up for Success:

• Be transparent about your culture, job expectations, and timelines.

• Respond to candidate resumes timely (you risk losing top talent with time delays!)

• Share feedback early and often—the more we know, the better we can refine candidate matches

• Partner with firms that prioritize ethics and candidate experience, not just speed.

• Look for certifications and screening standards (like AIRS-certified recruiters, which we proudly maintain at Monarch Staffing).

Red Flags to Watch Out For:

• A flood of unqualified resumes.

• Poor communication or lack of transparency.

• Agencies that don’t take time to understand your business or role.

At Monarch Staffing, we go beyond the transactional. Our white-glove approach means:

• Vetted candidates, every time.

• Personalized service and proactive communication.

• A commitment to diversity, equity, and ethics in every hire.

If you're struggling with finding just the right talent, inconsistency, high turnover, or lackluster support from your current staffing agency, it may be time to experience the Monarch difference. Let’s build something better—together. We invite you to have a conversation with us at info@monarchstaffing.com.