Over the past few months I've needed to hire people for a job site in Astoria. This department,…read moreunlike so many other Oregon bureaucracies, is amazing. The employees who assist in helping the unemployed and employers connect are nothing short of terrific. They are genuinely helpful and do whatever is in their power to find the right people for the job. This is the only employment department in Oregon that hasn't pissed me off! :)

For businesses looking to fill a vacancy with a highly qualified candidate, Rush Recruiting is…read moreunbeatable. I used them to hire an assistant, and that hire has been with me for 6 years. I'm still benefiting from Rush's ability to winnow down candidates and see the best match with my needs. She saved me not only the hassle of the search, but she got me an assistant who I've wanted to keep around (and have), thus saving me the hassles of rehiring and retraining. Working with Lori was wonderful, so knowledgeable about HR rules, laws and regulations. She had such ability to be so business oriented yet warm and extremely likable. Rush Recruiting is VERY adept at finding the right fit for your company - no one better out there.

I'm applying for jobs in Portland right now. I wanted to get a little help in my search. Someone…read morerecommended Rush Mentoring Services to me, and I am so glad I went to meet Lori Rush. The first thing I noticed when I went to visit was how welcomed I felt. The receptionist was warm and friendly and offered me something to drink. Before I even met Lori, it was clear that my presence in the office was welcome, and I felt like an honored guest. My meeting with Lori was highly beneficial with valuable information and lively interaction. My primary goal was to get help with my resume, which I had sent to her in advance. Lori had already looked over it and had several great ideas right off the bat. I thought my resume looked pretty good, but her experience in the field allowed her to pinpoint ways for me to make my resume even more powerful and concise. In addition to our meeting, she was available later via email to look over the changes I made to my resume. Perhaps the most special part of the meeting was how Lori "got me" and why I do my work. She heard my heart and even got teary-eyed as I talked about my passions! In a time when I was feeling a little uncertain about myself, it was so empowering to receive Lori's words as a mirror for me. I left her office feeling really good about myself, and armed with great tools to assist my job search. Lori Rush really knows her stuff.

Madeline with Sales First recruiting went above and beyond to help me learn about a great new…read morecareer Opportunity that was appropriate for my experience level and was great about coaching me through the process of interview. Recommend her and her company to anyone, 10/10. Absolutely enjoyed working with her.

I want to thank Anna for all of her help, I had a great experience! This was my first time working…read morewith a recruiter. She was so professional and kind! She easily found a position that was exactly what I needed, and was very informative throughout the entire process by always keeping me updated, following up after the interviews and answering any questions I had. I felt that she truly went above and beyond to ensure my success by consistently providing me with advice, insight and the resources I needed before every step of the way. She was also able to schedule everything within my tight schedule, which I am so thankful for!

The folks at Employers Overload are the only adults in the staffing business in Longview. Their…read moreintention is to make the best match, not to fill their rolodex with lots of names. They treat their employees like adults; they communicate promptly, honestly and without games; they TRUST their employees and put their effort into building successful relationships. Other agencies in town may hold "job fairs" (which are just trolling exercises intended to collect names, not place workers). They may schmooze employers to buy business away from competitors (I have seen this happen). The other agencies in town COMBINED don't have the ethical foundation EO has. My observations are based on a successful working relationship with EO since the early 2000s as a candidate for work. They have placed me in responsible, well-paid positions that fit my skills and needs. I'm also influenced by my own years of experience as a hiring manager and staffing coordinator. Sherry Bean and the EO staff demonstrate all of the traits and practices that I appreciate in her field.

The girls here are so nice and understanding. They found me a job on the first day after doing…read morepaperwork.

Worksource in Olympia is an Amazing source if you need help getting on your feet! They help with…read morejob searching, all with a start of your resume! They want to help as much as they can to as many people as they can! Definitely recommend coming here if you need help; two weeks in and I was already employed and on my feet feeling 100 times more confident then I was walking in!

Although there are issues with their service, this is an amazing place. You can get FREE help with…read moreyour resume, with job search, interviewing skills, and more. There are computers to use for all of these things, again for free. They have free workshops on these subjects, or you can just go in and get help. They also have job listings that are NOT on Craig's list or other places. High recommend!!

I worked with Katrina and once I was hired I rarely heard from her. I reached out and ONLY received…read morea response when I followed up with a "?". If you're looking for work in nonprofit don't talk to Katrina. Ashley (the boss) was very kind, accommodating, and helpful. I was angry with the situation and she was still patient with me.

Rachel and Michael at Express Employment Professionals have already gone above and beyond with my…read moreinitial processing. Professionalism and integrity are the main characteristics I've encountered as a new client. If you're looking for honest feedback and constructive engagement, this agency delivers on both. Planning a career move is difficult enough without having to worry about the accuracy of information an agency gives their clients. I respect and appreciate the commitment that Express Employment has shown in all their communications with me.