FAQ's

Do staffing firms charge employees a fee for temporary assignments?

No

What kinds of services do staffing companies provide?

Services include temporary help, permanent placement, temp-to-hire placement, long-term, managed services (often called "outsourcing"), and payrolling.

How many companies use staffing services?

90% of companies use temporary services.

What is the reason for the industry growth?

The American workforce is changing, people are looking for the flexibility that temporary work provides. Companies are using the flexible labor market to be fully staffed during peak times.

How long do people hold temporary jobs?

Some specific jobs might last a few hours, others a few days, most last from three to five months.

What kind of pay do temporary employees receive?

An average wage for a temporary employee is $10 per hour.

Who pays me?

Community Staffing is your employer for all assignments. All paychecks will be distributed by Community Staffing branch offices.

When do I get paid?

Paychecks are available after 8:30 a.m. on Friday following the week that you worked.

How do I get paid?

Wages are paid by check to employees on Friday.

Who do I give my time card to?

Timecards are to be turned into the Community Staffing office no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday morning following the week you worked. Some companies my have you turn your timecard into your supervisor and they will get the timecards to Community Staffing.

Who signs the timecards?

You must sign your timecard and your supervisor.

Who do I call if I cannot make it to an assignment?

Community Staffing has a 24 hour voicemail please call as soon as you know you cannot make it.

How long until I can become a regular employee of the client company?

Community Staffing requires a minimum of 480 hours worked before a client takes an employee on for hire. Some clients may have different requirements so it is always recommended that you check with your local branch of Community Staffing.