One of the most confusing aspects of contract staffing for some recruiters is determining the rates, particularly the bill rate that they will charge to the client company. But determining contract bill rates is not as difficult as recruiters may…

A government document on the proper use of  background checks is a must-read for any recruiter who runs contractor background checks. The Equal  Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) co-published a technical assistance document for employers…

As predicted, the available H-1B visa cap for Fiscal Year 2015 was met quickly.  U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced on Monday that it had received a sufficient number of H-1B petitions, just six days after the petition season opened. With…

Per diem is often an important negotiating factor that can make or break whether a candidate accepts a contract assignment.  It is important, however, that recruiters use this allowance with caution and follow the rules set by the Internal Revenue…

A recent presidential decree presents future implications for employers and for recruiters who place contractors. President Obama has issued a memorandum directing the Department of Labor (DOL) to update the regulations surrounding who can legally be considered exempt from overtime….

After a record-breaking 2013, contract staffing continues to break records as employers build their businesses around blended workforce models. According to Bingham Consulting Professional’s Monthly Employment Review for February, “temporary help services”  added 24,000 jobs, reaching an all-time high of…