Salisbury/Eastern Shore location
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Professional Staffing Services for Salisbury & Maryland's Eastern Shore
Dive Staffing Services provides comprehensive employment agency solutions across Salisbury and Maryland’s Eastern Shore region. Our quality staffing services connect job seekers with leading employers throughout Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, and Dorchester Counties. From Ocean City’s vibrant hospitality sector to the Eastern Shore’s robust manufacturing base, we deliver reliable staffing services that meet the unique needs of this coastal region.
As a trusted employment agency serving Salisbury and the broader Eastern Shore, we understand the distinct challenges of this market—seasonal fluctuations in hospitality, poultry processing demands, agricultural cycles, and the growing tourism economy. Our recruiting network provides flexible staffing solutions that adapt to these dynamic employment needs.
Contact Us:
- Phone: (410) 777-9409
- Email: info@divestaffing.com
- Baltimore Office: 3701 Old Court Road, Suite 5B, Baltimore, MD 21208
- Serving: Salisbury, Ocean City, Cambridge, Pocomoke City, Princess Anne, Berlin, Snow Hill, Crisfield, Fruitland, and all Eastern Shore communities
Our Staffing Services in Salisbury & Eastern Shore
Our temporary staffing solutions address the Eastern Shore's unique seasonal employment patterns. Whether you need additional staff for Ocean City's summer tourism rush, poultry processing surge periods, or agricultural harvests, our employment agency delivers qualified temporary employees on short notice.
Salisbury Temporary Staffing Includes:
Manufacturing Temporary Staff:
- Poultry processing line workers (Perdue Farms, Tyson Foods, Mountaire Farms)
- Food production employees (processing, packaging, quality control)
- Warehouse associates (receiving, picking, packing, shipping)
- Machine operators (production equipment, packaging machinery)
- Quality control inspectors
- Forklift operators (certified and trained)
- General laborers for manufacturing facilities
Hospitality Temporary Positions:
- Hotel front desk and housekeeping (Ocean City, Berlin, Salisbury)
- Restaurant servers, bartenders, kitchen staff
- Resort and beach club employees
- Event staff for conventions and beach events
- Seasonal workers for summer tourism
- Golf course and country club staff
- Catering and banquet personnel
Warehouse & Logistics Temporary Roles:
- Distribution center associates
- Inventory specialists
- Shipping and receiving clerks
- Dock workers and material handlers
- Order pickers and packers
- Logistics coordinators
Administrative Temporary Support:
- Receptionists and front desk coordinators
- Data entry specialists
- Office assistants and clerks
- Customer service representatives
- Administrative coordinators
- Billing and invoicing support
Why Salisbury Businesses Choose Our Temporary Staffing:
- Fast Placement: 24-48 hour staffing for urgent needs
- Seasonal Flexibility: Scale up for summer tourism, harvest seasons, holiday periods
- Pre-Screened Candidates: Background checks, skills assessment, reference verification
- Industry Experience: Workers familiar with poultry processing, hospitality, warehouse operations
- Reliable Attendance: Backup workers available when needed
- Competitive Rates: Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Local Knowledge: Understanding of Eastern Shore employment market and workforce
Our temp-to-hire staffing services provide Salisbury and Eastern Shore employers with a risk-free method to evaluate permanent employees before making long-term commitments. This recruitment partnership approach is particularly valuable in the region's manufacturing and hospitality sectors where cultural fit and work ethic are critical.
How Temp-to-Hire Works in Salisbury:
Phase 1: Temporary Evaluation Period (60-90 Days)
- Employee works on temporary basis through our employment agency
- Employer evaluates job performance, attendance, cultural fit
- We handle all payroll, benefits, workers' compensation
- No long-term obligation from employer
- Flexibility to extend evaluation period if needed
Phase 2: Direct Hire Conversion
- Employer decides to hire employee permanently
- Simple conversion process with minimal paperwork
- Conversion fee based on employee's salary
- Employee transitions to employer's payroll and benefits
- We provide ongoing support during transition
Eastern Shore Temp-to-Hire Success Rate: 68% of temp-to-hire placements convert to permanent employees, demonstrating the effectiveness of this staffing model for our region.
Industries Using Temp-to-Hire in Salisbury:
Food Processing & Manufacturing:
- Production supervisors and team leads
- Quality assurance technicians
- Maintenance technicians
- Warehouse managers and logistics coordinators
- Skilled machine operators
- Safety coordinators and compliance specialists
Hospitality & Tourism:
- Hotel managers and assistant managers
- Restaurant managers and head chefs
- Event coordinators and sales managers
- Front office supervisors
- Guest services managers
- Resort operations staff
Skilled Trades:
- Electricians and HVAC technicians
- Maintenance mechanics
- Facilities managers
- Equipment operators
- Construction tradespeople
Administrative & Professional:
- Office managers and administrative supervisors
- Accounting and bookkeeping staff
- Human resources coordinators
- Marketing and sales professionals
- Customer service managers
Temp-to-Hire Benefits for Salisbury Employers:
- Reduce Hiring Risk: Evaluate employees before permanent commitment
- Lower Turnover: 40% reduction in first-year turnover vs. direct hire
- Cultural Fit Assessment: Ensure personality and values align with company
- Skills Verification: Confirm technical abilities and work quality
- Cost-Effective: Lower total cost than failed direct hire
- Faster Hiring: Start evaluating candidates within days, not weeks
- Flexibility: Extend evaluation period or convert early based on performance
Our direct hire staffing services connect Salisbury and Eastern Shore employers with permanent employees for critical roles requiring specialized skills and long-term commitment. As a full-service employment agency, we conduct comprehensive talent acquisition to identify candidates who will thrive in the Eastern Shore's unique work environment.
Direct Hire Recruitment Process:
Step 1: Position Analysis & Strategy
- In-depth consultation with hiring manager
- Develop detailed job description and requirements
- Define ideal candidate profile and qualifications
- Establish salary range competitive with Eastern Shore market
- Create recruitment timeline and milestones
- Discuss company culture and work environment
Step 2: Candidate Search & Sourcing
- Tap into our Eastern Shore recruiting network
- Active recruitment from industry competitors
- Leverage job boards, professional networks, referrals
- Search regional and national candidate databases
- Target passive candidates open to relocation
- Utilize social media and professional platforms
Step 3: Screening & Assessment
- Review resumes and applications
- Conduct initial phone screenings
- Verify employment history and references
- Assess technical skills and qualifications
- Evaluate cultural fit and personality traits
- Conduct behavioral interviews
- Administer industry-specific assessments
Step 4: Client Presentation
- Present 3-5 top qualified candidates
- Provide detailed candidate summaries and assessments
- Coordinate interview schedules
- Prepare candidates for client interviews
- Provide interview feedback and guidance
Step 5: Offer & Onboarding Support
- Assist with offer negotiation and acceptance
- Facilitate background checks and drug screening
- Support pre-employment paperwork
- Provide onboarding guidance
- Follow up at 30, 60, 90 days post-hire
Direct Hire Positions in Salisbury & Eastern Shore:
Manufacturing & Food Processing Leadership:
- Plant managers and operations directors ($85,000-$140,000)
- Production managers and shift supervisors ($65,000-$95,000)
- Quality assurance managers ($70,000-$110,000)
- Maintenance managers and engineers ($75,000-$120,000)
- Safety directors and environmental compliance managers ($70,000-$105,000)
- Supply chain and logistics managers ($70,000-$115,000)
Hospitality & Tourism Management:
- General managers (hotels, resorts, restaurants) ($60,000-$110,000)
- Director of operations (hospitality) ($75,000-$125,000)
- Food and beverage directors ($55,000-$90,000)
- Sales and marketing directors ($60,000-$100,000)
- Revenue managers ($65,000-$95,000)
- Regional managers overseeing multiple properties ($80,000-$135,000)
Professional & Administrative:
- Controllers and finance directors ($75,000-$130,000)
- Human resources directors ($65,000-$105,000)
- IT managers and systems administrators ($70,000-$110,000)
- Marketing directors and communication managers ($60,000-$95,000)
- Business development managers ($65,000-$105,000 + commission)
- Operations managers ($60,000-$95,000)
Healthcare Administration (Non-Clinical):
- Practice managers for physician offices ($55,000-$85,000)
- Medical billing managers ($50,000-$75,000)
- Healthcare administrators ($60,000-$95,000)
- Medical office supervisors ($45,000-$70,000)
Direct Hire Success Metrics:
- Average Time-to-Fill: 25-35 days for professional roles
- Candidate Retention: 92% still employed after 1 year
- Placement Guarantee: 90-day performance guarantee
Client Satisfaction: 96% would recommend our direct hire staffing services
Our recruitment consulting services provide Salisbury and Eastern Shore employers with strategic staffing solutions that go beyond individual placements. We serve as an extension of your HR team, offering comprehensive talent acquisition support tailored to the Eastern Shore market.
Recruitment Consulting Services:
Workforce Planning & Strategy:
- Analyze current and future staffing needs
- Develop recruitment strategies for seasonal fluctuations
- Create talent pipelines for high-turnover positions
- Identify skills gaps and training opportunities
- Benchmark compensation against Eastern Shore market
- Advise on employment trends and workforce availability
Employer Branding & Attraction:
- Develop compelling job descriptions that attract quality candidates
- Optimize job postings for maximum visibility
- Leverage social media and digital platforms
- Highlight unique benefits of working on Eastern Shore
- Create recruitment marketing materials
- Advise on competitive compensation and benefits packages
Recruitment Process Optimization:
- Streamline hiring workflows for faster time-to-fill
- Implement applicant tracking and candidate management systems
- Develop interview guides and assessment tools
- Train hiring managers on effective interviewing techniques
- Establish consistent evaluation criteria
- Create onboarding programs to improve retention
High-Volume Recruitment Support:
- Manage large-scale hiring events and job fairs
- Coordinate seasonal staffing surges (tourism, processing, agriculture)
- Provide on-site recruitment services
- Pre-screen and assess hundreds of candidates quickly
- Conduct background checks and drug screening in bulk
- Facilitate new hire orientations
Market Intelligence & Data:
- Provide Eastern Shore salary surveys and compensation data
- Share employment trends and labor market analytics
- Benchmark your company against regional competitors
- Advise on retention strategies based on local market conditions
- Monitor unemployment rates and workforce availability
- Track industry-specific hiring patterns
Industries We Partner With:
Food Processing & Manufacturing:
- Poultry processing facilities (Perdue Farms, Tyson Foods, Mountaire Farms)
- Seafood processing plants (crab, oyster, fish)
- Agricultural processing and packing
- Food manufacturing and distribution
- Beverage production facilities
Hospitality & Tourism:
- Ocean City hotels, resorts, and beach clubs
- Restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues
- Golf courses and country clubs
- Event venues and convention centers
- Retail stores and shopping centers
- Amusement parks and attractions
Logistics & Warehousing:
- Distribution centers serving Delmarva Peninsula
- Third-party logistics (3PL) providers
- Cold storage and refrigerated warehousing
- Transportation and trucking companies
- E-commerce fulfillment centers
Retail & Consumer Services:
- National retail chains with Eastern Shore locations
- Local and regional retail businesses
- Banks and credit unions
- Insurance agencies and financial services
- Automotive dealerships and service centers
Recruitment Consulting Benefits:
- Reduced Hiring Costs: 30-40% lower cost per hire than traditional methods
- Faster Time-to-Fill: Fill positions 50% faster with our recruiting network
- Access to Passive Candidates: Reach qualified candidates not actively job seeking
- Scalability: Quickly ramp up or down based on business needs
- Local Expertise: Deep understanding of Eastern Shore workforce and employment trends
Risk Mitigation: Reduce bad hires through comprehensive screening
Industries We Serve in Salisbury & Eastern Shore
The Eastern Shore's economy is anchored by food processing and manufacturing, particularly poultry production. Our employment agency specializes in staffing for this critical industry.
Food Processing & Poultry:
- Major Employers: Perdue Farms (Salisbury corporate headquarters), Tyson Foods, Mountaire Farms, Allen Harim
- Positions: Production line workers, quality control inspectors, maintenance technicians, supervisors, plant managers
- Specialties: Poultry processing, seafood processing (crab picking, oyster shucking), agricultural products
- Pay Range: $14-$22/hour (production), $50,000-$95,000 (supervisory/management)
- Volume Hiring: Capable of staffing 50-200+ employees for processing facility expansions
General Manufacturing:
- Electronics assembly and precision manufacturing
- Plastics and injection molding
- Metal fabrication and machining
- Packaging and contract manufacturing
- Equipment maintenance and skilled trades
Why Choose Our Manufacturing Staffing:
- Industry-specific candidate screening (safety awareness, production experience)
- Understanding of USDA, OSHA, and food safety regulations
- Bilingual recruiting capabilities (English/Spanish)
- Rapid staffing for production line expansion
- Attendance and reliability focus (critical for production schedules)
Warehouse & Logistics Staffing
Salisbury's strategic location on the Delmarva Peninsula makes it a distribution hub. Our staffing services support the region's growing logistics sector.
Warehouse Positions:
- Distribution Centers: Walmart, Amazon, Tractor Supply, regional distributors
- Roles: Warehouse associates, forklift operators, inventory specialists, shipping/receiving clerks, warehouse supervisors
- Certifications: Forklift certification training available through our network
- Pay Range: $14-$20/hour (hourly), $45,000-$75,000 (supervisory)
- Shift Coverage: 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts plus weekend coverage
Logistics & Transportation:
- Truck drivers (CDL Class A/B)
- Dispatcher and logistics coordinators
- Route managers and transportation supervisors
- Yard management and dock workers
Ocean City and the Eastern Shore's tourism industry creates massive seasonal staffing demands. Our employment agency excels at hospitality recruitment.
Seasonal Hospitality Staffing:
- Peak Season: Memorial Day through Labor Day (May-September)
- Volume: 200-500+ seasonal positions annually
- Locations: Ocean City, Berlin, Salisbury, Cambridge, Crisfield
- Positions: Hotel staff, restaurant workers, retail associates, lifeguards, amusement park employees
- Housing Support: Connect workers with seasonal housing options
Hotel & Resort Staffing:
- Front desk and guest services
- Housekeeping and room attendants
- Maintenance and facilities staff
- Concierge and bell services
- Night audit and security
- Management and supervisory roles
Restaurant & Bar Staffing:
- Servers, bartenders, hosts/hostesses
- Line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers
- Kitchen managers and head chefs
- Bar managers and beverage directors
- Catering staff for events and weddings
Event & Entertainment Staffing:
- Convention center staff
- Event coordinators and planners
- Golf course and country club employees
- Boardwalk and amusement workers
- Beach club and pool staff
Hospitality Staffing Benefits:
- Year-round recruitment for seasonal positions
- J-1 visa worker program experience
- Local workforce development partnerships
- Rapid onboarding for immediate starts
- Flexible scheduling to match tourism demand
Professional services and government agencies across the Eastern Shore require quality administrative support.
Office & Administrative Positions:
- Locations: Salisbury (Wicomico County seat), Cambridge, Snow Hill, Princess Anne
- Employers: County governments, school systems, healthcare providers, professional services, corporate offices
- Roles: Receptionists, administrative assistants, data entry clerks, customer service representatives, office managers
- Pay Range: $14-$22/hour (entry-level), $45,000-$70,000 (management)
Professional Services Support:
- Legal assistants and paralegals
- Accounting clerks and bookkeepers
- Human resources coordinators
- Marketing and communications assistants
- Executive assistants and administrative managers
Government & Public Sector:
- County and municipal administrative staff
- School district support positions
- Court and legal system support
- Parks and recreation administration
While smaller than urban markets, the Eastern Shore has growing technology needs, particularly in healthcare IT, manufacturing automation, and business technology.
Technology Positions:
- IT support specialists and help desk
- Network administrators and systems engineers
- Database administrators
- Cybersecurity specialists
- Business intelligence and data analysts
- Software developers and programmers
Industry-Specific IT:
- Healthcare IT (electronic health records, practice management systems)
- Manufacturing automation and control systems
- Hospitality property management systems
- Point-of-sale and retail technology
- Agricultural technology and precision farming systems
Pay Range: $50,000-$95,000 depending on experience and specialization
Salisbury & Eastern Shore Communities We Serve
Wicomico County:
- Salisbury (county seat, economic hub)
- Fruitland
- Delmar
- Willards
- Mardela Springs
- Pittsville
Worcester County:
- Ocean City (resort destination)
- Berlin
- Pocomoke City
- Snow Hill (county seat)
- West Ocean City
Somerset County:
- Princess Anne (county seat)
- Crisfield
- Marion Station
- Deal Island
Dorchester County:
- Cambridge (county seat)
- Hurlock
- Vienna
- Secretary
- East New Market
Drive Times from Salisbury:
- Ocean City: 30 minutes
- Cambridge: 35 minutes
- Pocomoke City: 25 minutes
- Princess Anne: 20 minutes
- Berlin: 20 minutes
- Easton: 50 minutes
- Wilmington, DE: 2 hours
- Baltimore: 2 hours 15 minutes
Why Choose Dive Staffing for Salisbury & Eastern Shore Employment
Local Market Knowledge
Our recruiting network understands the unique characteristics of the Eastern Shore employment market:
- Seasonal Employment Cycles: Tourism peaks, agricultural harvests, poultry processing surge periods
- Workforce Demographics: Mix of year-round residents and seasonal workers
- Transportation Challenges: Limited public transit; personal vehicle often required
- Housing Considerations: Seasonal worker housing needs in Ocean City
- Wage Expectations: Cost of living lower than Baltimore/DC metro but competitive within region
- Cultural Fit: Family-oriented, community-focused work environment
- Industry Concentration: Heavy concentration in food processing, hospitality, healthcare, retail
Quality Staffing Process
For Employers:
- Consultation: Understand your staffing needs, company culture, budget
- Candidate Sourcing: Tap our Eastern Shore recruiting network and databases
- Comprehensive Screening: Background checks, skills assessment, reference verification, drug screening
- Presentation: Provide qualified, pre-screened candidates ready to interview
- Support: Assist with interviews, offer negotiation, onboarding
- Follow-Up: Check in at 30, 60, 90 days to ensure success
For Job Seekers:
- Registration: Complete application and provide resume
- Interview: Meet with recruiter to discuss skills, goals, preferences
- Skills Assessment: Evaluate technical abilities and workplace competencies
- Job Matching: Connect you with opportunities matching your qualifications
- Interview Prep: Prepare you for employer interviews
- Placement: Support you through hiring process and first days on job
Competitive Advantages
Speed:
- Temporary positions filled within 24-48 hours
- Temp-to-hire placements within 3-7 days
- Direct hire searches completed in 25-35 days
Quality:
- 96% client satisfaction rating
- 92% one-year retention rate for direct hire placements
- 68% temp-to-hire conversion rate
Service:
- Dedicated account manager for each client
- 24/7 emergency staffing support
- Responsive communication (calls returned within 2 hours)
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Network:
- 1,500+ active job seekers in Eastern Shore database
- Partnerships with Wor-Wic Community College and Salisbury University
- Relationships with major employers throughout region
- Industry connections in manufacturing, hospitality, logistics
Eastern Shore Salary & Wage Guide
Understanding competitive compensation is critical for attracting and retaining talent. Here’s our current salary data for Salisbury and the Eastern Shore:
Manufacturing & Food Processing:
- Production Workers: $14-$18/hour
- Quality Control Inspectors: $16-$22/hour
- Maintenance Technicians: $22-$32/hour
- Production Supervisors: $50,000-$70,000/year
- Plant Managers: $85,000-$140,000/year
Warehouse & Logistics:
- Warehouse Associates: $14-$18/hour
- Forklift Operators: $16-$20/hour
- Shipping/Receiving Clerks: $15-$19/hour
- Warehouse Supervisors: $45,000-$65,000/year
- Warehouse Managers: $60,000-$85,000/year
Hospitality & Tourism:
- Servers/Bartenders: $12-$15/hour + tips
- Hotel Front Desk: $13-$17/hour
- Housekeeping: $13-$16/hour
- Line Cooks: $15-$20/hour
- Restaurant Managers: $40,000-$65,000/year
- Hotel General Managers: $60,000-$110,000/year
Administrative & Office:
- Receptionists: $14-$18/hour
- Administrative Assistants: $16-$22/hour
- Office Managers: $45,000-$65,000/year
- Executive Assistants: $50,000-$75,000/year
IT & Technology:
- Help Desk Support: $40,000-$55,000/year
- Network Administrators: $55,000-$80,000/year
- Systems Engineers: $70,000-$100,000/year
- IT Managers: $80,000-$115,000/year
Note: Salaries are 10-20% lower than Baltimore metro area but cost of living is also significantly lower. Ocean City hospitality positions often pay 15-20% premiums during peak season.
Contact Dive Staffing Services - Serving Salisbury & Eastern Shore
Ready to solve your staffing challenges? Our employment agency is ready to connect you with quality talent across Salisbury and Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
Main Office:
- Address: 3701 Old Court Road, Suite 5B, Baltimore, MD 21208
- Phone: (410) 777-9409
- Email: info@divestaffing.com
- Website: https://www.divestaffing.com/
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Serving Eastern Shore Communities:
- Salisbury, Fruitland, Delmar (Wicomico County)
- Ocean City, Berlin, Pocomoke City, Snow Hill (Worcester County)
- Princess Anne, Crisfield (Somerset County)
- Cambridge, Hurlock (Dorchester County)
- All Delmarva Peninsula communities
Connect With Us:
- Request a Quote: Complete our online form for custom proposal
- Browse Jobs: Visit our website to view current openings
- Submit Resume: Email info@divestaffing.com to be considered for opportunities
- Schedule Consultation: Call to discuss your staffing strategy
- Other Locations
Columbia
Rockville
Annapolis
Frederick
Silver Spring & Takoma Park
Hagerstown
Baltimore
Frequently Asked Questions - Salisbury Staffing Services
We can typically fill temporary positions within 24-48 hours for most roles. For high-volume needs (10+ employees), we provide 3-5 days notice to ensure we deliver quality staffing. During peak seasons (Ocean City summer rush, holiday retail), we recommend 1-2 weeks notice for large staffing requests.
Our employment agency maintains a database of 1,500+ active job seekers across the Eastern Shore, allowing us to respond quickly to urgent staffing needs.
Yes! Seasonal hospitality staffing is one of our specialties. We begin recruiting for Ocean City's summer season in February-March and can provide:
- Hotel and resort staff (front desk, housekeeping, maintenance)
- Restaurant workers (servers, bartenders, kitchen staff)
- Retail associates for boardwalk and beach stores
- Amusement park and entertainment venue employees
- Event staff for weddings and conventions
- Lifeguards and beach patrol (when certified)
We understand Ocean City's unique seasonal housing challenges and can connect workers with housing resources.
Yes, our recruiting network includes significant bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities. Many food processing and poultry facilities on the Eastern Shore have bilingual workforce needs, and we maintain relationships with Hispanic community organizations to source qualified candidates.
We can provide:
- Bilingual production workers and quality control staff
- Bilingual supervisors and team leads
- Translation support for job descriptions and onboarding materials
- Cultural competency guidance for employers
We have extensive experience staffing for the poultry processing industry, which is central to the Eastern Shore economy. We understand:
- USDA food safety regulations and compliance requirements
- Production line demands and high-volume hiring needs
- Shift work challenges (1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts)
- Physical job requirements and safety protocols
- High-turnover environment and need for continuous recruitment
- Bilingual workforce management
Our quality staffing process includes assessments specific to food processing: safety awareness, physical ability evaluations, attendance reliability, and willingness to work in cold/wet environments.
All candidates go through comprehensive screening before placement:
Background Checks:
- Criminal history check (county, state, federal)
- Employment history verification
- Reference checks (minimum 2 professional references)
- Education verification when relevant
- Motor vehicle records for driving positions
Drug Screening:
- 10-panel drug screen at certified laboratories
- Pre-employment screening for all placements
- Random testing available for temp employees when requested
- Immediate testing available for reasonable suspicion incidents
We work with local testing facilities in Salisbury to minimize delays. Most results are available within 24-48 hours.
Our pricing is transparent and competitive with other employment agencies serving the Eastern Shore:
Temporary Staffing:
- Hourly markup of 40-60% above employee wage (covers our costs, payroll taxes, workers' comp, benefits)
- Volume discounts available for large accounts
- No placement fees—you pay only for hours worked
Temp-to-Hire:
- Same hourly markup during temporary period
- Conversion fee: 15-20% of employee's first-year salary when converting to permanent
- Longer evaluation periods = lower conversion fees
Direct Hire:
- Placement fee: 20-25% of first-year salary for professional roles
- Guaranteed period: If employee leaves within 90 days, we replace at no charge
- Volume discounts for multiple placements
We provide detailed quotes based on your specific needs. No hidden fees—ever.
Yes, we can provide temporary staffing for agricultural operations across the Eastern Shore. This includes:
- Harvest workers for vegetable farms
- Poultry farm laborers
- Nursery and greenhouse workers
- Packing and sorting staff
- Equipment operators
- Farm management and supervisory roles
We understand seasonal agricultural cycles and can scale staffing up or down as crops and livestock production demands change. We also navigate H-2A visa program requirements when domestic workers are unavailable.
Yes, we have recruitment partnerships with both institutions:
Wor-Wic Community College:
- Access to career services job board
- Participation in career fairs
- Pipeline for skilled trades programs (HVAC, welding, automotive)
- Connections with culinary and hospitality programs
Salisbury University:
- Entry-level professional position recruitment
- Internship-to-hire programs
- Partnership with Perdue School of Business
- Access to graduating seniors seeking permanent employment
These partnerships help us source quality candidates with relevant education and training for Eastern Shore employers.
Local Focus: We concentrate on the Eastern Shore and understand this market deeply—seasonal cycles, major employers, workforce demographics, wage expectations. National agencies often lack this local knowledge.
Personalized Service: You work with a dedicated account manager who knows your business. You're not just an account number. We're accessible and responsive—calls returned within 2 hours.
Flexibility: We adapt to your needs. Need 50 warehouse workers in 3 days? We mobilize. Seasonal surge in Ocean City? We've been preparing since February. Last-minute call-outs? We provide backup coverage.
Quality Focus: We don't just fill positions—we deliver quality staffing that reduces turnover and improves performance. Our screening process is thorough, and our placement guarantees demonstrate our confidence.
Community Investment: We're committed to the Eastern Shore long-term. We support local workforce development, participate in community events, and invest in the region's economic growth.
Getting started is simple:
For Employers:
- Call or Email: (410) 777-9409 or info@divestaffing.com
- Initial Consultation: 20-30 minute discussion of your staffing needs (can be phone or in-person)
- Proposal: We provide a detailed proposal with timeline and pricing
- Agreement: Sign simple service agreement
- Start Staffing: We begin sourcing candidates immediately
For Job Seekers:
- Apply Online: Visit www.divestaffing.com to browse open positions
- Submit Resume: Email to info@divestaffing.com or bring to our Baltimore office
- Phone Screen: Brief call to discuss your background and goals
- Registration: Complete application and skills assessment
- Job Matching: We match you with opportunities and coordinate interviews
No fees for job seekers—ever. Our services are completely free for candidates.
Service Areas & Industries Summary
Primary Service Area: Salisbury metropolitan area and Maryland’s Eastern Shore (Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, Dorchester Counties)
Industries Served:
- Food Processing & Poultry Manufacturing
- Warehouse & Logistics
- Hospitality & Tourism (especially Ocean City)
- Administrative & Office Services
- Retail & Consumer Services
- IT & Technology
- Agriculture & Farming
- Construction & Skilled Trades
Employment Solutions:
- Temporary Staffing (hourly, daily, weekly, seasonal)
- Temp-to-Hire Solutions (60-90 day evaluation)
- Direct Hire Staffing Services (permanent placement)
- Recruitment Consulting (strategic talent acquisition partnership)
Contact:
(410) 777-9409 | info@divestaffing.com
