Why Choose Scion

Scion Staffing is an award-winning full-service executive search firm and Portland staffing agency that provides clients with extraordinary talent for hire.

Award-Winning Staffing Agency: Exceptional Talent, Exceptional Service

Recognized by the Business Times as a leading Portland staffing firm and honored in the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America, Scion Staffing has built a reputation for delivering unparalleled talent solutions in the Portland metro area and beyond.

At Scion, we are dedicated to providing outstanding hiring solutions that seamlessly align with your unique business needs and workplace culture. Whether you’re seeking temporary, direct-hire, or executive talent, our expert recruiters are here to connect you with top-tier candidates efficiently and strategically.

Rooted in strong relationships with businesses, organizations, and professionals, we offer our clients unmatched access to talent. Our network includes over 16,000,000 candidates nationwide and a private, fully vetted talent pool of over 750,000 professionals—continuously expanding to meet evolving hiring demands.

Our specialized staffing divisions serve six key areas: Corporate, Nonprofit, Information Technology (IT), Creative, Medical/Healthcare, and Executive Search. Within each, our experienced recruiters place professionals across diverse departments, including administration, finance, operations, IT, marketing, HR, sales, engineering, healthcare, nonprofit specialties, and executive leadership. From entry-level to C-suite, we match exceptional talent to the perfect opportunity.

Experience award-winning staffing solutions with Scion—your trusted partner in hiring success.

  • “Scion’s associate has definitely been a great addition to the team. He is very attentive and is picking up the process very quickly. We are very grateful to have him here!”

    Gary Lugtu, Accounting Manager, Phacil, Inc.

  • "The great thing about Scion is that everyone there has got character. These are legitimately good people, and they know staffing. There's nothing worse than giving your resume to some cubicle zombie whose life revolves around the toner level of the copy machine. You pour your life into that damned resume and you want to hand it over to someone who matters in some way, right? Well, Scion's the place. "

    Erik Newton, HEATH-NEWTON, LLP

  • “I was particularly grateful for [Scion Staffing’s] responsiveness to all of my requests and questions given our timeframe…and great customer service – almost always responding to my emails within a couple hours if not less. [They also] did a great job of listening to my concerns and feedback and responding with understanding before either providing appropriate reassurance and/or taking prompt action.”

    Programming Professional at Environmental Nonprofit

  • “… by far the best temp placement representative we have had the opportunity to work with. [Scion Staffing] plays an active role in matching our culture with a temp new hire. All of our employees have been extremely pleased with the caliber of candidates…” -

    Management Professional in Mid-Size Architecture Firm

  • “I would give [Scion Staffing] my highest recommendation…knowledgeable, responsive, easy to work with, and provides excellent service…always sent us well qualified individuals.” -

    Executive at Commercial Construction Firm

  • “The folks that [Scion Staffing] sends are always top notch even with the shortest of notice…responsive, attentive to detail, and provides a great service.”

    Technical/Engineering Professional

  • “…by far the best agency recruiter / account manager I've ever worked with (and I've worked with a lot them).”

    HR Director in the Technology Sector

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What makes Scion Staffing's national network and local expertise a key advantage?

We provide the vast candidate pool and advanced resources of a top-tier national staffing agency, combined with the insider market knowledge and personalized service of a Portland-based firm. This dual advantage ensures we find better talent, faster, whether they are local to Oregon or need national sourcing.

How does Scion Staffing ensure candidate quality and retention rates for its clients?

We utilize a thorough vetting methodology that includes competency testing, in-depth behavioral interviews, and verified reference checks. This rigorous process is proven to deliver a higher-than-industry-average retention rate by focusing on both skill match and crucial cultural fit.

Does Scion Staffing have expertise in placing professionals in the Nonprofit sector?

Yes, we are highly specialized in Nonprofit staffing. We understand the unique mission-based needs and compensation structures of nonprofit organizations, and we staff all roles from Executive Directors and Development Managers to essential program and administrative support staff.

How does Scion Staffing utilize technology and data to improve the hiring process?

We leverage data-driven search tools and market analytics to rapidly map the talent market, predict candidate success, and match skills more precisely than traditional methods. This use of technology drastically reduces time-to-hire and ensures superior fit by working smarter, not just harder.

What industries does Scion Staffing not service in the Portland area?

While we are highly specialized in Technology, Corporate Operations, Finance, and Nonprofit sectors, we generally do not staff roles in highly specific, labor-intensive sectors such as manufacturing assembly lines, heavy industrial construction, or other blue-collar job roles.

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