Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Employment Partner in Fargo/Moorhead
Preference Employment Solutions has been a trusted staffing and workforce solutions provider in the Fargo/Moorhead area for over 35 years. Founded in 1987, we specialize in connecting talented professionals with leading companies while offering comprehensive HR and payroll services. Our team-driven approach prioritizes understanding both candidate aspirations and employer needs, ensuring culturally aligned placements. As an employee-owned organization, we emphasize integrity, personalized service, and long-term relationships. Our expertise spans administrative, industrial, and professional staffing, with flexible solutions including temporary, contract, and direct-hire options.We maintain rigorous candidate screening processes and industry-specific knowledge to deliver qualified talent efficiently. Our payroll services simplify HR tasks, ensuring compliance with tax withholdings, workers' compensation, and reporting requirements. With a focus on community impact, we empower both job seekers and businesses to achieve sustained success through strategic partnerships.
Services
Staffing and Recruiting
Professional Search
HR and Payroll
Administrative Staffing
Industrial Staffing
Workforce Solutions
Payroll Management
Temporary Staffing
Direct Hire
Project-Based Staffing
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of localized staffing expertise in Fargo/Moorhead
- Employee-owned structure ensuring personalized service commitment
- Thorough candidate vetting with skills and cultural fit assessment
- Comprehensive payroll solutions with tax compliance management
- Flexible workforce options for temporary, project-based, and permanent needs
What people say
Qualified candidates
Professional and helpful
Saved HR time
Cultural fit focus
Reliable service
Services
Administrative Staffing
We provide skilled administrative professionals including executive assistants, bookkeepers, and customer service representatives. Our candidates undergo rigorous screening for technical proficiency and organizational fit. Temporary and permanent placement options adapt to fluctuating business needs while maintaining operational continuity through experienced office personnel.
Industrial Staffing
Our industrial recruitment covers production workers, skilled tradespeople, and warehouse specialists. We match technical expertise with workplace safety requirements for manufacturing and logistics roles. Flexible staffing models accommodate seasonal demand while ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations and safety standards.
Professional Search
Specialized placement for engineering, project management, and leadership roles. We conduct in-depth candidate assessments focusing on niche expertise and strategic leadership capabilities. Our process includes passive candidate sourcing and comprehensive reference verification for critical professional positions.
Payroll Solutions
Comprehensive payroll management covering tax withholdings, workers' compensation, and regulatory reporting. Our services reduce administrative burdens while ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements. Customizable solutions scale with business growth and workforce complexity.
Workforce Solutions
Adaptable staffing models including temporary-to-hire, project-based, and direct-hire options. Our solutions address variable workforce demands while maintaining quality standards. We handle employment administration, allowing businesses to focus on core operations without compromising staffing flexibility.
People
David Dietz
President/CEO
With 24+ years in staffing, David leads as CEO, pioneering employee ownership and shaping company culture. He focuses on strategic growth and community impact through successful career placements.
Tania Cook
Chief Operations Officer
Over 12 years at Preference, Tania oversees operations and safety programs. She develops workforce reintegration initiatives and facilitates team development through strengths-based coaching methodologies.
Jordan Murphy
Controller
Jordan manages financial operations and professional recruitment. With advanced business degrees, he combines analytical expertise with candidate advocacy to connect professionals with suitable employment opportunities.
Brittney Fors
Business Development Specialist
As client relations advisor, Brittney builds community partnerships through networking and relationship-building. She drives organizational culture initiatives and maintains Preference's community engagement strategies.
Cory Holen
Professional Placement Consultant
Specializing in professional recruitment, Cory connects candidates with employers through personalized career guidance. He focuses on aligning individual strengths with organizational needs for long-term placement success.
Questions
How do you ensure candidates match company culture?
We conduct in-depth interviews assessing both technical skills and cultural fit, maintaining regular communication with employers to understand evolving workplace dynamics.
What payroll services do you offer?
We manage tax withholdings, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and regulatory reporting while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws.
Can I try temporary staffing before permanent hiring?
Yes, our temp-to-hire option allows evaluating candidates on-the-job before permanent commitment, reducing hiring risks while maintaining workforce flexibility.
How quickly can you fill urgent staffing needs?
With established candidate networks, we typically provide qualified candidates within 24-48 hours for most administrative and industrial positions.
Do you specialize in specific industries?
We focus on administrative, industrial/manufacturing, and professional sectors including engineering, project management, and executive leadership roles.
What makes you different from other staffing agencies?
As employee-owners, we demonstrate deeper commitment to placements. Our localized expertise and personalized approach create better matches for both employers and candidates.
