Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Cordia Resources offer?

Cordia Resources is a recruiting and staff firm specializing in placing professionals of all levels in the areas of accounting, finance, human resource, information technology, contract administration, pricing, and operational support. No matter what staffing needs you may have, our team is equipped and ready to bring top quality professionals to your organization through one of the our staffing solutions listed below.

  • Permanent Hire Search
  • Retained Executive Search
  • Temporary & Interim Staffing
  • Temp-to-Hire Opportunities
Why should I use Cordia instead of filling the position on my own?

Working with a recruiting firm like Cordia will reduce your time to hire, relieve your staff from the stress of sourcing and sorting through applications, and avoid hiring the wrong candidate. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, our team has a vast network of highly qualified talent to provide your organization that meets your culture and business objectives.

What geographic markets do you serve?

We serve the greater Washington DC metropolitan area and have 3 separate office locations

  • Tysons Corner, VA
  • Rockville, MD
  • Washington, DC.
What makes Cordia Resources different than other staffing firms?
  • Company led by seasoned former CFOs
  • Focused exclusively in the Washington, DC Metro Area
  • Specialize in hard-to-find candidates
  • Extensive local network of reliable contacts including a proprietary database of over 25,000 professionals
  • Consultant Care program ensures happy consultants and clients
  • Candidate pre-screening and thorough background checks
  • Provide market intelligence to both employers and candidates
  • Affiliation with Cordia Partners and Cordia Technical Accounting provides additional accounting/finance solutions
What is your fee structure?

Since every project is unique, we have different fee structures depending on the type of search being conducted and level of service you are seeking. For permanent hires, the fee will be a percentage of the base salary of the chosen candidate. We are transparent with our pricing before beginning a search so that we can focus on quickly finding your team the best possible candidate.

How long will it take to hire an employee?

We’re committed to finding you the right talent as fast as possible! The time frame to hire will vary based on your specific needs for the position, but since professionals in our network are pre-evaluated, we can usually deliver candidates immediately for you to review and interview. Temporary and project consultants can start in as little as 24 business hours!

What is the candidate placement process?

A member of our expert staffing team will start by speaking or meeting with you to get a clear understanding of your needs and requirements for the role. We will also ask you to provide a job description or will assist you in creating one. We will then source and search our proprietary database and job boards to find you top qualified candidates. They will be pre-screened and interviewed first by our team to ensure they are the right fit before being submitted to you for review.

Do you perform background or reference checks?

Yes, all of our candidates and consultants must complete a criminal and credit background check and provide a list of references which will be verified by a member of our team.

What if I am not satisfied with an employee placed by Cordia Resources?

We realize that sometimes it is not clear until the person is working in the position whether it is truly the right fit, for both your company and the professional. We offer a 90-day guarantee, so if you are not satisfied with an employee, we will work with you to replace the person or provide a full refund of the fee.

Can I hire a candidate for a trial period?

Our temporary-to-hire staffing solution provides an opportunity for you to place an employee on a project basis to determine if they will be the right permanent fit. If you are happy and satisfied with the candidate, then you have the opportunity to pay a conversion fee and add them to your team full time!

How do I get started?

Contact us now! Fill out our online form and a member of our team will contact you within 24 business our to discuss how we can help with your staffing needs! You can also give us a call at 703.462.6200.