VanderHouwen

• Technology and information technology roles
• Engineering roles
• Accounting and finance roles
• Business operations roles
• Human resources roles
• Executive and leadership roles

Who we serve

• Employers seeking skilled professionals for contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire, consulting, or executive positions
• Job seekers looking for contract, contract-to-hire, or direct hire opportunities in our specialty areas

Core values and commitments

• Women-owned: VanderHouwen maintains WBENC certification and actively supports career advancement for women.
• Family-owned: Founded by Kirby and Kathy VanderHouwen and still family-operated.
• Committed to diversity: VanderHouwen believes companies thrive with diverse workforces and supports equal opportunity employment for all.
• Relationship-focused: The team builds strong, long-lasting relationships with both employers and candidates.
• Industry expertise: Recruiters and account managers "speak the language" of the industries they serve and stay current on regional and national market trends.

Geographic focus

• Headquarters: 6342 S Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97239
• Primary service area: Pacific Northwest and Portland metro area
• Extended reach: Sources and places candidates nationally across the United States.

Clients engage VanderHouwen to fill a range of roles, including:

• Contract (temporary) positions: Time-limited assignments where you are employed by VanderHouwen and work at a client company.
• Contract-to-hire positions: Assignments that start as contract work and may convert to permanent employment with the client after an agreed period.
• Direct hire (permanent) positions: Long-term roles where you are hired directly by the client company.

Assignment lengths vary depending on the client's needs; some contract roles can last for extended periods.

Professional areas

VanderHouwen focuses on roles in:

• Technology and information technology
• Engineering
• Accounting and finance
• Business operations
• Human resources
• Executive and leadership roles

How to apply or connect

Job seekers can:

• Search and apply for open jobs on the VanderHouwen website.
• Submit a resume for general consideration.
• Sign up for custom job alerts to receive new opportunities in their field.
• Contact a VanderHouwen recruiter by phone or email.

When applying online, .docx resumes are preferred for optimal upload, but .pdf files are also accepted.

Working with VanderHouwen as a job seeker

• There is no fee for job seekers to work with VanderHouwen; all placement fees are paid by client companies.
• VanderHouwen recruiters meet with candidates (in person or virtually) to understand their experience, goals, and preferred work environment.
• Contract work can provide flexibility, the chance to build experience, expand your professional network, and potentially transition into permanent roles.
• Recruiters consider qualified candidates regardless of whether they are local to the job site, including those open to relocation.

Job seeker resources

VanderHouwen provides resources to help candidates succeed in their search, including:

• Job search tips
• Resume and interview guidance
• Professional development content
• Career advice

For current openings, job descriptions, and application instructions, job seekers should refer to the job listings on the VanderHouwen website.

VanderHouwen provides flexible recruiting and staffing services tailored to employers' hiring needs, timelines, and budgets.

Industries and functions served

VanderHouwen focuses on professional roles in:

• Technology and information technology
• Engineering
• Accounting and finance
• Business operations
• Human resources
• Executive and leadership positions

Staffing and hiring models

VanderHouwen offers several ways to engage talent:

Direct hire

• VanderHouwen recruits candidates that you hire directly as employees of your company.
• Best for long-term, permanent positions.
• Focus on technical skills plus alignment with your culture, mission, and values.

Contract (temporary) staffing / contract resources

• Contractors work on a W-2 basis for VanderHouwen and are deployed to your organization.
• Ideal for short-term projects, workload spikes, specialized expertise, or covering employee leave.
• VanderHouwen pays the contract worker and, where applicable, provides benefits.

Contract-to-hire

• Begins as a contract assignment, with the option to convert the contractor to your full-time employee after an agreed period.
• Allows you to evaluate on-the-job performance, team fit, and long-term need before making a permanent hire.

Executive search

• Retained search option focused on Director, VP, and C-suite roles (for example: CFO, CIO, CTO, and other senior leaders in technical, engineering, and financial management fields).
• Emphasizes deep alignment on culture, leadership style, and strategic goals.

Consulting services

• Senior-level professionals for short- or long-term initiatives where leadership, strategy, or specialized expertise is required.
• Example consulting roles include: Agile Coach, Scrum Master, Change Manager, Strategy Manager, Business Consultant, Program Manager, Technical Product Manager, Business Product Manager, Data Visualization Engineer, Business Analyst, and Data Analyst.

Customized hiring plans / embedded recruiting

• Brand-aligned recruiting models built around your organization.
• Fractional or full-time recruiters can represent your brand and manage sourcing through to hire.
• Designed to support internal recruiting teams that need scalable, consistent hiring support.

Screening, vetting, and services for employers

• Thorough review of candidate resumes and experience.
• Interviews to assess skills, work style, and team fit.
• Pre-employment screenings for contract and contract-to-hire roles can include:
• Criminal background checks
• Drug screening
• Degree and license verification
• Job-appropriate credit checks and health screenings (as requested by the client and where permitted by law)
• Ongoing performance check-ins with you or your designated supervisor for contract staff.

Locations and markets served

• Office location: 6342 S Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97239 (503-299-6811)
• VanderHouwen sources candidates nationally and can support hiring beyond the immediate Portland or Pacific Northwest markets.

Pricing and fees

• VanderHouwen offers recruiting and staffing services at competitive rates.
• Costs depend on factors such as the number of open positions, role difficulty, and whether the engagement is contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire, executive search, or consulting.
• Specific pricing and fee structures are not listed publicly; employers should contact a VanderHouwen Account Manager for current details and a tailored proposal.

How to get in touch

• Employers can contact VanderHouwen to discuss hiring needs, request information about staffing solutions, or connect with an Account Manager.
• Job seekers can reach out to speak with a recruiter, ask questions about open roles, or get support with the application process.
• The website contact form can be used to send a message; the VanderHouwen team will follow up.

Service area

• Headquarters in Portland, Oregon
• Supports hiring and job placement across the Pacific Northwest and nationwide.

Lists Pacifica and Portland as a location. Names Oregon and United States as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published.

For contract and contract-to-hire assignments through VanderHouwen:

• VanderHouwen is the employer of record for W-2 contractors.
• VanderHouwen manages payroll, employment records, W-2s, and required taxes.
• HR-related questions for current contractors can be directed to the VanderHouwen HR team (for example, via HR@vanderhouwen.com as referenced on the website).

Contractor benefits

Eligible W-2 contractors working through VanderHouwen may have access to:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability options
• A matching 401(k) plan

Eligibility for specific benefits, waiting periods, and enrollment details are determined by VanderHouwen's current policies and plan documents.

Conversion from contract to full-time employment

• In some cases, client companies may wish to hire a VanderHouwen contractor as a full-time employee.
• Employers should contact their VanderHouwen Account Manager if they wish to convert a contractor.
• A conversion can be free of charge after certain work-hour minimums are met; if an employer wishes to convert before the minimum, a separation fee may apply.

Payroll services for client-sourced candidates

• If a client company finds a candidate on its own for a temporary project, VanderHouwen can provide payroll services and employ that worker as a contractor for the duration of the assignment.

For full, current details on eligibility, coverage, and any applicable costs for benefits or payroll services, contractors and employers should contact VanderHouwen directly.

Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess.