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Test the Waters

There are some big benefits to a contract-to-hire situation that you may not be aware of so Search Smart recommends a deeper look:

• The cost for contract-to-hire is very close to bringing on a full-time person with benefits.
• You have an extended period to insure you hire the right candidate.
• You have the ability to release the contractor for any reason without going through a lengthy probation period.
• Search Smart pays the candidate an hourly rate that is equivalent to the salary level that will be offered so there isn't monetary incentive to stay as a contractor.

Why not take your time deciding if a candidate is the "right fit" for your organization before making a long-term commitment. With today's uncertain work flow, it's nice to be able to evaluate your ever-changing business needs as they relate to staffing. Take advantage of the options provided by our hiring model. Search Smart offers NO conversion fee after six months. Do the math:

• $75,000 full-time salary = $6,250 per month + monthly benefits costs (at 30%) = $1,875 per month = $8,125 monthly total
• Hourly pay rate for a professional making $75,000 is $38.00/hour.
• Hourly bill rate for that professional as a Search Smart contractor making $38.00/hr. is $53.00/hour.

Six-month Cost of a Contractor

Hourly Bill Rate: $53.00 x 167 hrs. per month x 6 months = $53,106
Total = $53,106

Six-month Cost of an Employee

Salary: $6,250 x 6 months = $37,500
Benefits: $1,875 x 6 months = $11,250
Total = $48,750

Bottom Line

For about $725 per month over a standard six-month contract, the Search Smart model provides the right fit, benefits, and unparalleled staffing flexibility without a search fee.