Direct Hire

Your recruitment and direct hire staffing specialists in Washington DC

You need to find a great candidate for your open position – one who fits your culture, your mission, and the job requirements. But the search for that perfect candidate is a full-time commitment. That’s why you need a staffing partner who can support your business.

 

With Contact 1’s direct hire service, we manage every stage of the recruiting process so you can get back to doing what you do best. From candidate screenings and initial interviews to reference checks and skills testing, Contact 1 aligns with your business to deliver candidates who drive your mission forward.

 

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Direct hire services in Washington DC

Why work with Contact 1 for your direct hire search?

Your DC staffing experts

Located in the heart of DC, we specialize in staffing for the Washington DC metro area.

Experienced recruiters

All of our recruiters are experienced staffing professionals who put their networks and connections to work for you.

A trusted partner

We get to know your business and what you’re looking for to ensure we deliver the best candidates.

Meet the Team

 

Get to know the staffing professionals supporting you in your search for staff.

  • Donna Burnett

    President

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  • Nazuki Andoh

    Operations Director

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  • Travis Arey

    Communications & Outreach Manager

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    Local staffing news, resources, and industry insights from the Contact 1 team.

  • How Companies and Talent Can Keep Their Footing During Uncertain Times

    06.03.2025 | Candidate Recruitment, Hiring

    As the year goes by, it’s dawning on many people that thriving in 2025 is like walking a tightrope during an earthquake. Success only happens through the combination of careful movements and reflexes. That goes for both organizations and professionals. If you’re going to avoid being jostled back and forth by an uncertain job market, […]

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  • Veteran Secures Ideal Executive Assistant Role via Contact 1

    04.15.2025 | Case Study

    “Contact 1 is the only contact you’ll have to make.” — Jessica A., Executive Assistant At a Glance Candidate:        Jessica Anderson Role:                   Executive Assistant to Senior Pastor Client:                Foundry United Methodist Church Time in Role:    1+ year Background:     Military veteran with federal service experience The Challenge After 12.5 years in the Air Force […]

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  • How to Tackle a Tough Job Market as a New Grad

    03.19.2025 | Career Advice

    The transition from campus life to your career isn’t just a change of scenery—it’s a profound shift in identity. Right now, graduates face a 7.4% unemployment rate (up from 5.3% last year). Your job search might feel less like an exciting new chapter and more like scaling a mountain without climbing gear. We understand that […]

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