Frequently Asked Questions

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What's the difference between SME & Associates, Inc. & SME Talent Acquisitions

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SME & Associates, Inc. is the corporate office providing employment placement, Human Resources, payroll, onboarding, and workforce support services.

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SME Talent Acquisitions is a specialized Direct Hire Department of SME & Associates, Inc., focused on recruiting and screening highly qualified professionals for employers seeking direct-hire employees.

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Our services are designed to support both employers and job seekers, while clearly distinguishing between direct-hire recruiting and contract employment placement.

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SME & Associates, Inc.-Corporate Employment Placement Division

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What is SME & Associates, Inc.?

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SME & Associates, Inc. is the corporate division responsible for managing Employment Placement Services and the employment-support functions associated with individuals placed through our contract employment services.

Depending on the employment arrangement, SME & Associates, Inc. may provide:

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• Human Resources services

• Payroll administration

• Employee onboarding

• Employment documentation

• Workforce administration

• Placement coordination

• Employer communication

• Employee support

• Ongoing employment assistance

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When an individual is placed through our contract employment services, SME & Associates, Inc. serves as the individual's primary point of contact throughout the placement.

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SME Talent Acquisitions-Direct Hire Department

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What is SME Talent Acquisitions?

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SME Talent Acquisitions is the Direct Hire Department of SME & Associates, Inc.

Our Talent Acquisitions Department specializes in identifying, recruiting, and screening qualified candidates for employers seeking individuals for direct-hire positions.

Talent Acquisition is particularly suited for employers seeking candidates with specialized education, professional credentials, experience, or expertise.

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Examples may include:

• Executives

• Managers and Directors

• Bachelor's degree professionals

• Master's degree professionals

• Doctors and physicians

• Registered Nurses

• Licensed healthcare professionals

• Specialized professionals

• Technical professionals

• Other highly qualified candidates

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What is the difference between Direct Hire and Contract Employment?

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Direct Hire

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Direct Hire means the employer is seeking to hire the candidate directly.

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SME Talent Acquisitions recruits and screens candidates and presents qualified candidates to the employer.

The process generally follows:

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Recruit → Screen → Present → Employer Interview → Employer Selects → Direct Hire

 

Once hired, the candidate becomes an employee of the employer.

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The employer is then responsible for the applicable:

• HR

• Payroll

• Benefits

• Employee onboarding

• Employment policies

• Employee records

• Workplace management

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SME Talent Acquisitions does not handle the employer's HR or payroll responsibilities for a direct-hire employee.

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Contract Employment

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Contract Employment is different from Direct Hire.

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Under a contract employment placement, SME & Associates, Inc. may remain involved as the employment-support provider during the placement period.

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Depending on the applicable arrangement, SME & Associates, Inc. may provide:

• HR support

• Payroll

• Onboarding

• Employment documentation

• Employee support

• Employer communication

• Placement coordination

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SME & Associates, Inc. remains the individual's primary point of contact throughout the contract placement.

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The placement may eventually transition to direct employment with the employer if the employer chooses to hire the individual directly.

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Does SME Talent Acquisitions Handle HR or Payroll?

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No.

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SME Talent Acquisitions is the Direct Hire Department and focuses on recruitment, candidate sourcing, screening, and direct-hire placement.

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For candidates hired directly by an employer, the employer is responsible for the applicable HR and payroll functions.

SME & Associates, Inc.'s corporate HR and payroll services apply to employment arrangements where SME & Associates, Inc. is providing those services, such as applicable contract employment placements.

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Who Can Benefit From Employment Placement Services?

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Employment Placement Services can support a wide range of qualified workers, including:

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• Home Healthcare Nurses

• Registered Nurses

• Caregivers

• Home Health Aides

• Personal Care Assistants

• Customer Service Representatives

• Administrative Personnel

• Support Staff

• Skilled Workers

• Entry-Level Workers

• Experienced Workers

• Other qualified employees

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Who Can Benefit From Talent Acquisition?

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SME Talent Acquisitions is designed for employers seeking highly qualified professionals for specialized or higher-level positions.

Examples include:

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• Executive positions

• Management positions

• Professional positions

• Healthcare professionals

• Bachelor's degree positions

• Master's degree positions

• Licensed professionals

• Specialized technical positions

• Other professional and credentialed positions

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How Does the Employer Process Work?

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How can an employer request SME's services?

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Employers seeking recruiting, employment placement, or workforce services should contact our Employer Services Department.

Employers should:

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1. Email:
job.postings@smeassociatesinc.com

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2. Complete the employer service request form.

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3. Receive a registration link based on your employment requirements.

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The registration process will be based on the type of workforce solution your company needs, such as:

• Direct Hire

• Contract Employment

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This allows us to determine the appropriate service and recruiting process for your organization.

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How Can Job Seekers Apply?

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Where do job seekers apply for available positions?

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Job seekers can  if  interested in applying for one of the posted positions should visit our online recruiting portal:

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smeassociatesinc.zohorecruit.com

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Candidates should follow the application instructions associated with the specific job posting.

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Submitting an application does not guarantee employment. Candidates must meet the requirements of the position and complete the applicable hiring process.

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Talent Acquisitions Department

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Who should employers contact regarding Direct Hire recruiting?

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Our Talent Acquisitions Department is available to assist employers seeking qualified candidates for direct-hire positions.

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Senior Recruiter:

Autumn Flowers

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📧 Talent.Acquistions@smeassociatesinc.com

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The Talent Acquisitions Department can assist employers with specialized recruiting, candidate sourcing, screening, and direct-hire recruitment needs.

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24-Hour Support Center

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What if an employer or job seeker has a question or needs assistance?

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Our 24-Hour Support Center is available to assist employers and job seekers with questions or support needs.

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Call or Text

📞 469-727-0836

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Email Helpdesk

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📧 cust.serv@smeassociatesinc.com

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The Support Center can assist with general questions, application assistance, employment placement questions, employer service questions, and other support needs.

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Quick Contact Guide

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Need Assistance With Contact

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Job Applicationssmeassociatesinc.zohorecruit.com

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Talent Acquisition / Direct Hire    Autumn Flowers — Talent.Acquistions@smeassociatesinc.com

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Employer Services / Job Postings:   job.postings@smeassociatesinc.com

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24-Hour Support Center :   469-727-0836 — Call/Text

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General Helpdesk:  cust.serv@smeassociatesinc.com

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Corporate Website: smeassociatesinc.com

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In Simple Terms

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SME & Associates, Inc.- Corporate Office

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Employment Placement + HR + Payroll + Onboarding + Workforce Support

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SME & Associates, Inc. manages the employment-support functions associated with applicable contract employment placements and serves as the primary point of contact for individuals placed through those services.

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SME Talent Acquisitions

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Direct Hire Department

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Recruiting + Screening + Specialized Talent + Direct Hire

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SME Talent Acquisitions recruits and screens qualified professionals for employers seeking to hire candidates directly. The employer assumes the applicable HR and payroll responsibilities once the candidate is directly hired.

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Our Goal

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At SME & Associates, Inc., our goal is to create a structured connection between qualified individuals and employers while providing the appropriate level of support based on the employment arrangement.

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Whether you are:

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An employer seeking specialized talent for direct hire, an employer seeking contract employment solutions, or a job seeker looking for your next opportunity,

SME & Associates, Inc. and SME Talent Acquisitions are here to help connect Talent with Opportunity.

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Contact SME & Associates, Inc.

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SME & Associates, Inc.-Corporate Office

SME Talent Acquisitions-Direct Hire Department

📧 Talent Acquisitions: Talent.Acquistions@smeassociatesinc.com
📧 Employer Services: job.postings@smeassociatesinc.com
📧 24-Hour Helpdesk: cust.serv@smeassociatesinc.com
📞 24-Hour Support: 469-727-0836 — Call or Text
🌐 Website: smeassociatesinc.com
💼 Job Applications: smeassociatesinc.zohorecruit.com

SME & Associates, Inc. — Connecting Talent With Opportunity.

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