1st Employment

Based in Fort Smith, 1st Employment is an employment agency serving job seekers and employers through recruiting, hiring, and payroll management. The agency connects candidates with clerical and light industrial openings, including short-term, seasonal, long-term, Screen-to-Hire, and direct-hire positions. Job seekers can view openings and apply, while employers can request employees or talent through the agency. Its listings include production and HVAC assembly roles in Arkansas and Oklahoma. 1st Employment also provides staffing management, with services that include candidate submissions, employee onboarding, and training before placement. The agency works with major local employers and supports both temporary and permanent hiring needs.