Powering Greater Madison's Workforce Since 1990
For more than 35 years, Spherion Madison has connected businesses with the talent they need to grow. From advanced manufacturing, life sciences, IT, professional services, non-clinical healthcare, and beyond, we specialize in staffing solutions built around each partner’s unique needs. Backed by a tenured, high-touch team, we’re proud to be a trusted staffing partner in Wisconsin.
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Awards & Recognition
- 2026 Best Place to Work - Madison Magazine
- 2025 In Business Forty Under 40 - Madison Franchise Owner, Austin Kassner
- 2024 Franchise Rock Star Award - Madison franchise owner Austin Kassner
- 2023 General Staffing Office of the Year
- 2022 Spherion Office of the Year
- 2021 & 2022 Spherion Bronze Circle Award
- 2021 Spherion On-Premise of the Year Award
- 2021 Spherion Top Sales Growth Award
- 2020 Highest certified spend for goods and services for the State of Wisconsin (WI Economic Development Corporation)
- 2020 Wisconsin Outstanding Small MBE nominee
- 2019 Finalist for Outstanding Small Business Award presented by Governor of WI (WI Economic Development Corporation)
- 2018 & 1996 Spherion Owner of the Year
- 2016 Marketplace Wisconsin 25 years Minority Business Award, Governor's Conference on Minority Business Development – achievement with outstanding contributions to the business development and job creation in the State of Wisconsin
- 2016 – 25 years of outstanding contribution to the business development and job creation in the State of Wisconsin (WI Economic Development Corporation)
- 2016 United Way of Dane County Silver Award
- 2016 Performance Forum Best of Blue Award – awarded to the franchise who supports the corporate community and establishes solid market performance year over year.
- 2021, 2016, 2015, 2011, 2007, 2006 Spherion President’s Award Winner – presented to six owners who have shown consistent year-over-year growth.
- 2016 Professional Sales Growth Award - for growth in placements for professional positions and demonstrating expertise in recruiting and staffing professional-level positions.
- 2014, 2013 Direct Hire Sales Growth Award – highest growth in direct hire placements
- Spherion Performance Forum Attendees – awarded to the top 5% of franchisees (2018, 2017, 2015, 2014)
- 2013 Urban League of Greater Madison President's Award for Community Leadership and Empowerment
- 2013 ESGR – Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve recognition award
- 2005 Wisconsin Department of Administration Accolade Award – for superior MBE achievement
Frequently Asked Questions About Working For Spherion Madison
For Job Seekers
How do I find a temp agency in Madison, WI?
Finding us is easy! You can visit the Spherion office on West Beltline Highway or search for "staffing agencies near me" online. We are local experts who live and work right here in Madison. Stop by or apply online today to see what jobs are waiting for you!
How I do apply for a job with Spherion?
It’s easy! Start by searching for a job near you on our main online job board. Once you find a role you want to apply for, click the "Apply Now" button on any job listing and complete our easy online application. After you submit your application, a local recruiter will reach out to your with more details and next steps.
If you have questions first, most job postings also list a phone number for a local recruiter. Feel free to give us a call!
Do I need a resume?
Having a resume is a great way to show off your skills, and it helps our recruiters find you a job faster. But don't worry if you don't have one yet! We still want you to apply. Our team is here to help you get started and put you in the best spot to get hired.
How often would I get paid?
Spherion pays its employees weekly on Fridays. If a federal holiday falls on a Friday, employees are paid the day before.
Frequently Asked Questions About Staffing with Spherion Madison
For Employers
What industries and roles does Spherion specialize in?
We have specialized expertise in Administrative & Clerical, Professional Services (IT, Finance, HR), and life sciences. From entry-level assembly and skilled trades to senior operations management, our recruiters are trained to identify the specific hard and soft skills required for success in high-stakes environments.
What type of positions do you fill?
From entry-level to senior management, Spherion Staffing recruits talent for a wide variety of roles, including administrative, clerical, customer service, call center, light industrial, non-clinical healthcare, and specialized professions.
How quickly can you respond to urgent staffing needs or seasonal peaks?
We maintain an active "Ready-to-Work" network of pre-qualified candidates. Because we are locally based, we can often mobilize talent in real-time. For large-scale needs, we offer On-Premise Staffing solutions where a dedicated Spherion manager works at your facility to manage high-volume shifts and ensure 100% fill rates.
Spherion franchisees are independent business people and are not employed by Spherion Staffing, LLC (“Spherion”) or any of its affiliates. Thus, each franchisee and each franchise location is unique and the franchisee alone is responsible for all employment matters in their location(s), including the terms and conditions of employment for their employees, such as pay rate, hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing and scheduling. Thus, the job for which you apply will be in a location owned and operated by an independent franchisee, and not Spherion. This means the franchisee, not Spherion, is responsible for all employment matters in their location. If you are hired for the job, the franchisee will be your employer, not Spherion. To the extent you need assistance in completing forms or otherwise participating in a franchisee’s application process, please contact the franchise organization directly.
Recognition has come from Entrepreneur, Forbes, the American Staffing Association, Word Staffing Association, and FranchiseRankings.com. The Forbes rankings are based upon a survey of more than 9,300 recruiters, employees, and human resources managers who have worked with recruitment agencies, and do not reflect a direct endorsement by the publication of Spherion or any other professional recruiting firm.