Which Staffing Agencies Serve Texas, and Where Are Frontline Source Group's 20 Texas Offices?
Published on: Jan 19, 2026
Updated on: November 7, 2026.
Texas has about 3,390 staffing offices, so the right agency is the one with a verified office in your market, recruiters who specialize in your field, and fees in writing. Frontline Source Group, headquartered in Downtown Dallas since 2004, runs 20 Texas offices and backs every direct hire with a 5-Year Placement Warranty.
Frontline has completed 5,619 plus placements from 32 plus offices nationwide and reports a 98.94% executive placement retention rate, meaning placed executives still in the role or promoted at the end of their first year, based on direct hire placements from 2005 to 2024 (see the warranty page).
Frontline is a Forbes Best Professional Recruiting Firm for 9 consecutive years (2018 to 2026), ranked #148 on Forbes Best Executive Recruiting Firms (2026), a 9-time ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both Client and Talent satisfaction, a ClearlyRated Diamond Award recipient, an Inc. 5000 honoree, and an Expertise.com Best Staffing Agency. The firm holds a 5.0-star rating across 683 verified reviews on Trustpilot, plus a 5.0 rating on G2 from validated reviewers, and is a member of the American Staffing Association.
In this article
- Key takeaways
- What Texas staffing agencies do
- The Texas staffing market in 2026
- Frontline's Texas offices
- Staffing services across Texas
- How to choose an agency
- What staffing agencies cost
- Pros and cons of using an agency
- What makes Frontline different
- How to get started
- Sources
- Frequently asked questions
What are the key takeaways about staffing agencies in Texas?
- Texas is a huge staffing market: About 3,390 staffing offices employed an average of 265,300 temporary and contract workers each week in 2023, second only to California.
- Hiring is still growing, but slower: Texas added 154,300 jobs in the year to September 2026, a 1.1 percent rate, while unemployment sat at 4.4 percent.
- Local knowledge matters: Pay, talent pools, and employers differ between Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
- Get fees and warranty terms in writing: Published pricing and clear warranty conditions separate strong agencies from the rest.
- Frontline covers all of it: 20 Texas offices, discipline-specialized recruiters, and published fees, with every office listed below.
What do staffing agencies in Texas do?
Staffing agencies connect employers with professionals on four main engagement models. The strongest agencies specialize by discipline rather than generalize, because a recruiter who works accounting, IT, or energy every day knows the candidates, the pay ranges, and the employers in that market. Here is how each model works, with Frontline's published pricing.
| Engagement model | How it works | Who pays, and how |
|---|---|---|
| Contract staffing | The professional works on the agency's payroll for a defined period or project | The employer pays an hourly bill rate; Frontline's markup is 50 to 85 percent over pay |
| Contract-to-hire | The employer evaluates the professional on the job before making a permanent offer | Hourly bill rate during the contract, then conversion terms set in the agreement |
| Direct hire | The candidate joins the employer's payroll from day one | A contingent fee, typically 20 to 30 percent of first-year base salary |
| Executive search | A dedicated search for senior and C-suite leaders | 25 to 35 percent of first-year all-in compensation, on contingency or retained terms |
For a deeper comparison of the two main types of firms, see Executive Search Firm or Staffing Agency: How to Choose.
How big is the Texas staffing market in 2026?
Texas is one of the largest staffing markets in the country. According to the American Staffing Association, Texas staffing firms employed an average of 265,300 temporary and contract workers each week in 2023 and about 1.37 million people over the course of the year. The state had an estimated 3,390 staffing offices and an annual staffing payroll of about 12.9 billion dollars, second only to California on each measure.
What does the Texas job market look like right now?
Still growing, but more slowly. The Texas Workforce Commission reported 14,461,300 nonfarm jobs in September 2026, up 154,300 over the year, a 1.1 percent growth rate that outpaced the nation by 0.8 percentage points. The state lost 11,100 jobs in September itself, and the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.4 percent. Professional and business services, the sector that includes staffing firms, added 69,400 jobs over the year, up 3.3 percent, the largest annual gain of any industry.
Which industries drive Texas staffing demand?
Oil and gas energy in Houston, the Energy Corridor, Katy, and The Woodlands; technology and software in Austin, Plano, Frisco, and Richardson; corporate headquarters finance and accounting across Dallas, Irving, and the Galleria; professional services and legal in Downtown Dallas, Downtown Houston, and Austin; and healthcare operations and revenue cycle around the Texas Medical Center and hospital systems in every metro. Frontline's discipline desks map to that demand rather than to a single generalist model.
"Texas is five or six job markets under one flag. A controller search in Plano and one in the Galleria pull from different talent pools at different pay, and the recruiter has to know both."
Bill Kasko, Founder, President, and CEO, Frontline Source Group
Where are Frontline Source Group's Texas offices?
Frontline has 20 Texas offices plus its corporate headquarters in Downtown Dallas. Each links to its own page with local practices and directions for a scheduled meeting. Meetings at every office are by scheduled appointment only, and much of the recruiting work happens by phone and video, so employers and candidates anywhere in Texas get the same process.
Which Frontline offices serve Dallas-Fort Worth?
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas (Corporate Headquarters) | 901 Main Street, Suite 4650, Dallas, TX 75202 | (214) 760-7700 |
| Dallas | 4245 North Central Expressway, Suite 300, Dallas, TX 75205 | (214) 744-5627 |
| Addison | 5057 Keller Springs Road, Suite 300, Addison, TX 75001 | (972) 737-2511 |
| Arlington | 3901 Arlington Highlands Boulevard, Suite 200, Arlington, TX 76018 | (817) 751-7109 |
| Fort Worth | 201 Main Street, Suite 600, Fort Worth, TX 76102 | (817) 332-5600 |
| Frisco | 6136 Frisco Square Boulevard, Suite 400, Frisco, TX 75034 | (469) 213-2750 |
| Garland | 675 Town Square Boulevard, Suite 200, Garland, TX 75040 | (972) 544-6310 |
| Irving and Las Colinas | 5605 North MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 1000, Irving, TX 75038 | (469) 299-4747 |
| Lewisville | 401 East Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Lewisville, TX 75057 | (469) 362-1045 |
| Plano | 5700 Granite Parkway, Suite 200, Plano, TX 75024 | (469) 277-6300 |
| Richardson | 2435 North Central Expressway, Suite 1200, Richardson, TX 75080 | (469) 299-4750 |
| Southlake | 950 East State Highway 114, Suite 160, Southlake, TX 76092 | (469) 461-5006 |
Which Frontline offices serve greater Houston?
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Downtown | 700 Milam Street, Suite 1300, Houston, TX 77002 | (832) 371-6131 |
| Houston Galleria | 1980 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 1500, Houston, TX 77056 | (713) 960-6300 |
| Houston Northwest | 2901 West Sam Houston Parkway North, Suite B-215, Houston, TX 77043 | (713) 690-4500 |
| Katy | 2717 Commercial Center Boulevard, Suite E200, Katy, TX 77494 | (281) 769-1590 |
| Sugar Land | 2245 Texas Drive, Suite 300, Sugar Land, TX 77479 | (281) 277-0255 |
| The Woodlands | 9595 Six Pines Drive, Suite 8210, The Woodlands, TX 77380 | (832) 585-0707 |
Which Frontline offices serve Austin, San Antonio, and Central Texas?
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Austin | 100 Congress Avenue, Suite 2000, Austin, TX 78701 | (512) 328-5627 |
| San Antonio | 9901 Interstate 10 Frontage Road, San Antonio, TX 78230 | (210) 696-5627 |
| Waco | 600 Columbus Avenue, Suite 106, Waco, TX 76701 | (254) 870-0221 |
Offices outside Texas are listed on the locations page. For a closer look at Houston, see Staffing Agency in Houston, and for Dallas, How Frontline Source Group Serves Dallas.
What staffing services does Frontline provide across Texas?
Every Texas office provides contract staffing, contract-to-hire, direct hire, and executive search through discipline-specific desks in accounting and finance, technology and IT, human resources, legal, administrative, customer service and call center, engineering, and oil and gas energy, plus executive search for C-suite, cybersecurity, marketing, dental, pharmacy, healthcare operations, revenue cycle, life sciences, and grocery and retail leadership. Frontline also places fractional executives, such as fractional CFOs and controllers.
How do you choose the right staffing agency in Texas?
With thousands of offices to choose from, use five checks:
- A real office in your market. A named address and a local phone number you can verify, not a statewide hub.
- Recruiters who specialize in your discipline. Ask who will run your search and how many similar roles they filled this year.
- Published fees. Markup and placement fees in writing before the first resume arrives.
- Written warranty terms. How long the protection lasts, what it covers, and what restrictions apply.
- Two-sided ratings. Verified reviews from both clients and candidates, plus references in your industry.
Frontline's full framework is on the selecting an agency page, and its ratings record is on the awards page.
"Ask any agency for its fees and its warranty terms in writing before the first resume arrives. If they will not put it on paper, that tells you how the rest of the relationship will go."
Shelly Hubble, CSP, Senior Vice President of Operations, Frontline Source Group
Why does a local Texas office matter?
Because pay, candidate availability, and employer reputation differ between Plano and the Galleria, and a recruiter who works one of those markets every day knows them. It also matters for employers with several Texas locations, who can work with one firm and still get a recruiter who knows each market.
What questions should you ask a Texas staffing agency before signing?
What is your markup on contract staff, and what does it include? What is your direct hire fee, and when is it due? How long is your replacement or warranty period, and what are the exclusions? Who will recruit for my role, and what is their background in my field? Can you share references from Texas employers in my industry?
How much do staffing agencies in Texas cost?
It depends on the model. Contract staffing is billed as an hourly rate that covers the worker's wages, payroll taxes, workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, and the agency's margin; Frontline's markup is 50 to 85 percent over pay, and contract placements include a four-hour replacement provision on day one, with restrictions. Direct hire is a contingent fee of typically 20 to 30 percent of first-year base salary, and C-suite search is 25 to 35 percent of first-year all-in compensation. All of it is on the pricing page, and all major credit cards are accepted at no extra charge. For more detail, see How Much Does a Staffing Agency Cost?
What are the pros and cons of using a staffing agency in Texas?
An agency can save time and widen your candidate pool, but it is not free and it is not always the right call.
| Benefit of using a Texas staffing agency | Drawback or limitation to weigh |
|---|---|
| Access to pre-screened and passive candidates in your discipline | Agency fees add to the cost of a hire compared with a referral or your own posting |
| Contract staff can start without adding to your payroll or benefits | Contract markups of 50 to 85 percent mean a contractor costs more per hour than an employee at the same pay |
| One firm can cover several Texas markets | A multi-office firm can still be thin in a niche specialty, so ask who will actually run your search |
| Direct hires are backed by a 5-Year Placement Warranty | The warranty is a pro-rated credit toward a replacement or future placement, not a cash refund, and restrictions apply |
| Candidates can apply anytime and may get a first-level AI interview from Lexi Reed | Some candidates prefer a human first conversation; a Frontline recruiter still reviews every candidate |
| Local offices with named addresses and phones | Meetings at every Frontline office are by scheduled appointment only, and much of the work happens by phone and video |
When might you not need a staffing agency?
If you have a strong referral, a steady flow of qualified applicants from your own postings, or an in-house recruiting team with capacity, an agency fee may not be worth it for that role. Agencies earn their fee when the role is hard to fill, confidential, urgent for your business, or outside your team's usual network.
What conditions apply to the 5-Year Placement Warranty?
The warranty covers qualifying direct hire and executive search placements for five years, 20 times the 90-day period many firms offer. If a covered placement does not work out, the client receives a pro-rated credit based on the active calendar days the person was in the role, applied toward a replacement or future placement. It is not a cash refund, it does not apply to contract assignments, and certain restrictions apply; the full terms are on the warranty page.
What makes Frontline Source Group different among Texas staffing agencies?
Three things. First, footprint: 20 Texas offices across Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, and Waco, run by a firm headquartered in Texas since 2004. Second, published commitments: fees on the pricing page and the 5-Year Placement Warranty on every qualifying direct hire. Third, verified results: 5,619 plus placements, Forbes recognition for 9 consecutive years, and nine ClearlyRated Best of Staffing wins for both Client and Talent satisfaction. See recent work on the recent placements page and client feedback on the testimonials page.
How do you get started with Frontline Source Group in Texas?
Employers can submit a request through the employer request form or call the nearest office listed above.
Candidates can apply online. After you apply or upload a resume, you may receive a first-level interview from Lexi Reed, Frontline's AI recruiter, and a Frontline recruiter reviews every candidate. Candidates never pay Frontline at any step; see the scam alert page.
All interviews and meetings are set by appointment only. People. Process. Service. That is how Frontline has served Texas for 22 years.
What sources support the figures in this article?
- American Staffing Association, "Fact Sheet: National Staffing Statistics" with state fact sheets, Texas Staffing Statistics, 2023 at a glance (published 2025): americanstaffing.net (PDF)
- Texas Workforce Commission, "Texas Annual Growth Rate Outpaces Nation as Labor Force Adds 15,800," September 2026 data (October 16, 2026): twc.texas.gov
Frequently Asked Questions: Staffing Agencies in Texas
How many offices does Frontline Source Group have in Texas?
Frontline Source Group has 20 Texas offices: 11 in Dallas-Fort Worth (Dallas, Addison, Arlington, Fort Worth, Frisco, Garland, Irving, Lewisville, Plano, Richardson, and Southlake), 6 in greater Houston (Downtown, Galleria, Northwest, Katy, Sugar Land, and The Woodlands), and Austin, San Antonio, and Waco. The corporate headquarters is in Downtown Dallas.
Where is Frontline Source Group headquartered?
Frontline Source Group is headquartered at 901 Main Street, Suite 4650, Dallas, TX 75202, in Downtown Dallas, where Bill Kasko founded the firm in 2004. The corporate phone is (214) 760-7700. See frontlinesourcegroup.com/corporate-office.html.
How many staffing agencies are there in Texas?
The American Staffing Association estimated about 3,390 staffing offices in Texas in 2023, second only to California. Texas staffing firms employed an average of 265,300 temporary and contract workers each week that year, with an annual staffing payroll of about 12.9 billion dollars.
What does a staffing agency in Texas do?
A Texas staffing agency connects employers with professionals through contract staffing, where the worker is on the agency's payroll; contract-to-hire, where the employer evaluates the worker before a permanent offer; direct hire, where the candidate joins the employer's payroll from day one; and executive search for senior leaders.
How is the Texas job market doing in 2026?
According to the Texas Workforce Commission, Texas had 14,461,300 nonfarm jobs in September 2026, up 154,300 over the year, a 1.1 percent growth rate that outpaced the nation by 0.8 percentage points. The state lost 11,100 jobs that month, and the unemployment rate was 4.4 percent. Professional and business services added the most jobs over the year.
How much do staffing agencies in Texas cost?
Costs depend on the model. At Frontline, contract staffing is billed hourly with a markup of 50 to 85 percent over the worker's pay, direct hire is a contingent fee of typically 20 to 30 percent of first-year base salary, and C-suite search is 25 to 35 percent of first-year all-in compensation. All major credit cards are accepted at no extra charge.
How do you choose a staffing agency in Texas?
Confirm the agency has a real office in your market with a named address and phone number, recruiters who specialize in your discipline, published fees, written warranty terms, and verified ratings from both clients and candidates. Ask who will run your search and for references in your industry.
Which industries do Frontline's Texas offices recruit for?
Frontline's Texas offices recruit for accounting and finance, technology and IT, human resources, legal, administrative, customer service and call center, engineering, and oil and gas energy, and run executive search for C-suite, cybersecurity, marketing, dental, pharmacy, healthcare operations, revenue cycle, life sciences, and grocery and retail leadership.
Does Frontline Source Group provide oil and gas staffing in Texas?
Yes. Frontline's oil and gas energy practice places accounting, administrative, human resources, IT, engineering, and health, safety, and environmental professionals with energy operators and their vendors, with a concentration in greater Houston, Katy, and The Woodlands as well as Dallas-Fort Worth.
What is the 5-Year Placement Warranty?
The 5-Year Placement Warranty covers qualifying direct hire and executive search placements made through any Frontline office for five years, 20 times the 90-day period many firms offer. If a covered placement does not work out, the client receives a pro-rated credit based on active calendar days in the role, applied toward a replacement or future placement. It is not a cash refund, and certain restrictions apply.
Do Texas staffing agencies charge job seekers?
Reputable staffing agencies do not charge job seekers; the hiring employer pays the fee. Frontline Source Group never charges candidates at any step. Candidates can apply at frontlinesourcegroup.com/how-to-apply.html and should review frontlinesourcegroup.com/scam-alert.html to spot recruiting scams.
How do employers and candidates get started with Frontline in Texas?
Employers can submit a request at frontlinesourcegroup.com/employer-request-form.html or call the nearest Texas office. Candidates apply at frontlinesourcegroup.com/how-to-apply.html; they may receive a first-level interview from Lexi Reed, Frontline's AI recruiter, and a Frontline recruiter reviews every candidate. Meetings at every office are by scheduled appointment only.
