VanderHouwen
Locally founded, women-owned, and nationally certified with WBENC, VanderHouwen is a premier staffin VanderHouwen is a Woman-Owned Business and WBENC certified.
For over three decades, VanderHouwen has been a premier staffing provider of professionals in the Pacific Northwest. While it might seem unusual for a rapid-deploy, results-driven business like ours to take that responsibility personally, we do. Our Presidentโs work ethic not only serves as the foundation of our company but drives the commitment to individual attention which infuses our culture. Our dedication is to the satisfaction and success of our clients and consultants. Weโre committed to providing outstanding service to a uniquely demanding industry in a straightforward, ethical, highly personal, and always-responsive manner. VanderHouwen was established in Portland, Oregon, in 1987 by Kirby and Kathy VanderHouwen. Our founders were influential in both the staffing industry and technology sector and played an integral role in their evolution in the Pacific Northwest. Kirbyโs unwavering drive to add value to clients, build success for technology professionals, and contribute to the prosperity of our community still guides us today. While Kirby's vision continues to influence us, VanderHouwen's President, Eric VanderHouwen has led our team in the same manner since 1997.
๐ ๐๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฒ ๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ฒ!
The people who somehow manage to be part employee advocate, part problem solver, part policy translator, part conflict navigatorโฆ and occasionally part workplace therapist. ๐
HR professionals are the ones behind the scenes helping organizations:
๐ค Build stronger teams
๐งญ Navigate the complicated stuff
๐ Keep policies and practices on track
๐ฌ Support employees and leaders
๐ฑ Create better workplace experiences
And let's be honestโฆ theyโve probably heard, โCan I ask you a quick HR question?โ approximately 847 times. ๐
Today, weโre celebrating the HR pros who bring empathy, expertise, patience, and a whole lot of people skills to the workplace.
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Happy HR Professionals Day to the people who help make work, wellโฆ work. ๐
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๐ Building Relationships That Last ๐
At VanderHouwen, weโve spent the last (almost) four decades focused on what truly sets us apart: being relational.
We believe recruiting is about more than filling roles โ itโs about building meaningful, lasting connections with both candidates and clients. Thatโs why we:
โ๏ธ Meet candidates where they are and guide them toward long-term success.
โ๏ธ Sponsor and participate in community events and user groups.
โ๏ธ Share insights on recruiting topics that help people grow.
The results speak for themselves. Candidates return to us for new opportunities, refer friends and colleagues, and in many cases, even become hiring partners at the companies we support. Some have even entrusted us with helping the next generation start their careers โ a testament to the long-term value of relationships built on trust.
At VanderHouwen, relationships matter. Theyโre the foundation of everything we do. Get to know our tenured team here: https://pulse.ly/6i9ikykcje
09/23/2026
๐ September is here. Q4 is closer than it looks.
Our ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ง๐ผ๐ฝ ๐ง๐ฎ๐น๐ฒ๐ป๐ lineup features experienced Accounting & Finance and HR professionals who are ready to make their next move.
If your team has hiring needs on the horizon, now is a good time to connect. Because waiting until Q4 is in full swing can mean competing for the same talent when everyone else is hiring, too.
This monthโs lineup could help you:
โ๏ธ Add experienced talent before year-end demands ramp up
โ๏ธ Keep critical work moving while teams are stretched
โ๏ธ Start Q4 with the right people already in place
The next great addition to your team may already be looking.
Direct Hire:
Sr. Financial Analyst
AP Specialist
HR Manager
Accountant
Controller
๐ Contact us about this monthโs Top Talent lineup: https://pulse.ly/pb0gyyb7nt
We heard this from a candidate: โThanks for being human and not a rigid robot.โ ๐
Honestly? We couldnโt have said it better ourselves.
Job searching can feel like a full-time job already. Add automated applications, chatbot screenings, zero human interaction, and itโs easy to feel like thereโs a robot standing between you and your next opportunity.
At VanderHouwen, we believe recruiting should still be human.
That means:
๐ Picking up the phone and actually talking
๐ Listening to what youโre looking for, not just reading your resume
๐ฌ Having real conversations about your experience and goals
๐ค Building relationships, not just processing applications
โค๏ธ Remembering thereโs a person on the other side of every job search
Our recruiters take the time to get to know candidates and provide personalized support throughout the process. Because sometimes, what you need most isnโt another automated message. Itโs a human being who listens, understands, and is genuinely in your corner.
Tired of talking to robots? Come talk to humans. ๐ค
See how VanderHouwen can help with your job search. https://pulse.ly/rcmu5pdnye
Another happy candidate! Thank you ๐๐
โShoutout to Andrew Owen at Vanderhowen. Been working with Andrew for years, and it's always a great experience. I appreciate all the help and attention to my employment situation. Thanks and cheers.โ
Meet our recruiting team ๐๐ผ https://pulse.ly/ofrwsvdnre
09/18/2026
โณ๏ธ Golf for a good cause? Weโre in!
Today, the is proud to participate as a sponsor at the CFMA Portland, Oregon Chapter Charity Golf Tournament!
Itโs always great to connect with others in our community and support a meaningful event. ๐ Vada and Kristin have quite the lineup of goodies!
Proceeds from the tournament help fund scholarships for students in our local community, helping make education and career opportunities a little more accessible.
Weโre proud to support organizations like CFMA that bring people together to make an impact.
09/18/2026
Long live QR codes!
๐ฑ Search, view, and apply for jobs anytime, anywhere with VanderHouwen's Mobile App!
Find VanderJobs here:
๐ App Store or โถ๏ธ Google Play: https://pulse.ly/whgvof3vla
09/16/2026
Contract-to-hire: a flexible solution for todayโs evolving workforce.
Whether youโre testing the waters with a new role or seeking the right long-term fit, contract-to-hire arrangements can benefit both employers and job seekers when done right.
Learn how to navigate the process and what to consider before making your next move: https://pulse.ly/ouwcxyg2kk
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6342 S Macadam
Portland, OR
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| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |