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Temporary Consulting Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Android Developer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$65.25 - $85.75/hr

Max Salary $ DOE Per Hour Employment Type Contract Jobs (Temp/Consulting) Job Duration 12 Months+ 3+ years of professional software development Experience with STL 2+ years of Android development ...

Max Salary Not Mentioned Employment Type Contract Jobs (Temp/Consulting) Job Duration 6 months Domain Any Description OPT and EAD can apply Experience and skill: Experience with Hadoop stack ...

Max Salary $ DOE Per Hour Employment Type Contract Jobs (Temp/Consulting) Job Duration 12Months+ Description " LOCAL CANDIDATE PREFERRED " BS/BA or equivalent with 10+ years professional application ...

Temporary Leasing Consultant

Sylmar, CA · On-site

$16.75 - $19.75/hr

TEMPORARY LEASING CONSULTANT The Leasing Consultant is responsible for all aspects of leasing, marketing, and maintaining positive resident relations of a property. Essential Duties ...

Temporary Leasing Consultant

Vacaville, CA

$18.75 - $22/hr

TEMPORARY LEASING CONSULTANT The Leasing Consultant is responsible for all aspects of leasing, marketing, and maintaining positive resident relations of a property. Essential Duties ...

Temporary Leasing Consultant

Stockton, CA

$17 - $20.25/hr

TEMPORARY LEASING CONSULTANT The Leasing Consultant is responsible for all aspects of leasing, marketing, and maintaining positive resident relations of a property. Essential Duties ...

Temporary Leasing Consultant

Gold River, CA

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

TEMPORARY LEASING CONSULTANT The Leasing Consultant is responsible for all aspects of leasing, marketing, and maintaining positive resident relations of a property. Essential Duties ...

Max Salary Not Mentioned Employment Type Contract Jobs (Temp/Consulting) Job Duration 6 months Domain Any Description OPT and EAD can apply Experience and skill: Experience with Hadoop stack ...

Temporary Leasing Consultant

Sacramento, CA

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

TEMPORARY LEASING CONSULTANT The Leasing Consultant is responsible for all aspects of leasing, marketing, and maintaining positive resident relations of a property. Essential Duties ...

C++ Developer

San Jose, CA

$57.50 - $77.25/hr

Max Salary $ DOE Per Hour Employment Type Contract Jobs (Temp/Consulting) Job Duration 6+ Months Domain Any Description Excellent in C++ and Data Structure. analyze the existing C++ services and BLIs.

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How much do temporary consulting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary consulting in California is $17.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.19 and $19.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in temporary consulting roles, and how can they be addressed?

Temporary consulting professionals often face challenges such as quickly adapting to new organizational cultures, understanding client expectations, and managing tight project deadlines. Success in these roles requires strong adaptability, effective communication, and the ability to rapidly build relationships with diverse teams. To address these challenges, consultants should prioritize active listening, clarify project goals early, and remain flexible in their approach. Proactively seeking feedback and staying organized also helps ensure a smooth and productive consulting engagement.

What is temporary consulting?

Temporary consulting refers to short-term professional advisory services provided by experts, often hired on a project basis or for a limited period. These consultants offer specialized skills or knowledge to help organizations solve specific problems, implement new systems, or manage transitions. Temporary consultants typically work independently or through consulting firms and may be engaged for anything from a few days to several months, depending on the client's needs. This arrangement allows companies to access expertise without the commitment of a long-term hire.

What is the difference between Temporary Consulting vs Contract Analyst?

AspectTemporary ConsultingContract Analyst
CredentialsRelevant industry experience, sometimes certificationsTypically requires a degree in finance, business, or related field
Work EnvironmentProject-based, often client-site or remoteOffice or remote, focused on data analysis and reporting
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, corporations, agenciesFinancial institutions, corporations, consulting firms
Search & Comparison IntentSeeking flexible, project-based rolesLooking for financial or data analysis roles on a temporary basis

Temporary Consulting involves providing expert advice or services on a short-term basis across various industries, often focusing on strategic or operational projects. Contract Analysts typically focus on analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and supporting decision-making processes. While both roles are temporary, Consulting roles are broader and advisory, whereas Contract Analysts are specialized in data analysis within finance or business contexts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Consultant, you need strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and relevant industry knowledge, often supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field. Familiarity with project management tools, data analysis software, and sometimes certifications like PMP or Lean Six Sigma can be valuable. Excellent communication, adaptability, and time management are crucial soft skills to quickly integrate with diverse teams and deliver results within tight deadlines. These skills and qualifications ensure that temporary consultants can provide immediate value to clients and effectively solve business challenges in dynamic environments.
What are the most commonly searched types of Consulting jobs in California? The most popular types of Consulting jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Temporary Consulting jobs? Cities in California with the most Temporary Consulting job openings:
Infographic showing various Temporary Consulting job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,390 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

100% Remote | 100% Commissioned Full-Time/Full-Cycle Executive Recruiter, Recruiting Manager and/...

Vertical Careers, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Vertical Careers is growing and hiring for the following roles where Title is flexible and they sky's the limit so "Step Up in the World" with us and "Change Lives One Placement at a Time!"

1. Sales | Business Development [mostly Client facing]

2. Recruitment/Staffing/Talent Acquisitions [mostly Candidate facing]

3. Executive Recruiter/Search Consultant/Recruiting Manager [combo of 1 & 2]

4. Director of Recruitment | Talent Acquisitions [mentor, trainer, leader, supervisor] with track to Partnership 

Exceptional opportunities to be your Own Boss, Own Hours, Own Income Potential!!!

NOTE: This is a 100% Remote & 100% Commission driven role. Please ONLY apply if you're open to it. Prior sales or commission experience helpful. 

  • Do you have 3+ years of Staffing/Recruitment industry experience?
  • Are you Passionate about connecting People's Goals to Opportunities?
  • Are you Driven by Competition and Thrive on Making a Difference "1 placement at a time?"
  • Are you Sick of Reports, Rankings and Meaningless Quotas & #s?
  • Wonder why you're giving up such a huge chunk of your commissions making the company richer instead of your own pockets?
  • Are you Ready for the next Step in your own Vertical Career?
  • Are you Ready to Control your own Destiny and Income?

If you answered YES to 1 or more of the questions above, then you're Ready and this is the "Ideal Entrepreneurial Opportunity” for you. 

Trust us, we've been there & done that for close to a decade!

As a 1099 Consultant for Vertical Careers, Inc. (VCI), you will have:

  • Access to a Strong Alliance of other Tenured Independent Executive Recruiters and Business Development Consultants throughout Southern California [formerly with large national staffing & recruitment firms]
  • Access to Top Notch Mentorships and Leaderships with remarkable track record of success [SuperStars and High Billers]
  • Access to Innovative, Hands-On practical Training the "Headhunting" way, Applicant Tracking System and Job Boards [Crelate.com is amazing!]
  • Access to entire country without territory or category limitations
  • Ability to manage your own Desk and Hours Anyway and from Anywhere you want (1099 Status)
  • Equity/Partnership opportunity for an even bigger piece of the pie, a TRUE entrepreneurial role without the headache of a start-up!
  • Yes, work in your PJs from Home... Why Not?! 
    ***We were well ahead of the world with Fully Remote Work Model well before the Pandemic***


Scope of Responsibilities [all roles assume some of the same responsibilities]:

  • The 1099 Consultant is a completely entrepreneurial role focused on developing and expanding new clients and candidates for senior level Direct-Hire/Permanent or Contract/Temporary/Consulting job orders and placement. The goal is to develop a strong client and candidate base and continually grow “Your Own” business year over year.
  • You work closely with other Vertical Careers Consultants and Split Partners to recruit and identify Top Talent to fill each other’s open positions.
  • Pursue new business prospects in the market without territory limitations. You will adapt to a consultative approach with clients to maximize the value VCI provides at all phases of the business development and/or recruitment process.
  • Recruit using all available and hidden resources to fill positions for your clients, VCI Clients and/or Split Partner Clients. We have a highly collaborative team and a flexible business model that allows for lead sharing with split revenue credit.

Desired Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance or Related Field
  • 3+ years of Prior Agency recruiting experience with Great Track Record of Success
  • Prior recruitment or staffing experience with Accounting/Finance, HR/Office Administration, Legal, IT/Information Systems, Engineering, Supply Chain & Operational Management are helpful, but not required
  • Consultative approach to client management and reputation for building lasting trusted relationships
  • Strong research skills and business acumen; ability to spot trends, business movements and gather new insights to identify growth opportunities
  • Demonstrates effective telephone marketing skills; ability to turn cold calls into conversations
  • Passion for recruiting and ability to conduct professional phone screens and in-person interviews with mid to C-level professionals; ability to build rapport and immediate confidence
  • Successfully matches candidates to client profiles, creates company profiles and conducts pre-selling of staffing solutions.


Critical Success Factors:

  • Natural curiosity and passion for People
  • Personal responsibility and accountability for success
  • Extreme Self Starter and Self Discipline
  • Desire and Motivation for unlimited earning potential
  • Comfort developing relationships over the phone
  • Highly Competitive and Go Getter attitude
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive approach with a great sense of urgency and the ability to act quickly and efficiently

"There are a handful of companies who understand all successful business operations come down to three basic principles; People---Product---Profit. Without top people, you cannot do much with the other two."-Malcolm Forbes