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Temporary Positions Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Davenport, IA · On-site

$17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for temporary COOK positions. * Location : MercyOne Genesis West - 1401 West Central Park Avenue, Davenport, IA 52804. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Davenport, IA · On-site

$17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for temporary COOK positions. * Location : MercyOne Genesis West - 1401 West Central Park Avenue, Davenport, IA 52804. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule

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How much do temporary positions jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary positions in Iowa is $17.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.47 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Positions vs Part-Time Positions?

AspectTemporary PositionsPart-Time Positions
DurationShort-term, project-based or seasonalOngoing, regular schedule, fewer hours
Work HoursVaries, often full-time during contractFewer hours per week, flexible schedule
CredentialsMay require specific skills or certificationsGenerally similar or fewer credentials needed
Employment StatusTypically no long-term commitmentOngoing employment, but not full-time

Temporary positions are short-term roles often tied to specific projects or seasonal needs, offering flexibility but no long-term commitment. Part-time positions are ongoing roles with fewer hours per week, providing regular work but less than full-time hours. Both serve different employment needs, with temporary roles ideal for short-term projects and part-time roles suited for flexible, ongoing work.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Positions job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,915 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Clerk III - Facilities Management

University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, IA • On-site

$19.09/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago


University Of Northern Iowa rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

386th of 620 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Job Title

Under general supervision, receives and processes building access and key requests; tracks brass keys; assigns access levels and schedules electronic doors locks; produces audit reports and assists departments with audit closures; processes EMS reservation requests and coordinates campus building hours; assists with Facilities Management call center and creates work orders; coordinates with motor pool operations; assists with guiding student works; greets visitors and provides front-desk assistance; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

Any combination of related clerical office experience, related undergraduate education, and/or post high school clerical training that is the equivalent of two years of full-time employment.

Position Details:

Job Category: Merit

Type of Position: Regular

Service Schedule: Calendar Year

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Shift: First Shift

Pay Grade: 8

Starting Hourly Rate: $19.09

Application Instructions:

All application materials received by August 28, 2026, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. A resume and cover letter are not required for this position but can be attached when applying. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.

Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo-Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. Learn more about the Cedar Valley at https://livethevalley.com/.

If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

UNI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.

Campus Security & Crime Statistics, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs, and services regarding alcohol, drugs, and sexual abuse, is available in the UNI Annual Security and Fire Report. A paper copy is available from the Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614.

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