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Temporary Administrative Assistant

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$20.50 - $26.25/hr

Candidates may work from home part time, but will be expected to be in the IEEE-USA office at least three days per week. Education * H.S. diploma Req * Associate's degree or equivalent experience ...

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Temporary Assistant Manager - Sales

Leesburg, VA

$1.0K/wk

Our commitment to you as our Temporary Assistant Store Manager - Sales (ASM1) * 6 to 12-week assignment with a $1,00 sign on bonus if you stay through store liquidation process. * A work life balance ...

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Temporary Assistant Manager - Sales

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$1.0K/wk

Our commitment to you as our Temporary Assistant Store Manager - Sales (ASM1) * 6 to 12-week assignment with a $1,00 sign on bonus if you stay through store liquidation process. * A work life balance ...

College of Southern Maryland

Future Temporary Opportunities

MD · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

... week between Christmas and New Year; and for several days in March for Spring Break. We are an ... Temp positions are filled on an as-needed basis. Positions may be for any College department, at ...

Prince William Water

Temporary Positions

Woodbridge, VA · On-site

$18.84/hr

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME SEASONAL POSITIONS (37.5 HOURS PER WEEK) Position Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions UTILITY WORKER ASSISTANT Requesting Department Location Inflow and Infiltration 4 ...

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AspectTemporary WeekTemporary Day
DurationTypically 1 week or moreUsually a single day or less
Work ScheduleFull workweek, often 40 hoursSingle shift or partial day
CertificationsSame as regular temporary roles, e.g., basic safety or industry-specific licensesSame as Temporary Week, minimal additional requirements
Work EnvironmentVaries from office to industrial settingsSimilar environments, often same as Temporary Week
Usage in IndustryCommon for ongoing short-term projects or coverageUsed for one-day assignments or event staffing

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Prince William County Service Authority

Woodbridge, VA • On-site

$18.84/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Salary: $18.84 Hourly
Location : Various - Manassas and Woodbridge, VA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 01299
Department: Various Departments
Division: Various Departments
Opening Date: 03/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
Prince William Water is currently recruiting for the following temporary/seasonal (summer) positions. The length of these assignments varies and is also dependent on available workload.
TEMPORARY FULL-TIME SEASONAL POSITIONS (37.5 HOURS PER WEEK)
Position Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions
UTILITY WORKER ASSISTANT
Requesting Department
Location
Inflow and Infiltration
4 County Complex Court Woodbridge, VA
Position Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:
  • Ability to operate small equipment such as lawn mowers and weed trimmers.
  • Ability to paint.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with others as well as in a team environment.
  • Assists maintenance crews in the absence of personnel.
  • Perform other duties as assigned (i.e. wash trucks, clean shops, etc.)
  • Some experience in grounds and building maintenance and/or painting.
  • Possession of a valid Virginia driver's license with a satisfactory driving record according to Prince William Water policy.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Physical demands: The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion. Position requires workers to walk or stand for long periods; may lift and carry up to 60 pounds; climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; feel the size, shape and temperature of items; and operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak clearly, to see and hear clearly with or without correction, and to detect odors.
  • Work environment: Primary work is performed in shop or field settings and outside. Employees are exposed to dirt and soil; unpleasant odors; working outside in hot and humid conditions, or in inclement weather; and to hazards in the work

WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT
Requesting Department
Location
Warehouse
4 County Complex Court Woodbridge, VA
Position Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:
  • Assists in the work of receiving, storing, and distributing
  • Issues supplies to users.
  • Delivers inter-office mail and packages.
  • Processes outgoing U.S. Mail. Secures postage meter after each use and advises supervisor of postage balance.
  • Takes U.S. Mail to post office.
  • Performs food delivery, room set up and other set up duties for special events.
  • Performs routine maintenance of warehouse.
  • Possession of a valid Virginia driver's license with a satisfactory driving record according to Prince William Water policy.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Physical demands: The work is regularly active and is performed in a warehouse. Typical positions require workers to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; climb stairs, ladders or scaffolding; bend, kneel and crouch; hold, grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally and to use normal or aided vision and hearing.
  • Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is subject to frequent interruptions and workers are exposed to dirt and soil.

Temporary appointment indicates that the employee is scheduled to work up to a maximum of 37.5 hours per work week for less than twelve continuous months; the General Manager may approve a work schedule of 40 hours per work week where the additional work hours serve in the best interest of Prince William Water. Temporary employees shall not receive benefits. Temporary employees are typically hired to perform special tasks for a short duration of time, to relieve periods of high work activity and for summer and winter appointments.
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Due to driving being an essential function of the job, we require all applicants to be 18 years or over. Do you meet this job requirement?
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Which temporary position are you interested in working? Please check all that apply.
  • Utility Worker Assistant
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  • Warehouse Assistant

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