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Weekend Project Assistant Jobs in Des Moines, IA

As a Project Assistant II, you will be responsible for providing project administrative support for multiple contracts/programs/customers including supporting development of business specific ...

As a Project Assistant II, you will be responsible for providing project administrative support for multiple contracts/programs/customers including supporting development of business specific ...

As a Project Assistant II, you will be responsible for providing project administrative support for multiple contracts/programs/customers including supporting development of business specific ...

Assistant Project Managers support management of all activities related to assigned projects. The position ensures that projects are completed effectively within cost, schedule, quality, and safety ...

They assist through all life-cycles of a project by supporting and learning from Project Managers ... Ability to work nights and weekends as necessary * Valid driver's license * Ability to pass post ...

They assist through all life-cycles of a project by supporting and learning from Project Managers ... Ability to work nights and weekends as necessary * Valid driver's license * Ability to pass post ...

They assist through all life-cycles of a project by supporting and learning from Project Managers ... Ability to work nights and weekends as necessary * Valid driver's license * Ability to pass post ...

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How much do weekend project assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend project assistant in Des Moines, IA is $21.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.88 and $23.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend project assistant?

Weekend Project Assistants are support staff who help with various tasks related to ongoing projects, typically during weekends. Their responsibilities can include organizing materials, setting up and cleaning workspaces, assisting project managers, coordinating schedules, and providing administrative support. This role is important for ensuring that projects run smoothly outside of regular business hours, allowing teams to meet deadlines and maintain productivity. Weekend Project Assistants are commonly found in industries such as events, construction, research, and community organizations.

What are the typical responsibilities of a weekend project assistant?

As a Weekend Project Assistant, you’ll often help coordinate project tasks, manage schedules, and ensure that team members have the resources they need to stay on track during weekend shifts. You might be responsible for updating project documentation, communicating progress to supervisors, and troubleshooting minor issues as they arise. Your support is crucial in keeping weekend operations running smoothly and ensuring that project milestones are met on time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend project assistant?

To thrive as a Weekend Project Assistant, you generally need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic project management knowledge, often supported by a high school diploma or some college coursework. Familiarity with productivity tools like Microsoft Office, project management software (such as Trello or Asana), and communication platforms is typically required. Excellent time management, adaptability, and effective communication skills help you coordinate tasks and support team members efficiently during limited weekend hours. These abilities ensure smooth project execution, timely completion of tasks, and reliable support for teams working outside standard business hours.

What cities near Des Moines, IA are hiring for Weekend Project Assistant jobs?

Cities near Des Moines, IA with the most Weekend Project Assistant job openings:

Project Assistant II

West Des Moines, IA • On-site

Telligen
501 - 1,000 employees

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Telligen rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

As a Project Assistant II, you will be responsible for providing project administrative support for multiple contracts/programs/customers including supporting development of business specific documents. Business specific documents may include, but are not limited to, manuals, reports, spreadsheets, graphs, PowerPoint presentations and educational materials. You will be responsible for facilitating internal and external stakeholder meetings which includes preparing and distributing agendas and minutes. This position is also responsible for developing and monitoring project timelines.
This position requires the ability to be in office in our West Des Moines, Iowa location at least once per month, and additionally, as needed.
What you'll do:
  • Prepare documentation, including writing, assisting with writing or formatting (agenda, minutes, handouts, manuals, publications, deliverables, reports and educational materials according to contract/program requirements etc.) for internal team meetings and/or external customer meetings to support team
  • Create, update and monitor timelines
  • Maintains organizational charts
  • Coordinate documentation from multiple sources
  • Ensure on-line or hard copy materials are accurate and in a professional format according to contract/program requirements
  • Communicate in a professional manner with internal/external customers
  • Escalate issues through appropriate channels, following established hierarchical protocols between clinical and non-clinical staff members
  • Perform support functions, such as answering program inquiries via telephone or help desk; travel arrangements; registrations; purchasing supplies for the team; scheduling onsite and offsite meetings and conference calls; answering phones; copying and distributing correspondence
  • Coordinate schedules for team members
  • May create a master planning calendar of contract events
  • Coordinate set-up for new hires
  • May monitor status of agreements and contracts
  • Mentor and orient other project assistants.
  • Monitor status of deliverables, data processing and reporting schedules and report variations or discrepancies to management
  • Ensure files are up to date and accurate
  • Research and make recommendations to the team for process improvements related to documentation and deliverables
  • Perform software or process improvement testing upon request, identifying issues and recommending changes as needed, according to contract/program requirements and needs.

Required Skills and Experience:
  • Two-year degree in business, healthcare, IT or related field and/or equivalent training and/or experience
  • 3 - 4 years' experience in project administrative support
  • Demonstrated ability working with confidential information and in a deadline driven environment
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively multi-task and solve problems
  • Positions working on specific contracts may require U.S. Citizenship
  • 5% local and overnight travel
  • Ability to be in office at least once per month, and additionally, as needed

Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • Advanced knowledge and experience with Windows, all Microsoft Office products, and other PC-based software.
  • Highly proficient keyboarding skills with accuracy, including spelling, grammar, and mechanics
  • Keyboarding equivalent to 50 words or more per minute
  • Ability to work within multiple software environments and acclimate to client or project specific software
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Proactive and self-motivated
  • Ability to consume information, perform research, and understand content
  • Federal contracts: Knowledge of Section 508 compliance and associated document formatting
  • For certain contracts: ability to effectively guide members to appropriate member benefit information

Who We Are:
Telligen is one of the most respected population health management organizations in the country. We offer clinical, analytical, and technical expertise to support local, Tribal, and national partners, state and federal government programs, and employers and health plans.
Over our 50-year history, health care has evolved - and so have we. What hasn't changed is our deep commitment to those we serve. Our success is built on our ability to adapt, respond to client needs and deliver innovative, mission-driven solutions.
Our business is our people and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and are ready to take ownership, make an impact and help shape the future of health.
Are you Ready?
We're on a mission to transform lives and economies by improving health.
Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, our employee-owners drive our business and share in our success.
Community: We show up - for our clients, our communities and each other. Being a responsible corporate partner is part of who we are.
Ingenuity: We value bold ideas and calculated risks. Innovation thrives when we challenge the status quo and listen to diverse perspectives.
Integrity: We foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment built on trust and excellence.
Thank you for your interest in Telligen!
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While we use artificial intelligence tools to enhance our initial screening process, all applications are thoroughly reviewed by our human recruitment team to ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation of each candidate.
Telligen and our affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and E-Verify Participants.
Telligen will not provide sponsorship for this position. If you will require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time. We will not accept 3rd party solicitations from outside staffing firms.
Telligen is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected class.
Telligen is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance during any part of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-base basis.
If you need assistance to navigate Telligen's careers website or to apply for a position, please send an email to [email protected]
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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