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Administrative Assistant

Express Employment ProfessionalsSacramento, CATemporary$20.50-$21.00/HourlyRate

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Agency
Express Employment Professionals
Location
Sacramento, CA
Job type
Temporary
Pay
$20.50-$21.00/HourlyRate
Profession
Administrative Assistant
Industry
Office & Admin
Posted
Sep 23, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$20.75
Weekly
$519
Yearly (full-time)
$43,160

This job pays about $20.75/hour — 22% below the median for Administrative Assistant jobs in California ($26.64/hour).

Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 25 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Administrative Assistant jobs in California right now

  • 8 open Administrative Assistant jobs in California from 2 agencies, 2 of them in Sacramento.
  • Pay in these listings: $17.40 – $25.50/hour, median $20.75/hour.
  • Typical Administrative Assistant pay in California: $26.64/hour ($55,411/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: Express Employment Professionals ($20.75/hour across 5 jobs).

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Job description

Part-Time Administrative Office AssistantLocation: Sacramento, CA Employment Type: Part-Time, Temporary (Potential for Full-Time) Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–1:00 PM or 12:00 PM–5:00 PMPosition OverviewExpress Employment Professionals is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Part-Time Administrative Office Assistant for a Sacramento-based company specializing in labor compliance, contract administration, project management, and government compliance services.This position is ideal for an experienced administrative professional who enjoys supporting a busy office, maintaining organized records, and assisting with project-related tasks. Experience in construction, prevailing wage, certified payroll, or contract administration is a plus, but not required.Key Responsibilities
  • Open and prepare the office for daily business operations.
  • Perform general administrative duties, including answering multi-line phones, managing emails, scanning, and filing.
  • Maintain organized electronic and hard-copy filing systems.
  • Update and maintain project information, databases, and records.
  • Provide administrative support to management and project staff.
  • Assist with document preparation, data entry, and project-related tasks.
  • Support prevailing wage compliance, certified payroll, contract administration, and audit activities as needed.
  • Review documents for accuracy and completeness.
Qualifications
  • 2–3 years of administrative or office support experience preferred.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email, and general office technology.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and follow through on assignments.
  • Comfortable reviewing documents and working with detailed information.
  • Experience in construction administration, prevailing wage, certified payroll, or compliance is a plus.
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Schedule & OpportunityThis is a part-time position offering approximately 25 hours per week, with morning or afternoon scheduling options:
  • Morning Shift: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • Afternoon Shift: 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
There may be an opportunity to transition into full-time employment based on business needs.

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