Contract Jobs in Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)

Des Moines, IA, United States Contract On-site $25 - $37 / hour

National Railroad Safety Services (NRSS) provides safety services for the railroad industry, ensuring compliance and protection across construction and maintenance projects. The Contractor in Charge oversees field safety, conducts job briefings, monitors track conditions, coordinates train movements, and documents all activities to meet FRA regulations.

Last seen Aug 22, 2026
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Campus Fellow - Drake University

Voters of Tomorrow

Des Moines,IA,US Contract On-site $1,000 - $1,000 / month

Voters of Tomorrow is a youth‑led political movement building civic power across the U.S. As a Campus Fellow you will partner with field organizers to energize students around the 2026 elections, conducting canvassing, door‑to‑door outreach, and campus events. This role is based at Drake University in Des Moines, IA and requires significant in‑person work on‑site.

Last seen Aug 25, 2026
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Brand Ambassador

Sandpiper Productions

Des Moines,Iowa,United States Contract On-site $30 - $30 / hour

Brand Ambassadors team at Sandpiper Productions drives consumer activation for beverage brands. The role conducts engaging tastings, delivers product presentations, distributes samples, and interacts with customers to build brand awareness.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Peace Officer Candidate

State of Iowa

Des Moines, IA, US Contract On-site $50,398 - $74,069 / year

Iowa State Patrol Capitol Complex team secures the State Capitol Complex and Terrace Hill Governor's Residence. The Peace Officer Candidate conducts building checks, operates magnetometer equipment, provides security presence, manages lock/unlock procedures, and supports troopers and supervisors across day, night, and midnight shifts.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Nurse Practitioner

DOCS Health

Des Moines, IA, United States Contract On-site

Nurse Practitioner role as an independent contractor serving military personnel. Primary focus on weekend work in Missouri under the Reserve Health Readiness Program.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Des Moines, IA - Loss Control Field Inspector – Independent Contractor

Associated Services Inspections

Des Moines, IA, USA Contract On-site

Associated Services Inspections (ASI) provides commercial and residential inspection services to insurance carriers. As a Loss Control Field Inspector you will receive electronic assignments, conduct on‑site evaluations of commercial, residential or agricultural properties, capture photos, take measurements and complete detailed reports in Loss Control 360.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Middleware System Administrator-DevOps Engineer

Omegahires

Des Moines, IA Contract $50 - $70 / hour

Omegahires is hiring a Middleware System Administrator-DevOps Engineer in Des Moines, IA on a 1-year contract. The role focuses on administering JBoss EAP 7/8.x in standalone and domain modes, configuring clustering and failover, and managing CI/CD pipelines via Azure DevOps.

Last seen Aug 25, 2026
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Hearing Conservationists

DOCS Health

Des Moines, IA Contract Hybrid

Hearing Conservationists are needed to provide hearing conservation services to military personnel. Work primarily weekends with some weekdays on an as-needed basis.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Catering Delivery Driver in Des Moines, IA

Meals Now Fleet

Des Moines,IA,USA Contract On-site

Meals Now Delivery Team provides white‑glove catering delivery for corporate offices, schools, hospitals and events. The driver picks up large pre‑scheduled orders, sets up food, trays and utensils on‑site, and captures clean photos for quality assurance.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Des Moines, IA

Lyra Health

Des Moines, IA, United States Contract On-site

Provider Network Development – Specialty Recruitment at Lyra Health partners with clinicians to expand its AI‑powered mental health platform. The therapist delivers evidence‑based, in‑person care to children and families in Des Moines, managing risk and crises while leveraging Lyra’s matching, scheduling, and billing tools.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide PRN

Gentivahs

Des Moines,IA,US Contract Hybrid

Hospice Care Team at Gentiva delivers comfort, dignity, and peace to terminally ill patients. The Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide provides direct personal care, assists with hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation, and offers emotional support in home or hospice settings.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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1099 Window Installer

Renuity

Des Moines,Iowa,United States Contract On-site

Mad City Windows, a Renuity Company, installs home remodeling products to high standards across 36 states. The 1099 Installer installs windows, applies finish work, and ensures customer satisfaction through final walkthroughs and payment authorization.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Weekend Rounding (Sat/Sun)

Curana Health

Des Moines,IA,US Contract On-site

Curana Health Clinical Team delivers primary care to seniors in skilled nursing and independent living communities. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides comprehensive assessments, chronic disease management, and coordinated care during weekend rounds at assigned facilities.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Case Management Nurse I (Remote Eligible)

Wellmark, Inc.

Des Moines, Iowa, United States Contract Remote

As a Case Management Nurse I at Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, you will serve as a key advisor engaging with members across Iowa and South Dakota to support chronic and complex health care needs. Day-to-day, you will create and manage individualized care plans, partner with members, families, providers, and community resources to coordinate care, and document activities using clinical documentation platforms and Microsoft Office.

Last seen Aug 25, 2026
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Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem

Select Medical Holdings

Des Moines, IA, USA Contract On-site $35 - $35 / hour

Respiratory Therapy team at Select Specialty Hospital provides critical illness recovery care for post‑ICU patients. The Respiratory Therapist delivers patient assessments, develops treatment plans, performs endotracheal intubation and removal, and educates patients and families.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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ELECTIONS OFFICE CLERK (ON-CALL)

Polk County

Des Moines, IA, US Contract $21 - $21 / hour

The Polk County Elections Office hires an On-Call Elections Office Clerk to support election operations through the end of election season. The role coordinates absentee ballots and voter registrations, assists voters in person and by phone, and performs clerical tasks such as filing, sorting, data entry, mailing processing, and quality control.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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On-Call IT Field Technician

Geeks on Site

Des Moines,IA,United States Contract On-site $35 - $35 / hour

Geeks On Site Field Services provides nationwide computer repair and technology support for homes and businesses. The On-Call IT Field Technician troubleshoots Windows and macOS devices, resolves networking issues, installs printers, POS systems, and performs outdoor TV mounting, working flexible on‑site assignments across multiple Iowa cities.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Case Management Nurse I (Remote Eligible)

Wellmark, Inc.

Des Moines, Iowa, United States Contract Remote

Case Management Nurse I at Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield serves as a key advisor engaging members across Iowa and South Dakota to support chronic and complex health care needs. Day-to-day work includes creating and managing individualized care plans, coordinating care with members, families, providers, and community resources, and documenting activities in clinical platforms.

Last seen Aug 25, 2026
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Stagehand - Civic Center IATSE Referrals

Des Moines Performing Arts

Des Moines, IA, United States Contract On-site

Stagehand position at Des Moines Performing Arts, supporting staging and material movement for productions. Responsible for loading/unloading scenery, following instructions, ensuring safety standards, and assisting other departments.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Des Moines, IA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)

Des Moines, Iowa, United States Contract On-site

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) provides 24/7 emergency care for pets across the nation. As a per diem Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician you will triage, treat, and monitor critical patients, perform anesthesia, diagnostics, and CPR while supporting doctors and pet owners.

Last seen Aug 26, 2026
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Contract Jobs in Des Moines: FAQ

How many Contract Jobs in Des Moines are open right now?

77 Contract Jobs in Des Moines are live on NextGig, all seen active within the last 45 days. The list refreshes daily as new roles are posted and filled ones drop off.

Which companies are hiring for Contract Jobs in Des Moines?

Employers with current openings include National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS), Voters of Tomorrow, Sandpiper Productions, State of Iowa, DOCS Health, Associated Services Inspections, and others. Every listing links straight to the employer's application page.

What do Contract Jobs in Des Moines pay?

8 of the 20 newest listings disclose pay, for example $25 - $37 / hour at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS), $1,000 - $1,000 / month at Voters of Tomorrow, $30 - $30 / hour at Sandpiper Productions. Open a listing for the full compensation details.

Are any of these roles remote?

Of the 20 newest listings on this page, 2 are remote and 2 are hybrid. The work model is shown on each job card.