paid position
/peɪd pəˈzɪʒən/ · paid po·si·tion
noun
- A job or role that is financially compensated. After completing her degree, she landed a paid position at a prestigious marketing firm.
- A specific role or function within an organization that is funded or supported financially. The new paid position of community outreach coordinator was created to improve the company's social responsibility efforts.
Did you know? The concept of paid positions has evolved significantly over time, with ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Greeks employing people in various roles, including artisans, farmers, and soldiers, often in exchange for food, shelter, or other forms of compensation.