City of Des Moines, IA Jobs

16 open positions

16 current openings at City of Des Moines, IA across 5 departments. Listed pay $13.50–$58.86/hr · $85k–$198k/yr. Updated daily from the employer's own postings.

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Street Maintenance Administrator

City of Des Moines, IA · Public Works · Closes Oct 14

Des Moines Full-time $133,910.40 - $190,548.80 Annually

Plans, organizes and directs the operations and activities of the Street Maintenance Division including bridge maintenance, right of way and streetscape maintenance, and the administration of the City’s snow and ice…

Street maintenanceBridge maintenanceStreetscape maintenanceSnow and ice control
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Wastewater Facility Operations & Maintenance Helper

City of Des Moines, IA · Wastewater Reclamation Authority · Closes Oct 19

Des Moines Regular full-time $27.90 - $33.22 Hourly

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled and skilled work to assist in the operation and maintenance of the Wastewater Reclamation Authority's buildings, structures, and assets.

Semi-skilled laborConfined space entry proceduresForkliftSkid loader
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Street Sweeper Operator

City of Des Moines, IA · Public Works · Closes Oct 20

Des Moines Regular full-time $34.67 - $36.31 Hourly

Under general supervision, operates a large, motorized street sweeper to ensure the cleanliness and safety of public roadways, curbs, and parking areas.

Minor servicing and maintenance repairs
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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City Forester

City of Des Moines, IA · Public Works · Closes Oct 20

Des Moines Regular full-time $46.44 - $58.86 Hourly

Develops, manages and leads activities related to the Urban Forest in the City of Des Moines.

ArboricultureTree ordinancesCapital Improvement ProgramLiaison
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Parks and Recreation Customer Service Representative - Reichardt Community Rec Center (30 Hours)

City of Des Moines, IA · Parks · Closes Oct 22

Des Moines Part-time $23.91 - $28.32 Hourly

Performs a variety of clerical, general office duties, and information dissemination services for employees and visitors; performs directly related work as required.

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Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Parks and Recreation Associate - Mobile Recreation

City of Des Moines, IA · Parks · Closes Oct 30

Des Moines Regular less than half-time $14.50 - $15.50 Hourly

Under general supervision, assists patrons, assists staff with the facilitation of scheduled programs and events including set-ups, tear downs, monitoring patron activity and general maintenance duties; and performs…

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Seasonal Cashier - Brenton Skating Plaza

City of Des Moines, IA · Parks · Closes Nov 20

Des Moines Full-time $13.50 - $14.50 Hourly

City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation team ensures safe, welcoming ice‑skating experiences at Brenton Skating Plaza.

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Seasonal Recreation Specialist - Brenton Skating Plaza

City of Des Moines, IA · Parks · Closes Nov 20

Des Moines Full-time $15.75 - $16.75 Hourly

City of Des Moines Recreation Department oversees community ice skating programs.

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Office Attendant - Activity Center

City of Des Moines, IA · Closes Nov 23

Des Moines Part-time $17.22 - $19.33 Hourly

Do you have a passion for directly serving the citizens in your community? Do you enjoy being able to provide thoughtful conversation, resources and participation in a variety of activities or programming?

Microsoft Word for WindowsExcelRecreation "Class" Registration softwareMicrosoft Word
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Payroll Specialist II

City of Des Moines, IA · Finance · Closes Nov 23

Des Moines Full-time $86,933.25 - $105,667.20 Annually

The City of Des Moines is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to play a critical role in ensuring our employees are paid accurately, on time, and in compliance with ever changing laws and regulations.

Payroll principles and practicesAccounting principles and fund accountingPayroll tax reportingEmployee benefit administration
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Director of Parks and Recreation

City of Des Moines, IA · Park and Recreation · Closes Nov 27

Des Moines Full-time $156,362 - $197,662
Strategic planningBudgetingFinancial managementCapital planning
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Facility Attendant

City of Des Moines, IA

Des Moines Part-time $15 - $22 / hour

Facility Attendant position in Des Moines, WA with City of Des Moines. Part‑time role responsible for care, maintenance, and security of multi‑purpose recreation facilities.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Head Lifeguard - Permanent Part Time

City of Des Moines, IA

Des Moines Part-time $16 - $18 / hour

The City of Des Moines seeks a dedicated Head Lifeguard to oversee pool safety and staff at the Reichardt Community Recreation Center and seasonal outdoor pools.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Facilities Maintenance Specialist

City of Des Moines, IA

Des Moines Full-time $6,506 - $7,907 / month

If you’re a skilled trades professional with broad building maintenance experience, the City of Des Moines offers an opportunity to put your full skillset to work.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Comptroller

City of Des Moines, IA

Des Moines Full-time $116,085 - $165,402 / year

Comptroller at City of Des Moines leads the Accounting division, ensuring accurate financial reporting and controls across city operations.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Code Enforcement Officer - Limited Term (Two Years)

City of Des Moines, IA

Des Moines Full-time $84,573 - $102,791 / year

City of Des Moines Police Department’s Code Enforcement team ensures community safety by inspecting properties, investigating complaints, and educating residents on municipal codes.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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About City of Des Moines, IA jobs

City of Des Moines, IA has 16 open positions, mostly in Des Moines. Openings include Street Maintenance Administrator, Wastewater Facility Operations & Maintenance Helper and Street Sweeper Operator. The departments hiring most are Parks, Public Works and Wastewater Reclamation Authority. Typical posted pay is $96k–$162k/yr or $16.25–$30.56/hr.

Pay by opening

Each opening's posted range; bars compare them as full-time yearly pay.

Director of Parks and RecreationDes Moines
$156k–$198k/yr
Street Maintenance AdministratorDes Moines
$134k–$191k/yr
ComptrollerDes Moines
$116k–$165k/yr
City ForesterDes Moines
$46.44–$58.86/hr
Payroll Specialist IIDes Moines
$87k–$106k/yr
Code Enforcement Officer - Limited Term (Two Years)Des Moines
$85k–$103k/yr
Street Sweeper OperatorDes Moines
$34.67–$36.31/hr
Wastewater Facility Operations & Maintenance HelperDes Moines
$27.90–$33.22/hr
Parks and Recreation Customer Service Representative - Reichardt Community Rec Center (30 Hours)Des Moines
$23.91–$28.32/hr
Facility AttendantDes Moines
$14.99–$22.49/hr
Office Attendant - Activity CenterDes Moines
$17.22–$19.33/hr
Head Lifeguard - Permanent Part TimeDes Moines
$16.50–$17.50/hr
Seasonal Recreation Specialist - Brenton Skating PlazaDes Moines
$15.75–$16.75/hr
Parks and Recreation Associate - Mobile RecreationDes Moines
$14.50–$15.50/hr
Seasonal Cashier - Brenton Skating PlazaDes Moines
$13.50–$14.50/hr

Openings by department

Parks
4
Public Works
3
Wastewater Reclamation Authority
1
Finance
1
Park and Recreation
1

City of Des Moines, IA Jobs: FAQ

How many jobs does City of Des Moines have open?

City of Des Moines, IA has 16 open positions on NextGig, gathered from its own job postings and refreshed daily.

Which City of Des Moines departments are hiring?

The departments with the most openings are Parks, Public Works, Wastewater Reclamation Authority, Finance, Park and Recreation.

What does City of Des Moines pay?

Across openings that list pay, the posted range is $13.50–$58.86/hr · $85k–$198k/yr.

Which City of Des Moines jobs close soon?

1 openings close within the next 7 days.