State of Iowa Jobs

Q: How many jobs does State of Iowa have open?

State of Iowa has 175 open positions on NextGig, gathered from its own job postings and refreshed daily.

Q: What does State of Iowa pay?

Across openings that list pay, the posted range is $12–$60.04/hr · $31k–$322k/yr.

Q: Which State of Iowa jobs close soon?

111 openings close within the next 7 days.

175 open positions

175 current openings at State of Iowa. Listed pay $12–$60.04/hr · $31k–$322k/yr. Updated daily from the employer's own postings.

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Rehabilitation Counselor - Ottumwa

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Ottumwa Full-time $56,992.00 - $86,361.60 Annually

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) is seeking a Rehabilitation Counselor to join our team at the Vocational Rehabilitation branch office in Ottumwa, Iowa.

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Dental Contract Manager

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Des Moines Full-time $70,075.20 - $108,388.80 Annually

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Medicaid, Bureau of Contracting is seeking a Dental Contract Manager to join our team!

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Maintenance Repairer - HVAC/Plumbing Shop

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Cherokee Full-time $45,427.20 - $58,468.80 Annually

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, Bureau of Cherokee Mental Health Institute (CMHI) is seeking a Maintenance Repairer to join our team in the…

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Child and Family Services Case Manager

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Waterloo Full-time $50,232.00 - $74,672.00 Annually

Are you someone who believes in the power of connection, healing, and long-term support?

Engagement and advocacyCrisis managementOral and written communication skillsPrioritization and time management

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State Industries Supervisor

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Newton Full-time $63,585.60 - $98,633.60 Annually

Iowa Prison Industries is seeking an experienced operational leader to serve as a State Industries Supervisor overseeing Canteen operations.

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Traffic Technician

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Iowa, United States Full-time $61,755.20 - $94,036.80 Annually

Join the Iowa DOT’s District 4 team and play a key role in keeping Iowa’s highways safe, efficient, and well-managed.

Computer Aided DesignTraffic engineering studiesPavement marking programTraffic incident management (TIM)

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Diesel Mechanic - Cedar Rapids

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Iowa, United States Full-time $57,200.00 - $74,068.80 Annually

The Iowa Department of Transportation is looking to add a Diesel Mechanic to our team!

Computer-controlled systemsElectronic and hydraulic controlsWinter maintenance operationsAnti-icing and deicing principles

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Residential Officer - Fort Des Moines

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Des Moines Full-time $47,715.20 - $70,720.00 Annually

As a Residential Officer in our 24-hour community-based corrections facility, you will be a direct service provider, engaging in high-contact interactions with clients.

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Nursing Unit Coordinator

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Fort Madison Full-time $41,932.80 - $61,380.80 Annually

Medical Records and Administrative Support- Provides administrative and medical-record support for Health Services. <span

Medical terminologyClerical workElectronic health recordScheduling

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Judicial Operations Clerk (D6 Johnson 145076)

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Iowa City Full-time $45,718.40 - $72,259.20 Annually

The Iowa Judicial Branch, in Johnson County, seeks applicants for a Judicial Operations Clerk to perform the clerical support and customer service for efficient court operations and the integrity of court records.

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Judicial Operations Clerk (D6 Johnson 112649)

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Iowa City Full-time $45,718.40 - $72,259.20 Annually

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HVAC Technician

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Iowa, United States Full-time $54,163.20 - $70,720.00 Annually

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Construction Engineering Intern/Co-op

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Grimes Internship $19.76 Hourly

The Grimes Construction Office is looking to hire Construction Interns/Co-ops for the 2027 construction season.

EngineeringCivil Engineering Technology

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Social Work Supervisor

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Adel Full-time $63,585.60 - $98,633.60 Annually

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Family Well-Being & Protection (FWB&P), Child Protective Services, Northern Iowa Service Area is seeking a Social Work Supervisor to join our team!

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Child & Family Services Case Manager

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Charles City Full-time $50,232.00 - $74,672.00 Annually

Are you someone who believes in the power of connection, healing, and long-term support?

Engagement and advocacyCrisis managementOral and written communication skillsPrioritization and time management

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Highway Technician Associate - Avoca

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Avoca Full-time $50,918.40 - $70,720.00 Annually

Do you like having variety in your day-to-day activities? If you love being outside and have a safety-first mindset in all that you do, the Iowa DOT wants you to join our team!

CDLHighway maintenanceEquipment operationTraffic control

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Resident Aide - Part Time, Iowa Veterans Home

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Marshalltown Part-time $13.02 - $18.33 Hourly

If you are interested in the health care field, this is a great position to start in. The Iowa Veterans Home is looking for part time Resident Aides to assist on the unit.

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Highway Technician Associate - Newton

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Newton Full-time $50,918.40 - $70,720.00 Annually

If a variety of hands-on, outdoor work excites you, and safety guides you, start your career with the Iowa Department of Transportation.

CDLHighway maintenanceEquipment operationTraffic control

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Child & Family Services Case Manager

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Iowa City Full-time $50,232.00 - $74,672.00 Annually

Are you someone who believes in the power of connection, healing, and long-term support?

Engagement and advocacyCrisis managementOral and written communication skillsPrioritization and time management

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Environmental Compliance Data & Reporting Specialist

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Des Moines Full-time $54,350.40 - $81,972.80 Annually

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical Environmental Program Specialist to manage Iowa's Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Tier II Program and support…

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About State of Iowa jobs

State of Iowa has 175 open positions, mostly in Des Moines, Marshalltown and Ames. Openings include Correctional Officer, Registered Nurse and Child & Family Services Case Manager. Typical posted pay is $60k–$81k/yr or $16.46–$39/hr.

Pay by opening

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

Dental Contract ManagerDes Moines

$70k–$108k/yr

State Industries SupervisorNewton

$64k–$99k/yr

Social Work SupervisorAdel

$64k–$99k/yr

Traffic Technician

$62k–$94k/yr

Rehabilitation Counselor - OttumwaOttumwa

$57k–$86k/yr

Environmental Compliance Data & Reporting SpecialistDes Moines

$54k–$82k/yr

Child and Family Services Case ManagerWaterloo

$50k–$75k/yr

Child & Family Services Case ManagerCharles City

$50k–$75k/yr

Child & Family Services Case ManagerIowa City

$50k–$75k/yr

Diesel Mechanic - Cedar Rapids

$57k–$74k/yr

Judicial Operations Clerk (D6 Johnson 145076)Iowa City

$46k–$72k/yr

Judicial Operations Clerk (D6 Johnson 112649)Iowa City

$46k–$72k/yr

Residential Officer - Fort Des MoinesDes Moines

$48k–$71k/yr

HVAC Technician

$54k–$71k/yr

Highway Technician Associate - AvocaAvoca

$51k–$71k/yr

Highway Technician Associate - NewtonNewton

$51k–$71k/yr

Nursing Unit CoordinatorFort Madison

$42k–$61k/yr

Maintenance Repairer - HVAC/Plumbing ShopCherokee

$45k–$58k/yr

Construction Engineering Intern/Co-opGrimes

$19.76/hr

Resident Aide - Part Time, Iowa Veterans HomeMarshalltown

$13.02–$18.33/hr

Top skills at State of Iowa

How many open postings ask for each skill.

Strong observational and analytical skills

10 jobs

Teamwork, collaboration, and consultation

10 jobs

Integrity

10 jobs

Strong work ethic

9 jobs

Customer service

8 jobs

communication skills

7 jobs

Critical thinking

7 jobs

CDL

6 jobs

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Registered Nurse jobs14 open Spring Unpaid Social Work Internship jobs10 open Judicial Operations Clerk jobs10 open Public Defender jobs8 open Licensed Practical Nurse jobs8 open Correctional Officer jobs7 open Administrative Support Assistant jobs7 open Highway Technician Associate jobs6 open

Pay by role at State of Iowa

Role	Latest posted pay	Postings
Judicial Operations Clerk	$21.98–$34.74/hr	79
Registered Nurse	$34.97/hr	43
Administrative Support Assistant	$41,933–$61,381/yr	43
Residential Officer	$22.94–$34/hr	41
Highway Technician	$50,398–$74,069/yr	38
Rehabilitation Counselor	$27.40/hr	38
Highway Technician Associate	$50,918–$70,720/yr	37
Public Defender	$85,176–$130,603/yr	36
Education Program Consultant	$68,058–$105,206/yr	33
Licensed Practical Nurse	$30.38/hr	28

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