Connecting People with Job Opportunities + Educational Services Through the Evelyn K. Davis Center in DSM

Des Moines Area Community College’s (DMACC’s) Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families is keeping busy creating opportunities through employment support programming and events. Here are the latest offerings to help connect and improve individuals’ employability and assist in connecting people with positions at Greater Des Moines (DSM) businesses and organizations.

Schedule a time to meet with a Career Coach from the Evelyn K. Davis Center at evelynkdaviscenter.org/appointments.

Employment Support

There are numerous openings with DSM organizations, as well as other opportunities to be aware of through the Evelyn K. Davis Center. Career coaches are also available at the following locations: Evelyn K. Davis Center, 1171 7th St., Des Moines (8 a.m. - 4 p.m. M-F); Northside Library, 3516 5th Ave., Des Moines (10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Wednesdays)

Events + Other Opportunities

• On-Site Hiring Events from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. See flyer for more details.
  • Fedex on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024
  • Goodwill Industries of Central Iowa on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024
  • Michael's Foods on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024

• The Evelyn K. Davis Center will offer Digital Literacy Classes beginning Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. See flyer for more details.
• The Evelyn K. Davis Center will be hosting a Servsafe Food Protection Manager class and test on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024 (in English) through Iowa State University Extension & Outreach. Register here.
• Opportunity Passport Financial Capability Trainings for Youth in Foster Care will be held at the EKD Center, 1171 7th St., Des Moines. Lunch will be provided. 2024 trainings are from 9 a.m. until Noon on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024.
  • Download the Eligibility Form.
  • Download the Enrollment Form.
• Parenting classes for new parents, parents sharing custody, parents of all ages, formerly incarcerated parents and adults in parenting roles. Contact Charles Zanders for more information (515) 697-1475!

IowaWorks Events + Other Opportunities

Grab a Job Tuesday Hiring Event

This event will feature united States Postal Service (USPS) and Arcosa Wind Towers on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 from 9 - 11 a.m.

Annual Vetworking Event

This event will take place Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 from 9 - 11 a.m. Veterans can meet with local employers and resources in the area as well as network with fellow Veterans. See flyer for more details.

Hot Off the Press Jobs

• Principal Financial Services, Inc.
  • Position Highlight: Accounting Analyst
  • Location: Des Moines, Iowa
• DMACC
  • Position Highlight: Custodian
  • Location: Des Moines, Iowa
• UnityPoint Health
  • Position Highlight: Housekeeper, First Shift, Methodist
  • Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Check out new listings and more at IowaWorks.

Employment Opportunities

• DMACC Urban Campus is hiring two custodians.
• ABM is hiring.
• Boys Town is hiring.
• Des Moines Public Schools is hosting a Special Education Associate Job Fari on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at 2100 Fleur Dr. in Des Moines.
• The City of West Des Moines is hiring the following positions:
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Safety Telecommunicator
• City of Des Moines is hiring an IT Database Administrator and a Neighborhood Inspector.
• Grinnell is hiring and offering great benefits. The competitive benefits include an educational assistance program, 10% annual salary contributed to your retirement without matching requirements, PTO (vacation and sick time) and 10 paid holidays. Insurance policies are available such as Top-tier Wellmark medical with FSA option, Delta Dental, vision, life, travel and accident. You will also have access to short and long-term disability insurance, prescription coverage, free athletic facility access, on-campus event admission and more.
  • These key positions that have recently opened Horticulturalist and Assistant Director Of Corporate, Foundation and Government Relations. These roles are essential in enhancing the well-being of our students and contributing to the vibrant community at Grinnell College! Also check out these positions: Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities, Equipment and Events, Residence Life Coordinator and Assistant Athletic Trainer.
• Kemin is hiring.
• Bayer's Central Seed Processing & Trait Pipeline is hiring production operators.
• T. Marzetti is hiring.
• Mrs. Clark's is hiring.
• The International Rescue Committee is hiring. Contact Dawn Murley at dawn.murley@rescue.org for more information.
  • STAR Case Management Coordinator
  • STAR Cultural & Community Liaison
  • STAR Caseworker
• The Printer, Inc. (TPI) is hiring.
• Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring.
• UnityPoint Health is hiring.
• FedEx is hiring.
• Prairie Meadows is hiring.
  
• Express Employment Professionals is hiring for the following positions. Contact Bradley Gift at (515) 706-1600 for more information.
• Attached are the State of Iowa's new job opportunities sorted by location and job title. You can find these and other vacancies, with full job descriptions, by visiting the State of Iowa Careers site. Instructions on how to apply can also be found on each job posting. Please follow the steps identified on each job posting to apply. For more information on working for the State of Iowa, including benefit information and applicant support, please visit our State of Iowa Recruitment website.

Miscellaneous Notes 

If your organization has resources or events similar to the ones above to share, reach out to me at mrbrown17@dmacc.edu.

• Community Resource Fair: Community partners will come together to provide a on-stop shop event to meet the needs of those facing barriers in their community on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Full Circle Recovery Community Center, 1750 48th St., Ste. 101A in Des Moines. See flyer for more details.
• Oak Academy: The Oak Academy offers free childcare for anyone (you don’t have to be an Oakridge resident) who is actively looking for work and is in need of childcare while they conduct their search. They have a full day program for families to utilize, while searching for employment, in English class, HiSET, etc., which would qualify families for all-day / free childcare at Oak Academy. English does not have to be a family's first language, and the program is free and located on our campus. Often, people in job search and various classes do not qualify for childcare, and this is one program that would help ease the burden of finding it. See flyer for more details.
• Free Community Health Work Training for those who qualify! This course will help you obtain the skills and knowledge needed to serve as a community health worker.
• Iowa DOT at Central Library: Obtain a valid State of Iowa ID with no supporting documentation required. Registration is required. The event will take place at Central Library, 1000 Grand Ave. in Des Moines on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 from 2 - 3 p.m. in meeting rooms 1 and 2. See information here. Note: There is a maximum of 50 attendees per training. Call or email Ashlan Lippert at (515) 201-9823 or email AELippert@dmpl.org.

The Evelyn K. Davis Center helps central Iowans build their educational & job dreams by offering career & financial coaching, small business solutions, Men on the Move Clothing Closet and Opportunity Passport. Use the following link to schedule time to meet with an Evelyn K. Davis Center Employee. Learn more at evelynkdaviscenter.org.

If your organization has resources or events similar to the ones above to share, reach out to me at mrbrown17@dmacc.edu.

Job opportunities and career resources are abundant in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Whether you're looking to find an internship, a job, develop professionally or grow as a student, we have the resources to help you thrive.