Distinguishing Features of the ClassThe principal function of an employee in this class is to ensure Departmental and citizen input into the management process of City government. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the City Manager or designee but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other City employees, business and community organizations and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment.
The City of Des Moines promotes a healthy work life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Residency Incentive Program
Alternative Work Schedule Options
Paid Volunteer Time-Off
Parental Leave
Vacation and Sick Leave
12 Paid Holidays
Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
Wellness Programs and Activities
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
Defined Benefit Pension Plan through IPERS
Deferred Compensation Plan with City Match up to 2.5%
Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
Employee Discount Program
Acceptable Experience and Training- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree business, public administration, political science, communications or a closely related field; and
- Some experience in research, writing and related functions; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.
NOTE: Educational Transcripts must be attached to your online application or submitted separately to and received by the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department
by the application deadline date to receive credit
. Transcripts may be submitted electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317
. Required Special Qualifications- Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen;
- Possession of a valid Iowa driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)- Collects information for use in policy development by the City Manager, City Council and the Mayor;
- Researches trends within municipal management/operations nationwide and tracts pertinent State and Federal legislation;
- Performs research and information gathering duties on a wide range of issues of concern to the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager affecting both municipal operations and the public;
- Provides staff reports on issues within municipal operations, including coordination with City Department Heads and other managerial staff;
- Provides staff support for the City Manager, City Council and Mayor as requested, including correspondence, scheduling, research, official reports and related documents;
- Responds to requests for information from the public, hears and resolves complaints as necessary and facilitates public involvement in City operations;
- Attends City Council meetings, Department Head meetings and related management discussions and takes notes for the City Managers use;
- Performs special projects for the City Manager as requested;
- Composes correspondence for the Mayor, Council and City Manager on a wide range of issues;
- Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems;
- Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas;
- Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner;
- Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate persons to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities;
- Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.
Click here for Benefit SummaryClosing Date/Time: 10/1/2024 4:00 PM Central
