Top 372 Director of education Jobs in Des Moines, Ia

Engagement Director
Ellipsis —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Marketing
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
2d
Director of Marketing- Internal - PERM FTE
Robert Half —Des Moines, IA
- $130,000 - $160,000 a year
- Email
- Business development
- Travel
- US work authorization
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Director New Business Operations
Athene —West Des Moines, IA
- $130,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
4d
Director of Security
Professional Security Consultants (PSC) —West Des Moines, IA
- $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
4d
HIM Director
CompHealth —Iowa
- $67,000 - $119,000 a year
- Email
- Management
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- Relocation assistance
Director of Content
State of Iowa —Johnston, IA
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
2d
Director of Customer Experience
Midwest Heritage Bank, FSB —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Director of Education
Aviation Institute of Maintenance —Des Moines, IA
- Up to $110,000 a year
- Nights as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid parental leave
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Director of HR and Workforce Development
Iowa Primary Care Association —Des Moines, IA
- $115,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Sr. Manager/Director of Facilities
Des Moines Performing Arts —Des Moines, IA
- 6 years
- Plumbing
- Senior level
5d
Lead Director, Head of Product Execution
CVS Health —Des Moines, IA
- $100,000 - $231,540 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Fair chance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
12d
Director of Communications and Engagement - IAWA
Iowa Soybean Association —Ankeny, IA
- Marketing
- 3 years
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
3d
Evelyn K. Davis Center Director
Lutheran Services in Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Supervising experience
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
5d
Director of Wellness & Nutrition Policy
Drake University —Des Moines, IA
- Online Application
- Management
- 5 years
- Master's degree
HR Business Partner Director
Sammons Financial Group —West Des Moines, IA
- $94,134 - $176,500 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Criminal background check
- US work authorization
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Director of IT Client Services
ComplyAuto —Carlisle, IA
- $155,000 - $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
3d
Director of Real Estate and Facilities
Cupertino Electric, Inc. —Urbandale, IA
- $150,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Office
- Presentation skills
6d
Director of Security
Prairie Meadows —Altoona, IA
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Driver's License
- Team management
HS Assistant Activities Director (Stipend)
Des Moines Public School District —Des Moines, IA
- $8,963 a month
- Part-time
- School experience
- High school
- Mid-level
Director of Business Development
Estes Construction —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Management
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply

I want to receive the latest job alert for director of education in des moines, ia

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

director of education jobs near des moines, ia

Director jobs in Iowa

Director Of Education jobs in Des Moines, IA

Center Director jobs in Des Moines, IA

Director Of Operations jobs in West Des Moines, IA

Activities Director jobs in Des Moines, IA

Director Of Security jobs in West Des Moines, IA

Director Of Business Development jobs in Des Moines, IA

Wellness Director jobs in Des Moines, IA

Director Of Human Resources jobs in Des Moines, IA

Director Of Security jobs in Altoona, IA

Director Of Marketing jobs in Des Moines, IA

Child Care Director jobs in New Jersey

Activity Director jobs in St. Louis, MO

Security Manager Director jobs in Las Vegas, NV

Executive Director jobs in Albuquerque, NM

Director Of Education jobs in Oklahoma City, OK

Teacher Physical Education jobs in San Antonio, TX

Director Of Education jobs in Valparaiso, IN

Director Of Education jobs in Bixby, OK

Director Of Education jobs in Hawaii

Engagement Director

Ellipsis -
Des Moines, IA

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
2 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Loan forgiveness
Flexible schedule
Life insurance

Qualifications

Project reporting
Computer operation
Teamwork
Interpersonal skills
Computer literacy
Professional ethics
English
Windows
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Legislation
Brand storytelling
Computer skills
Managing projects
Productivity software
Public affairs policy advocacy
Working with youth
Progress tracking (project management tasks)
Time management

Full Job Description

Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Engagement Director to lead our initiatives in community outreach and program development. This role is pivotal in building, sustaining, and deepening the network of relationships that surround and strengthen Ellipsis from neighbors and civic partners to elected officials, donors, and staff. This role designs experiences that cultivate belonging and understanding of our mission, manages high-impact volunteer and service initiatives, develops staff and community engagement strategies, supports internal culture-building, and amplifies the voice of the CEO across key platforms. The role also leads our legislative advocacy strategy and ensures Ellipsis remains a visible and respected voice in child welfare and youth services policy.

Community Engagement and Strategic Partnerships (30%)

● Serve as a key ambassador of the organization to community partners, neighborhood stakeholders, donors, volunteers, and civic organizations.

● Represent the agency at community events, speaking engagements, and coalition meetings.

● Build and manage strategic partnerships with local nonprofits, faith-based organizations, business leaders, school systems, and educational institutions.

● Collaborate with the philanthropy and communications teams to create messaging and campaigns that deepen community understanding and support.

● Plan and lead campus tours for funders, city leaders, neighborhood associations, and stakeholders.

● Co-design volunteer service events and ongoing programs (e.g., donation drives, service career day visits) that build authentic relationships between the public and our programs.

● Establish and grow a mentorship-style volunteer program that connects caring adults or community members with youth or programs in appropriate ways.

● Plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising and stewardship events (including golf tournaments, internal organization celebrations, and donor and community awareness events), ensuring alignment with organizational goals, donor engagement strategies, and budget guidelines.

Internal Employee Engagement and Culture Building (30%)

● Partner with the CEO and Philanthropy/Comms to draft internal staff messages and share compelling stories of success, milestones, and mission alignment.

● Create meaningful communication rhythms (e.g., internal newsletters, town halls, shout-outs, and video spotlights) that reflect Ellipsis values.

● Partner with CEO, HR, and program directors to enhance employee engagement and retention through recognition, planning events and celebrations, establishing feedback loops, and mission-driven culture building.

Legislative Advocacy (30%)

● Monitor state and federal policy developments related to child welfare, foster care, behavioral health, and emergency services.

● Develop strong working relationships with elected officials, legislative staff, and policy partners.

● Organize advocacy days, legislative briefings, legislative tours and opportunities for staff and board engagement in public policy in collaboration with the CEO and other leaders.

● Equip staff, youth, and community supporters to elevate their voices through tools like action alerts, storytelling campaigns, and letter-writing efforts.

● Coordinate grassroots efforts for Ellipsis supporters to contact their respective legislators by providing prepared communications.

Additional Duties (10%)

● Strategy

o Participates in the creation of the philanthropic strategic plan and helps achieve the goals outlined in the plan

o Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for engagement, volunteerism, and advocacy

o Assists in the development of the stewardship plan for the organization and acts in accordance with the plan

● Ethics

o Promotes and upholds the ethical standards for the nonprofit’s philanthropic activities in adherence to the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Code of Ethics and Donor Bill of Rights

Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

● Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, marketing or related field, or equivalent experience

● At least 2 years communications, marketing, or legislative advocacy experience

● Demonstrated ability to engage diverse audiences and build programming through integrating the voice of persons served in storytelling, advocacy, and service events.

● Prior experience in public speaking, legislative advocacy, or storytelling-based campaigns.

● Proven project management experience, with demonstrated ability to plan, execute, track, and report on project progress

● Critical thinker and problem solver who demonstrates decision-making and time management skills

● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

● Ability to work independently, with minimal oversight, and with high ethical standards

● Able to interact tactfully with youth, family members, visitors, government agency representatives, and the general public

● Basic computer skills, including experience working in Microsoft Windows and Google products

● Clear criminal and child abuse background checks

● Acceptable driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

● 3 or more years of experience in fundraising and volunteer management through a variety of tactics; annual fund experience is particularly helpful

● 3 years or more of database experience (Raiser’s Edge preferred) and basic graphic design (Canva) is helpful

● Demonstrated expertise in event planning and/or volunteer management is helpful

● A marketing background is helpful

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Loan forgiveness
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Are you willing to work some weekends and evenings as needed?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

communications, marketing or legislative: 2 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License and acceptable driving record? (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Des Moines, IA 50309 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

director of education jobs in des moines, ia

Engagement Director

Director of Marketing- Internal - PERM FTE

Director New Business Operations

Director of Security

HIM Director

Director of Content

Director of Customer Experience

Director of Education

Director of HR and Workforce Development

Sr. Manager/Director of Facilities

Lead Director, Head of Product Execution

Director of Communications and Engagement - IAWA

Evelyn K. Davis Center Director

Director of Wellness & Nutrition Policy

HR Business Partner Director

Director of IT Client Services

Director of Real Estate and Facilities

Director of Security

HS Assistant Activities Director (Stipend)

Director of Business Development

I want to receive the latest job alert for director of education in des moines, ia

Related Searches

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected