Top 55 State of iowa Jobs in Des Moines, Ia

Receptionist - Polk Co
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Office
- US work authorization
- Typing
- Paid jury duty
- Paid holidays
8h
Driver & Identification Service Center Specialist - Ankeny
State of Iowa —Ankeny, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
8h
Administrative Support Assistant 3
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $41,932.80 - $61,380.80 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
7d
Custodial Worker
State of Iowa —Johnston, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
6d
Probation/Parole Officer 1 - Low Risk
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $51,979.20 - $77,708.80 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Residential
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
6d
Probation/Parole Officer 1 - Low Risk
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $24.99 - $37.36 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
5d
Workforce Mobile Unit Driver Career Planner
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $24.23 - $35.61 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- CDL
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
4d
Revenue Service Specialist 2
State of Iowa —Ankeny, IA
- $24.99 - $37.36 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
5d
Taxpayer Services - Revenue Service Specialist 1
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Office
- Accounting
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
4d
Revenue Service Specialist 2
State of Iowa —Ankeny, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
7d
Administrative Consultant (Performance and Analytics)
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $37.89 - $58.26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Google Workspace
- Office
- Windows
- Employee discount
13d
Des Moines Law Enforcement Dispatcher/Communications Center Specialist 1
State of Iowa —Johnston, IA
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Computer skills
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
14d
Administrative Consultant (Performance and Analytics)
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Google Workspace
- Management
- Office
- Employee discount
13d
Investigator
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
6d
Education Program Consultant (Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities)
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $32.72 - $50.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Conflict management
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Employee discount
13d
Chief Jail Inspector
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- 1 year
8h
Workforce Mobile Unit Driver Career Planner
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- CDL
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
4d
Director of Investments – Government Savings Programs
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $99,964.80 - $142,355.20 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
Website Content Coordinator
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $30 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- 5 years
- Office
4d
ITG Compliance Director
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $33.69 - $60.04 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
5d

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Receptionist - Polk Co

State of Iowa -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
8 hours ago

Benefits

Paid jury duty
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Visitor query response
Mail stamping
Physical security log maintenance
Phone communication
Greeting customers
Mail distribution
Phone call screening
Manual packaging
Mail management
Desktop applications
Telephone systems
Multi-line phone systems
Mail processing
Typing
Productivity software
Cross-functional collaboration
Communication skills
Entry level
Under 1 year

Full Job Description

Job Description

Are you a proactive communicator who enjoys helping others and working in a dynamic environment? The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) is seeking a Receptionist to serve as the friendly and professional first point of contact for all visitors and callers. In this role, you will be the face of our department, ensuring that every interaction reflects our commitment to excellent service for the public, state agencies, and various organizations across Iowa. With approximately 345 dedicated employees, IDALS supports a wide range of programs that influence the daily lives of Iowans statewide. Join our team to be part of meaningful work that impacts Iowa’s farms, communities, and natural resources. Learn more about IDALS here.

Key Responsibilities:

Reception and Visitor Management: Serve as the main receptionist by warmly greeting and directing visitors. Announce visitors to the appropriate party and await instructions to ensure a secure and orderly environment. Maintain a visitor log and assist with receiving deliveries by signing for packages or guiding delivery personnel as needed.
Telephone Operations: Answer and manage the main IDALS phone line, providing clear and courteous service to all callers. Direct calls efficiently to ensure minimal transfers, take messages when necessary, and promptly relay them to the correct person.
Administrative Support: Perform general office tasks such as sorting and date-stamping mail, drafting and typing letters, forms, labels, and envelopes. Assist with preparing materials for distribution, stuffing envelopes, and mailing informational packets or promotional items upon request.
Cross-Departmental Assistance: Provide support to various IDALS teams as needed, handling miscellaneous tasks to support department-wide efficiency and productivity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse groups of people.
Experience with multi-line phone systems and customer service principles.
Basic knowledge of office equipment and standard software applications (e.g., MS Office Suite).
Attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a busy environment.
A collaborative spirit and willingness to assist colleagues across departments as needed.

Why Join IDALS? As an employee of IDALS, you’ll be part of a team that values public service, offering competitive pay and a robust benefits package, including:

Comprehensive family medical insurance options starting as low as $180 per month, with single coverage available from $54 per month.
Free single dental insurance and affordable family coverage at $44 per month.
Complimentary life insurance ($20,000 basic coverage) with voluntary supplemental options and no-cost long-term disability insurance.
A secure retirement with IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System) and a deferred compensation plan with a state match of up to $75 per month.
Generous paid leave benefits, including nine holidays, plus sick, vacation, military, and jury duty leave.

For more details on the benefits available as a State of Iowa employee, click here.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to support a department committed to enhancing Iowa’s agriculture and quality of life, we encourage you to apply! You may attach a cover letter and resume to your application in the Attachments Section. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and friendly professional to our team at IDALS.

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

No specific education or work experience required.

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Additional Qualification Requirements

Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to type at least 40 WPM net as demonstrated by the completion of a typing examination.

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state of iowa jobs in des moines, ia

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