We're looking for a rockstar.
Not the guitar-smashing kind (although we won't judge!), but the kind of person who can seamlessly switch between coordinating interviews, planning employee events, supporting leadership, solving problems, celebrating wins, and keeping dozens of moving pieces organized.
As our People & Culture Coordinator, you'll be a culture champion, employee advocate, event mastermind, and trusted support partner all rolled into one. You'll help shape the experience our employees have every single day, and have a lot of fun doing it.
How We're Different
Founded in 2007, Iowa Diabetes is a leading diabetes research and care organization in West Des Moines, Iowa, dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with diabetes, obesity, and related conditions. Through comprehensive clinical care, patient education, and innovative research, our team has conducted 250+ clinical studies and continues to make a meaningful impact on individual health and the broader community.
We practice intentionally—in patient care, leadership, and our organizational culture. This is what truly sets us apart.
✔ Be the connector: Help employees feel welcomed, supported, informed, and engaged from their first interview through every stage of their career.
✔ Be the fun committee: Help plan and lead employee events, celebrations, recognition programs, wellness initiatives, team-building activities, and all the little moments that make work more enjoyable.
✔ Be the trusted partner: Support executive leaders across the organization and serve as a key administrative and organizational partner.
✔ Wear lots of hats: Recruiting. Onboarding. Engagement. Communication. Event planning. Administrative support. Culture initiatives. Process improvement.
✔ Fuel meaningful work: The work you do directly supports the researchers, clinicians, and staff who are changing lives through innovative care and groundbreaking clinical research.
Role Highlights
- Job Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt
- Location: On-site in West Des Moines, Iowa
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am - 4pm
What You Bring to the Team
Required Qualifications and Skills
- High school diploma or GED required
- 2-4 years of experience in HR coordination, recruiting coordination, office administration, or a related support role
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and recordkeeping
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and ability to learn new systems quickly
- Strong time management and problem-solving skills
- Positive, collaborative attitude with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
- Experience supporting recruiting and onboarding processes
- Experience coordinating employee engagement programs, events, or recognition initiatives
- Experience supporting executive calendars, meetings, or administrative projects
- HRIS, applicant tracking system, or payroll system experience
- High emotional intelligence and strong relationship-building skills
How You'll Make a Difference
- Coordinate recruiting activities including job postings, candidate communication, interview scheduling, and applicant tracking.
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience.
- Maintain employee records, HR systems, and documentation while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Assist with benefits administration, employee data updates, and HR-related reporting.
- Lead employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, wellness activities, and company events.
- Support internal communications and initiatives that strengthen employee connection and engagement.
- Provide administrative support to the leadership team as needed, including meeting coordination, calendar support, note taking, and special projects as needed.
- Coordinate office needs as needed, including coordinating lunches, reservations, and bookings.
- Assist with operational and administrative tasks that contribute to organizational efficiency and employee success.
- Serve as a trusted resource for employees, candidates, and leaders by delivering responsive, professional support.
Benefits That Support You
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 5% match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company-paid and voluntary life insurance
- Voluntary AD&D, critical illness, legal, and identity theft protection
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Eligibility for annual company bonus
- Accrued paid time off (PTO) plus 6 company-paid holidays
- Summer Fridays time off
- Professional growth and development reimbursement program
Iowa Diabetes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
- Will you now or in the future require a visa sponsorship? This includes visas such as H-1B, F-1 (OPT), TN, L-1, or others. If your answer is yes, please explain.
- Prior to joining our team, a pre-employment drugscreen and background check is required. Please type "yes" if you understand.
- This role supports employees, candidates, and leaders across the organization. Tell us about a time when you went above and beyond to support others or create a positive experience for someone at work.
- Please explain why you'd make a good match as our newest People and Culture Coordinator
Experience:
- Recruiting: 2 years (Required)
- Human resources: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- West Des Moines, IA 50266 (Required)
Work Location: In person
