Employment Opportunities

The job opportunities listed are from the various parishes, schools and central offices of the Diocese of Des Moines.

Each job listed provides a brief description of the job and the qualifications required of candidates for the position. Instructions for applying are provided at the bottom of each listing. Interviewing and hiring are done by the institution listing the job. Questions regarding any of the open positions listed should be directed to the hiring institution NOT the Diocese of Des Moines.

If you are a parish looking to add or update a job posting, please contact the Diocese of Des Moines Human Resources Office at 515-237-5097 or by email at hr@dmdiocese.org.

Current Open Positions

Diocesan Openings

Director of Human Resources and Safe Environment

Pastoral Center, Des Moines

The Director of Human Resources and Safe Environment is involved in the functions of recruiting and onboarding; employee relations and development; policy creation and management; compensation and benefits administration; as well as the Safe Environment program with the Diocese of Des Moines.

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 Part Time Safe Environment Admin

Pastoral Center, Des Moines

Immediate Opening for our Safe Environment Admin. 

This position works in our Pastoral Center for 20 hours per week managing the day-to-day duties of the Safe Environment program. This is a very important program which is a result of the USCCB's Charter to Protecting God's Children. Attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people.

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Full Time Internal Controls Analyst 

Pastoral center, Des Moines

This position works extensively with the parishes and schools and is a liaison from the Diocese to the business offices of the parishes and schools within the diocese. This involves reviewing parish and school financial information, on-site visits, special projects, responding to their questions and concerns, providing educational opportunities, disseminating pertinent information, as well as being a point person for diocesan concerns at the parish level. 

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Catholic Schools Openings

Teachers do so much more than teach reading, writing and mathematics. They inspire. They lead. They care. Considering a career in education? Working at our schools is more than a job. It is a vocation and a career worth exploring.

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Catholic Parish Openings

Joining a parish team is an opportunity to immerse oneself in a close-knit community dedicated to fostering faith, compassion, and service. Whether in pastoral care, administration, or outreach, each role plays a vital part in creating an environment where individuals can deepen their connection to God and one another.

Parish openings are listed in alphabetical order by city & parish. 

Part - Time Director of Religious Education

St. Edward, Afton 

St. Edward in Afton, Iowa is seeking a Part-Time Director of Religious Education who will work with our 6months-9-year-olds CGS Criteria and teaching materials for 7th/8th grades, as well as help from the next generation of young Catholics as they prepare for the sacraments of 1st communion, and reconciliation.

For more information, please contact the parish office at 641-782-5728 or email holyspiritcreston@gmail.com

 

Serva Fidem Parish Coordinator

Ss John & Paul Parish, Altoona

The parishes of SS John and Paul, St. Joseph's, and St. Luke's has an opening for a full-time Serva Fidem Parish Coordinator.  The Serva Fidem Coordinator's ultimate goal is to foster student relationships with Christ and support them in keeping the faith the rest of their lives, especially through college.

Please email resume and cover letter to Maxine McEnany at mmcenany@ssjohnpaul.org

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Coordinator of Youth Ministry

Our Lady's Immaculate Heart, Ankeny IA

We are seeking an energetic and creative person to be our next full-time coordinator of youth ministry. This person proclaims the Gospel Primarily by coordinating, facilitating, developing and implementing an annual ministry program based on the needs of the parish youth.  Through the promotion of evangelization and life - long faith engagement/formation, the Coordinator of Youth Ministry assists in advocating a vision of comprehensive youth ministry for all youth in grades 6-12.

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Full Time Custodial/Maintenance

Our Lady's Immaculate Heart, Ankeny IA

Our Lady's Immaculate Heart is Hiring for a Full Time Custodial/Maintenance position. Commercial cleaning and light maintenance experience is a plus.  Must be able to life 50 pounds and wear a backpack vacuum weighing 20 pounds for long periods of time. This position generally works regular workday hours, with occasional evening and / or weekend/ holiday work possible. 

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Musician and Cantor

Corpus Christi, Council Bluffs

Corpus Christi, Council Bluffs is currently seeking a dedicated musician and cantor to lead music for our 10AM Sunday English Mass.  This paid position offers $50 per Mass and is an opportunity to enrich our parish's worship experience through the beauty of sacred music, fostering a deeper connection with the liturgy and the faith community.

To apply or for more information, please contact Victor Salcido at vsalcido@corpuschristiia.com

 

Business Manager

St. Augustin Parish, Des Moines, IA

The Parish of St. Augustin is seeking a detailed-oriented, mission-driven individual with strong financial and organizational skills to fill the role of Business Manager. This person will oversee the administrative, financial and operational functions of our growing parish, including the business functions of accounting, finance, compliance, risk management and facilities, as well as acting as the HR liaison between staff, the diocese, and its contracted benefits agencies. 

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Part-time Religious Education Assistant

St. Augustin Parish, Des Moines, IA

St. Augustin Parish is seeking a Part-time Religious Education Assistant who will work with our Director of Religious Education to prepare the CGS atria and teaching materials, as well as help form the next generation of young Catholics as they prepare for the sacraments of 1st communion, reconciliation, and confirmation.

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Office Manager

St. Catherine of Siena/ Drake Newman Center, Des Moines

St. Catherine parish in Des Moines seeks Office Manager to provide administrative support to pastor; database and record management; parish communication; scheduling; facility access; support of parish ministries; supervision of student office interns. 30 hours per week.

Please respond via email By June 15th to business@stcatherinedrake.org or call (515)650-8646

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Worship Choir Director

Holy Trinity, Des Moines, IA

Holy Trinity is looking for a worship choir director. Working with liturgical team, the Choir Director is responsible for planning, rehearsing and directing choral music for Sunday 10:30am Masses, as well as Holidays and special occasions.

Please submit cover letter and resume to Mary Gisler, Business Manager in the Holy Trinity Parish Office.

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Director of Faith Formation

Our Lady of Holy Rosary Parish, Glenwood, IA

Our Lady of Holy Rosary is hiring a full time Director of Faith Formation for preschool through High School. This includes sacramental preparation, family and youth activities, and forming catechists. 

For more information contact Father Dan Siepker at 712-527-5211.

To apply for the position, send a resume with references to holyrosarych@msn.com