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

Facilities Manager

St. Thomas More Center, Panora, Iowa

St. Thomas More Center is Hiring a Full-Time, Year-round Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for facilities decisions, process improvement, maintenance, and compliance with all health and safety regulations. As a leader within an affiliated nonprofit corporation, the Facilities Manager has day-to-day operational responsibility for maintenance of building, grounds, and equipment, along with vendor relationships. This position will support a faith-filled, nurturing, safe and fun community that promotes Gospel values and the teaching of the Roman Catholic Church. 

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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.

           

Full-Time Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry

Holy Spirit Parish, Creston, IA

Holy Spirit Parish is seeking to hire an energetic, practicing Catholic in good Standing to lead Religious Education and Youth Ministry in Creston, Iowa.  This is full time position with benefits. 

The Director brings love, compassion, and faith in God to the young people of the parish, providing vision and leadership for all catechetical, youth, and young adult evangelization efforts at Holy Spirit Parish in Creston, Iowa. This unified role manages Religious Education (Pre-K–10th Grade as applicable), Sacramental Preparation, and comprehensive ministries for pre-K to middle school, high school, and young adults. Following the USCCB framework, Renewing the Vision, and the Des Moines Diocese guidelines, the Director recruits volunteers, builds the faith community, and inspires families to actively participate in the sacramental life of the Church and in their children’s faith development.

 

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Part - Time Religious Education Assistant

St. Augustin Catholic Church, Des Moines IA

St. Augustin Catholic Church is seeking to Hire an energetic, practicing Catholic in good Standing to assist with our religious education program. The Ideal candidate will have previous experience working with children and certification in at least one level of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd approach. The Religious Education Assistant will work with our Director of Religious Education to prepare the CGS atrium spaces and materials, coordinating classes and sacramental preparation. This fulfilling role will also assist in the planning for special events for students, as well as participate in key roles for larger parish events throughout the year. 

Please send cover letters, resumes and 3 references to Janis@staugustin.org

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Music Director

St. John the Apostle, Norwalk IA

Bring your passion for Christ, love of music, and gift for inspiring others to St. John the Apostle Catholic Church!  As our Director of Music Ministry, you will have the unique and exciting opportunity to build and grow a vibrant music program in a thriving parish and community. Your leadership will help transform liturgical celebrations into powerful encounters with Christ, drawing parishioners of all ages deeper into worship through song.

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Liturgy & Music Ministry Team Lead

St. Pius X Catholic Parish, Urbandale IA

St. Pius X Catholic Parish is seeking a pastoral leader who will build, strengthen, and take to the next level our current teams to model and renew all things in the liturgy & music ministry of the parish community through the planning and preparation of Divine Worship, especially the Sunday Mass. This role collaborates with professional assistants. It builds and equips teams of engaged missionary disciples to implement the parish's mission and vision into the liturgical life.

TO APPLY:  Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Dean Roth-Business Manager at droth@saintpiuschurch.org

 

Young Disciple Ministry Coordinator

St. Pius X Catholic Parish, Urbandale IA

This Mission Team member is a pastoral leader who will collaborate with the Mission Team Lead, clergy, FOCUS parish missionaries, and other engaged disciples to build, strengthen, and take to the next level our current teams to model and renew all things parish missionary discipleship by providing family-centered, small-group formation for Sacramental Preparation, religious formation, and Clear Path ministries for our young disciples. It builds and equips teams for engaged missionary disciples to implement the parish's mission and vision.

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Dean Roth-Business Manager at droth@saintpiuschurch.org

   
Catholic Organizations

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