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Helpful tips, tricks and definitions.
Helpful tips, tricks and definitions.
Visit the State of Iowa Careers page to view all open jobs.
Search for a vacancy that matches your job search criteria, or sign up for a 'Job Interest Card' which will notify you when a position has been posted that matches the area(s) of interest you selected.
Each job posting includes specific application instructions and an application deadline date. Click the title of the job that you would like to apply for and then click the 'Apply' button on the top right. Please note - you will need to have a NEOGOV account setup in order to apply. If you don't already have one, you can click the 'Create an Account' link.
We are available to help you between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (CST) by calling (515) 281-5889. You may also visit our office in the Hoover Building, 1305 E. Walnut, Des Moines, IA 50319. We have a computer in our front lobby for your convenience in completing the on-line job application.
Definitions.
The salary range listed is the minimum and maximum salary for the job. All applicants that meet the minimum qualifications will start at the bottom of the salary range. Any experience directly related to the job, above the minimum qualifications, will be evaluated and the salary may be higher based on that experience. The general rule of thumb is a 5% increase in the base salary for each year of experience above the minimum requirements for the job.
This is the location of the job. Please note, that this is the general area where this job is located. Additional location details will be available in the job description section, including whether the job is in-person, hybrid, or remote.
The agency listed is the state agency that this job posting falls under.
This is the date that the job posting will close. No applications are able to be accepted or reviewed if received after this date.
The job description will provide an overview of the job as well as some of the benefits of the job. Please note - the job description is not all encompassing and is meant to give you a general idea of what the job will entail to help you determine if it is a good fit for you.
For Merit based positions, the minimum qualification requirements are the minimum requirements that MUST be met in order to qualify for the job and move forward in the hiring process. If you do not meet the minimum qualifications you will be disqualified from that job and will not be considered.
This tab provides additional information on the benefits the State of Iowa provides for their employees.
The questions listed are those that will be required to be answered when completing the application. The answers that are able to be selected are also listed.
The information on your applicant record must be accurate and complete or we may not be able to process it.
Make sure your NEOGOV profile is up-to-date with current personal information (address, phone number, etc) and education/employment history.
Make sure you submit your application for a job prior to the expiration date. DAS is not responsible for late, lost, misdirected or damaged applications.
Your application information must clearly indicate you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. If it does not, your application cannot be forwarded to the hiring agency.