Job Postings

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of West Des Moines is an EEO/AA Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Questions? Contact us at humanresources@wdm.iowa.gov or call 515-222-3616.

Current Openings

All applications must be submitted through our online system. Use the filters below to find positions by category or department.

JobTypeApplication DeadlineSalary
Fire Inspector - Part-TimePart TimeJune 19, 2026$17.34 - $18.65/hour
Food and Beverage LeadIntermittentOpen Until Filled$23.00 - $24.72/hour
Food and Beverage StaffIntermittentOpen Until Filled$15.30 - $16.45/hour
Public Safety Applications Administrator - CADFull TimeJune 11, 2026$39.28 - $42.23/hour
Certified Police Officer (State of Iowa only)Full TimeOpen Until Filled$34.41 - $40.47/hour (lateral transfer details below)

The City of West Des Moines participates in E-Verify. We provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. View the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.