Connecting People with Job Opportunities + Educational Services Through St. Vincent de Paul in DSM

St. Vincent de Paul is keeping busy creating opportunities through employment support programming and events. Here are the latest offerings to help connect and improve individuals' employability and assist in connecting people with positions at Greater Des Moines (DSM) businesses and organizations.

Upcoming St. Vincent de Paul Events

There are numerous openings with DSM organizations, as well as other opportunities to be aware of through St. Vincent de Paul.

• Tuesday, Aug. 5 - Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 from 4 - 6 p.m.: St. Vincent de Paul will be offering the Promoting Opportunity for Parents Program (POPP) classes to support parents who must fulfill child support obligations. POPP offers certain incentives to eligible class participants whose child support includes a balance owed to the State of Iowa. See the flyer for more information and registration details. Space is limited so Registration is required.
• Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: St. Vincent de Paul Career Fair will be held at Polk County River Place (2309 Euclid Ave. in Des Moines) in rooms 1 and 1A. See the flyer for more information.

Upcoming Hiring Events

• Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 9 – 10 a.m.: IowaWORKS is holding a "Grab A Job Tuesday Hiring Event" featuring Norwalk Community School District (hiring Paraeducators, Bus Drivers and Substitutes) and Tradesmen International (hiring Construction Carpenters, Electricians, Concrete Workers, HVAC, Welders, Plumbers and General Laborers). The event will be held at IowaWORKS, 200 Army Post Road in Des Moines. See the flyer for more information.
• Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 2 – 5 p.m.: Valley View is holding a job fair and offering interviews on the spot. The event will be held at 2571 Guthrie Ave. in Des Moines, Iowa. Available positions include Clinical, Culinary and Environmental Services. See the flyer for more information.
• Wednesday, July 30, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Find Des Moines Public Schools Summer Job Fairs at Des Moines Public Schools Careers. Located at East High School (815 East 13th St. in Des Moines), Des Moines Public Schools is hiring for a variety of positions including Custodians, Public Safety Officers, Childcare, Food and Nutrition Staff, Associates, Teachers and more. Job Candidates are encouraged to come prepared to meet staff and interview for a position.
• Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Attend a Felony Friendly Job Fair at the Renaissance Savery Hotel, 401 Locust St. in Des Moines. See the flyer for more information.
• Wednesday, Aug. 13, Wednesday, Sept. 10, Wednesday, Oct. 8 and Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 from 12:30 - 3 p.m.: The Walk-In Wednesday Welder Hiring Event with Arcosa Careers will take place at the Arcosa Wind Towers in Newton, 801 N. 19th Ave. E in Newton. Onsite interviews and welding tests will be provided, and everyone with welding experience is encouraged to attend. Candidates must dress appropriately (long-sleeve shirt, jeans, steel toe/leather boots and welding PPE).

News from IowaWorks (200 Army Post Road, Des Moines)

Hot Off the Press Jobs

• Westridge Elementary
  
  • Position Highlight: Kids West Site Leader
  • Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
• United Equipment Accessories, Inc.
  
  • Position Highlight: Assembler
  • Location: Ames, Iowa
• Fresh Thyme
  
  • Position Highlight: Meat Cutter - Full Time
  • Location: West Des Moines, Iowa

Check out new listings and more at IowaWORKS. Please follow us on Facebook and check IowaWorks events for the most up-to-date list of employers. Employers are subject to change.

Employment Opportunities

• Accumold is hiring.
• Arcosa in Newton, Iowa is hiring.
• Anawim is hiring.
• Animal Rescue League is hiring.
• Beton - The Printer Inc. is hiring.
• Dee Zee is hiring.
• Des Moines Public Schools is hiring.
• Fareway is hiring.
• Goodwill of Central Iowa is hiring.
• Marzetti's Frozen Pasta is hiring.
• Mrs. Clark's is hiring.
• MercyOne is hiring.
• Michael's Foods is hiring.
• PDM is hiring.
• Prairie Meadows is hiring.
• UnityPoint is hiring.
• Whole Foods is hiring.
• State of Iowa is hiring.

Upcoming Evelyn K. Davis Events (1171 7th St. in Des Moines)

• Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 – 4 – 6 p.m.: The Evelyn K. Davis Center is offering a Digital Skills class. See the flyer for more information.

Additional Resources

• Oakridge Neighborhood has a lot to offer! Check out the flyer for more information.
• Monday, July 28, 2025 with registration at 5:30 p.m.: The Hola Center of Iowa is hosting a free confidential legal clinic where attorneys will provide a brief consultation for community members. Appointments available by calling (515) 868-2806. Walk-ins are welcome and Spanish interpretation available. See the flyer for more information.
• Tuesday, Sept. 2 - Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 (Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays) from 10 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.: Free Nurse Aide Jumpstart classes are available to qualified candidates. Training will take place at DMACC-Perry Van Kirk Center (1011 2nd St. in Perry. See the flyer for more information.
• Monday, Sept. 15 - Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025: Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is offering a free CDL Preparation Jumpstart Course for English Language Learners from Monday, Sept. 15 - Thursday, Oct.9, 2025 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Students must attend weekday classes. Saturday classes are required on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 and Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Transportation Institute, 2081 NE 54th Ave. in Des Moines. See the flyer for more information.

Job opportunities and career resources are abundant in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Whether you're looking to find an internship, a job, develop professionally or grow as a student, we have the resources to help you thrive.