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.
St. Vincent de Paul News
- Macy's Overstock Event: St. Vincent de Paul - Winsor Heights location is holding a sales event on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 801 73rd St. in Windsor Heights. Cozy up with new comforters, sheets, blankets, rugs and more. See the flyer for more information.
- System Navigation/Social Services: Alex Marentes, System Navigator with Iowa Primary Care Association, is now available to assist you with applications or public benefits, substance abuse and mental health referrals at St. Vincent de Paul. You can visit Alex at the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry: Mondays at the 6th Avenue location and Fridays at the Army Post location from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Education Center: The St. Vincent de Paul Education Center, located on the second floor of 1426 Sixth Ave. in Des Moines, offers free computer use to community members during specific hours. View the April calendar for open computer lab time here.
- Promoting Opportunity for Parents Program (POPP) St. Vincent de Paul will be offering 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. Contact Mike Collet at (515) 282-8328, ext. 220 or email at mike.collet@svdpdsm.org for more information on the next class.
Upcoming Hiring Events
- Tuesday, April 21, 2026 from 9 - 11 a.m.: USPS is hiring for Rural Carriers. See the flyer for more information.
- Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 8 a.m. - Noon: Accumold is holding a career fair at 1711 SE Oralabor Road in Ankeny. They are hiring for entry-level through experienced candidates. On-the-spot interviews will take place, and walk-ins are welcome!
- Thursday, May 14, 2026 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: St. Vincent de Paul is holding a career fair at Polk County Place at 2309 Euclid Ave. in Des Moines. See the flyer for more information.
Hot Off the Press Jobs
🔥Graziano Brothers Inc.
🔥Carvana, LLC
🔥State of Iowa - Iowa Workforce Development - Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- Position Highlights: Rehabilitation Assistant
- Location: Des Moines
- Schedule: Full-time | Monday – Friday | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Hybrid telework and alternate work schedule opportunities after six months of employment has been completed.
- Pay: New hires will start at the base salary of $17.96 hourly, $1,436.80 bi-weekly, $37,356.80 annually
Companies That Are Hiring
Miscellaneous Events & Classes
- Teta Enterprises: Find affordable housing in Greater Des Moines. Teta Enterprises will meet with potential renters and make a personalized plan from room selection to amenities. They design a living experience tailored to each resident's needs. Call (515) 212-5339 or visit tetaenterprises.com.
- Broadlawns Medical Center Community Resource Fair & Spring Vaccination Clinic for Adults and Children: This event aims to connect Polk County residents to essential resources and service providers in the community. The event takes place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Broadlawns at 1801 Hickman Road in Des Moines.
- Home Inc: Is offering a free Rentwise class for TENANTS. Learn about your basic rights and responsibilities as a renter in Iowa. The class will take place Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at 1618 6th 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.