Event Staff

Civil Service Status

This is NOT a Civil Service position

Hours of Work

Days and hours may vary depending on scheduled activities.

Weekend, weeknight, and on-call work as required

Tentative Start Date

September 2026

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Recreation Coordinator, responsible for program implementation, customer inquiries, and setup/tear down for rentals, events programs, and associated equipment. Maintains cleanliness of facilities and performs other duties as assigned.

This position will be located at various parks and facilities throughout West Des Moines.

Typical hours will be weekdays, weeknights and weekends. Flexible scheduling.

Deadline to Apply

Open until filled. Applications reviewed throughout posting period.

Job Description

Event Staff

Must be at least 16 years of age.

Steps to Apply

1. Profile: You MUST complete an online Applicant Profile. A link is provided below to our Online Application System.

2. Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses: Under the Resume & Qualifications section, make sure to list any certifications or licenses you currently hold.

3. Applying for Position: Once you have completed your profile, you MUST apply for the position (The link to Finish & Apply is located on the Apply For Job section after you have completed your profile. Once you have applied, it will be listed under your My Applications tab. Any applications marked as Status: Incomplete, have not been submitted.)

All steps MUST be completed to be considered for this position. We will not accept incomplete profiles. Communication throughout this process (including invitations to any examinations and/or interviews) will be made via the email supplied through the City's on-line application system. It is recommended to check your email "Junk" or "Spam" folder for emails from the City of West Des Moines. If you have any questions during the application process, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616.

Physical/Drug Testing

Post offer, pre-employment physical and drug test are required.