Executive Officer 1

Executive Officer 1

Salary

$61,755.20 - $94,036.80 Annually

Location

Des Moines - 50313 - Polk County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

27-00666

Agency

427 Department of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing

Opening Date

09/03/2026

Closing Date

9/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-POST

Point of Contact

Adam Lathrop, adam.lathrop@dia.iowa.gov

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Job Description

If you are passionate about helping protect Iowas Workforce, driving project success, optimizing processes, and collaborating with a dedicated team, the Iowa Occupational Safety and Health Administration (IOSHA) is the place for you. IOSHA plays a critical role in safeguarding Iowas workforce. We are committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement, and we are looking for the right professional to help lead transformation.

IOSHA is a division of the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL). DIAL's mission is to Achieve Compliance Through Education, Regulation, and Due Process for a Safe and Healthy Iowa. As an effective, efficient, and approachable regulatory agency comprised of eight core operational divisions, we are dedicated to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of all Iowans.

Based out of our Des Moines central office, the Executive Officer 1 serves as a project coordinator, process improvement leader, change manager, and systems trainer for IOSHA. In this role, you will lead inter-program initiatives, drive business process enhancements, and support data systems implementations. Responsibilities include documenting workflows, testing software updates, delivering staff training, and identifying system enhancements. By collecting and analyzing operational data, you will advise leadership on resource allocation, workflow optimizations, and training strategies while managing key programmatic operations.

We are looking for a motivated, highly organized professional with strong IT literacy and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

The ideal candidate brings:

• Working knowledge of Salesforce platforms.
• Proven proficiency in process mapping, workflow analysis, and continuous improvement techniques.
• Demonstrated experience solving complex problems and guiding teams through organizational change.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, high professional standards, attention to detail, and a naturally inquisitive mindset.

For additional information on benefits click here. Excited to pursue the next step in your career? Apply today!

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, and experience equal to three years of full-time professional-level work in program administration, program development, program operations, or management.

2) A total of seven years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience.

3) All of the following (a, b, and c): a. One year of full-time professional-level work experience in program administration, program development, program operations, or management; and b. A total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and c. A total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, public health, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.

4) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes thirty months of fulltime work as a Program Planner (any level), Management Analyst (any level), or Administrative Assistant (any level).

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

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Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS.

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

• Yes - I understand and agree.
• No

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

• No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
• Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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Have you graduated from an accredited four year college or university? IF YES - How many years do you have of full-time professional level experience such as program administration, program development, program operations, or management?

• I have not graduated from an accredited four year college or university
• Less than three years of professional level experience such as program administration, development, management or operations
• Three years or more of professional level experience such as program administration, development, management or operations

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How many years do you have of COMBINED post high school education AND/OR experience in program administration, program development, program operations, or management? Thirty semester hours of post high school education equals one year of experience.

• I do not have any of the education and/or experience
• Less than seven years of the education and/or experience
• Seven years or more of the education and/or experience

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Have you graduated from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program? IF YES - How many years do you have of COMBINED post high school education AND/OR full-time professional level experience such as program administration, program development, program operations, or management? Thirty semester hours of post high school education equals one year of experience.

• I have not graduated from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program
• Less than six years of the education and/or experience
• Six years or more of the education and/or experience

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How many years do you have of combined GRADUATE level (post bachelors degree) course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, public health, law, education, engineering) AND/OR experience (as described in number one)? 24 semester hours of graduate level course work equals one year of work experience. Applicants cannot substitute any more than 48 graduate level semester hours (2 years) and must have at least one year of full-time professional level experience such as program administration, program development, program operations, or management.

• I do not have of the education and/or experience
• Less than three years of the combined education and/or experience
• Three years or more of the combined education and/or experience

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Are you a current State of Iowa employee - executive branch? If yes - How many months of experience do you have in one or a combination of the following classifications: Program Planner (any level), Management Analyst (any level), or Administrative Assistant (any level)?

• I am not a current State of Iowa employee
• I am a current State of Iowa employee but do not have any experience in the classifications identified
• I am a current State of Iowa employee and have less than thirty months of experience in the identified classifications
• I am a current State of Iowa employee and have thirty months or more of experience in the identified classifications

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Employer State of Iowa

Agency 427 Department of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing Address 6200 Park Avenue; Suite 1

Des Moines, Iowa, 50321

Website https://dia.iowa.gov/