Welcome to the Human Resources Department at the City of Des Moines!
Our department oversees personnel administration ensuring the effective management of our workforce. Our responsibilities include recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, benefits administration, policy development, performance management, organizational development, and labor relations. We are committed to supporting the City's mission by fostering a productive and engaged workforce.
Mission
The mission of the Human
Resources Department is to empower our staff to thrive by offering consistent
support throughout their employment journey—from recruitment to off boarding.
We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, uphold the highest
standards of integrity and legal compliance, and strategically partner with
stakeholders to drive success and innovation, while serving as responsible public
stewards of our resources for the City of Des Moines community.