The Des Moines Art Center strives to reflect the diversity of the community in which we live and work, making art and creativity accessible to all.
Join our team in working toward equity and inclusion within the Des Moines Art Center’s museum, art school, and community programs.
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The Director of Installations leads the Des Moines Art Center’s Installations Department. They are responsible for planning, designing, and directing the fabrication, installation, and disassembly of art-related rotations, displays, and exhibitions at both the main campus and the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. They also help oversee the care and preservation of art, especially the Art Center’s distinguished permanent collections, roughly 6300 objects. Read full details…
The Facilities crew ensures a fresh, clean, and safe environment for visitors and staff by providing janitorial and limited maintenance services to the Des Moines Art Center’s buildings and grounds. This is a full-time position, with a standard expectation to work 40.00 hours per week on average, routinely during afternoons and evenings. A frequent shift in this position will be 12:30 – 9 pm. Read full details…
The Studio Arts Assistant supports the administration and daily operations of the Des Moines Art Center’s studio education programs. This role is responsible for building and managing class offerings within the class database, coordinating class schedules, maintaining department calendars, and supporting classroom setup and organization. The Studio Arts Assistant serves as a key point of contact for the public and works collaboratively with education, visitor experience staff, and facilities to ensure a positive and informative experience for all students and guests. Read full details…
The Security Officer I of the Des Moines Art Center safeguards and protects all assets, personnel, students, visitors, and guests to its facilities. Concurrent with ensuring a safe environment, this position provides excellent internal and external customer service. Read full details…
