Employment
The Fifth Judicial District Department of Correctional Services is the largest district in the State of Iowa based on offender population, making our workforce around 280 employees and growing. We are always recruiting qualified applicants.
The Fifth Judicial District offers employment in many areas with varying classifications such as Administrative Support, Field Services, Residential Services, and Supervisor/Managerial positions. This creates an environment with many promotional opportunities.
Working at the Fifth Judicial District Department of Correctional Services provides the following opportunities:
- Variety of jobs, work locations, and hours
- Large and diverse workforce
- Excellent benefit package - http://das.hre.iowa.gov/benefits.html
- Promotional opportunities
- Competitive pay
The Fifth Judicial District Department of Correctional Services encourages women and minorities to apply.
Current Positions Available
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Internship/Volunteer Information
Looking for a place to complete an internship or just looking for a place to volunteer? The 5th Judicial District has several oppurtunities for both Interns and volunteers. Click here for more information on Internships and Volunteering
Human Resources
- Jim Hancock Center
- 1000 Washington Ave
- Des Moines, IA 50314
- ph. 515.242.6470
- fx. 515.242.6085
- em. 5thCareers@iowa.gov