Michelle

It’s really cool to be a part of an organization where I can see the impact of the work we do in the community I live in.

-Michelle Chumbley, Lead Hand

Join the fight against food insecurity

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DMARC’s warehouse and headquarters on the southside of Des Moines, IA.

Do you believe in the power of community to make a difference?

The Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) is a vibrant tapestry of diverse faith traditions united in a common purpose: building a more just and compassionate community. Founded as a council of churches over 70 years ago, Our impact has grown but the mission remains the same – working together to meet the basic human needs for the Des Moines community.

What We Do:

Wide view of the parking lot and building exterior
DMARC is headquartered on the southside of Des Moines, IA at 100 Army Post Road. The organization moved to this new facility in Spring 2022, bringing all its warehousing, administrative offices, and a new pantry location under one roof.

DMARC operates the state’s largest Food Pantry Network, assisting over 70,000 unique individuals a year. The warehouse operation provides pantry staples to 14 food pantry sites at no cost in Des Moines, Ankeny, Clive, Johnston, Urbandale and West Des Moines. DMARC also operates a food pantry of their own, food delivery service, and mobile food pantry from their headquarters at 100 Army Post Rd.

In keeping with the decades-long tradition of interfaith engagement, DMARC works to connect the broader community in interfaith dialogues that invite you to meet your ‘religious neighbors’. The organization also works to build coalitions and advocate for policies that will reduce food insecurity in the state of Iowa.


Why Join DMARC?

  • Make a difference: Your voice and actions, amplified by our network, can create real change. Having a mission driven career gives your work meaning.
  • A community of support: Our passion for making a difference, isn’t possible without taking care of the people who make it happen.
  • Investing in you: We are committed to creating a workplace where your voice matters. DMARC involves every employee from the warehouse to the front office in planning for the future and encourages regular professional development.

Current Openings:

Full-Time
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $22-25/hour commensurate with experience; paid every other week

The role of the DMARC-ket Manager is to manage the DMARC-ket Food Pantry operations at 100 Army Post Rd. This position oversees the day-to-day operations of the food pantry, mobile pantry, and delivery programs. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, working a Monday- Friday schedule, may include some Saturdays and early evenings on occasion.

To apply:
Please send cover letter and resume to: Matt Unger, CEO, munger@dmarcunited.org

full job description (PDF)
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Full-Time
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $24-26/hour; paid every other week

The purpose of this position is to manage and maintain the database systems used for food pantry network visitor intake and inventory management. This includes managing, analyzing, and sharing reports from both systems with network partners, other DMARC staff members and the community at large.

To apply:
Please send cover letter and resume to: Matt Unger, CEO, munger@dmarcunited.org

Full Job description (PDF)
Apply Now

Together, we can build a brighter future for Des Moines. Ready to join?

Benefits:

  • Matching retirement
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off (including winter holiday break)
  • Parental and bereavement leave
  • Flexible Saving Account (FSA)