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

DMARC warehouse from above
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 of 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 75,000 unique individuals a year. The warehouse 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, food delivery service, and mobile food pantry from its 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:

Pantry/Mobile/Delivery Coordinator

$20/hr

Do you want to work together to meet basic human needs for the greater Des Moines community? If so, this position is for you.
DMARC is growing and currently seeking an individual to work full-time as a Food Pantry/Mobile/Delivery Coordinator. Bilingual is a plus!! This successful candidate will facilitate the operation of DMARC’s mobile food pantry and food pantry delivery programs. The coordinator will assist visitors that come to our mobile food pantry. The coordinator provides prompt, efficient, friendly, and welcoming service to mobile pantry visitors and delivery service users by exhibiting caring, concern, and patience in all visitor interactions.

Regular hours are 8:30am-5pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am-5:30pm Tuesdays, and Thursday 9:30am-6pm with the occasional night or weekend. 32-40 hrs a week.

If you are interested in working to meet human needs in our community, please send a resume and cover letter to Susan@HRon-call.com.

Full Job Description (PDF)

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)