If you’re looking for a work life of accomplishment, reward, and opportunity, you’ll discover Iowa State Government is just the place where there’s a rich and diverse population; where community, culture and differences matter; where exceptional work ethic, values and peace of mind all come together!  The more you know about the State of Iowa, the more you’ll know it’s the right fit for you! 

There are 16 agencies in state government providing services to Iowans requiring specialized talent in agriculture, corrections, economic development, education, human services, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, veterans’ services and more.   In serving Iowans the state has adopted the guiding principles of business as a way of doing business and has embraced an entrepreneurial management concept in the way products and services are delivered. Entrepreneurial management is a customer-focused, efficient and innovative approach to delivering services in a competitive and diverse marketplace.  Join a team that thinks differently – knowing diverse needs require diverse solutions. 

Come to work for the State of Iowa!

Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

State of Iowa - Executive Branch

Savvy Admin PROD

**Job Description**

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Family Well-Being and Protection, Bureau of Child Protective Services is seeking a Child Protection Worker to join our team!

This position is located in West Union and will cover that and surrounding counties.

Join Us in Making a Difference: Child Protection Worker

Are you passionate about creating safe, nurturing environments where children can thrive? As a Child Protection Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children and families during some of their most vulnerable moments. This position offers a unique opportunity to be a steady, compassionate presence—someone who listens, advocates, and helps guide families toward healing and hope.

**In This Role, You’ll**

- Work closely with children and families to assess safety and well-being

- Be a voice for children who may not be able to speak for themselves

- Collaborate with caregivers and community partners to build safer, healthier homes

- Provide thoughtful interventions and support during times of crisis

- Help families navigate challenges and access resources that promote long-term stability

Every case you take on is a chance to make a meaningful, lasting impact—often at a pivotal moment in a family’s life. With empathy, integrity, and a deep commitment to child welfare, you’ll help foster resilience and inspire brighter futures.

If you’re someone who believes in the power of compassion and the importance of advocacy, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

**Essential Skills**

- Communicate with families through engagement and advocacy

- Crisis Management

- Oral and written communication skills

- Observational, critical thinking and analytical skills

- Prioritization and time management

**Responsibilities**

- Conduct risk and safety assessments for children in potentially unsafe environments.

- Perform home visits and interviews; document findings with clarity and accuracy

- Support families in crisis, helping to resolve issues and promote child well-being

- Gather and evaluate information, apply Iowa Code and agency policies to determine appropriate case outcomes

- Apply analytical reasoning to complex casework

- Gather and evaluate information to determine appropriate case outcomes

- Attend court hearings and testify as required

- Collaborate with community partners to coordinate services and resources

- Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards

- Adapt to changing situations, schedules, and priorities with professionalism and resilience

**Terms of Employment**

- Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

- Must be available to work or remain on-call during evenings, weekends and occasional holidays as part of a rotating schedule

- Telework may be an option upon successful completion of the six-month probationary period

- Mileage is paid at $0.50/mile travelled according to Iowa State Accounting Procedures

- Valid driver’s license is required

- Background Checks- Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.

**Benefits**

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!

- Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).

- Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).

- Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.

- Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.

- Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.

- Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.

**For Additional Information On Benefits Click Here .**

Click here to see how we compare with other employers or offers by using our Total Compensation Calculator.

**Background Checks**

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.

**The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer**

HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

**E-Verify and Right to Work**

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal **Right to Work ** laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov .

**Minimum Qualification Requirements**

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree and the equivalent of three years of full-time experience in a social work capacity in a public or private agency;

OR

graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in social work and the equivalent of two years of full-time experience in a social work capacity in a public or private agency;

OR

a Master's degree in social work from an accredited college or university;

OR

an equivalent combination of graduate education in the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university and qualifying experience up to a maximum of thirty semester hours for one year of the required experience;

OR

employees with current continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes the equivalent of one year of full-time experience as a Social Worker 2 shall be considered as qualified.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description .

**Additional Qualification Requirements**

For designated positions in case management, the appointing authority may request those applicants possessing a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or at least 30 semester hours or its equivalent in the behavioral sciences, education, health care, human services administration, or social sciences and the equivalent of 12 months of full-time experience in the delivery of human services in the combination of: chronic mental illness, developmental disabilities, and intellectual disabilities as a Targeted (Medicaid) Case Manager;

OR

an Iowa license to practice as a registered nurse and the equivalent of three years of full-time nursing or human services experience with the above population groups.

Applicants wishing to be considered for such designated positions must list applicable course work, experience, certificate, license, or endorsement on the application.

Child Protection Worker

Infrastructure is the backbone of the communities where we live, work, and play. Done well, infrastructure changes lives for the better – promoting opportunity, equity, sustainability, and safety.  

Trilon is bringing together a family of the nation’s best infrastructure consulting firms. We invest in talent, technology, and targeted M&A to ensure we are the firm of choice for our clients and our people to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions. 

Trilon helps our communities plan, design, and deliver critical infrastructure more quickly, affordably, and impactfully.

Industry: Civil Engineering
Company Size: 5,001-10,000 employees

Trilon Group

**Department: **Civil/Municipal

**Location: **West Union, IA

**Compensation: **$68,000 - $72,000 / year

**Description**

We are looking for a motivated Civil Engineer, who is eager to learn and work on many types of projects, to join our team in our West Union, IA, location. We are interested in talented, trustworthy and skilled people who are passionate about providing personalized attention to our clients.

**What you’ll do**

You will provide civil, municipal, land development and/or environmental engineering services using prescribed methods. You’ll perform specific and limited portions of broader assignments of an experienced engineer. You will apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjust and correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, and follow standard office procedures through a series of related detailed steps or processes. This position works directly with clients and firm project managers to deliver projects with the highest quality possible – on time and on budget.

You will work in a team environment and learn from fellow staff engineers, project engineers, environmental scientists and project managers. You’ll draft reports, assist with specifications and make preliminary selection of equipment. You will work with clients to obtain data or share information.

We promote a team environment, so you’ll work with fellow engineers, environmental scientists and many more people. And you'll develop leadership skills that build autonomy.

**What’s in it for you?**

We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. At Fehr Graham, we don’t just manage projects – we bring them to life! This position will put you in the driver’s seat to steer our transportation projects to success. If you have a passion for transforming concepts into tangible achievements and hope to accelerate your career, we want you on our team.

**Where you’ll work**

The position is based in our West Union, IA, office. At Fehr Graham, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized attention and building trust with our clients. We believe in the power of skilled professionals who provide exceptional service. We also believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. It’s even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each other’s personal and professional growth.

**What it takes**

You’ll need a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. If you are a recent grad or you have up to three years’ experience, we’re interested. You should speak and write well. And you should have strong analytical and organizational skills. You must be a team player.

**What you’ll get**

You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive firm, which started in 1973. Our people-first organization is focused on giving our employees the opportunity for growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

- Medical/life/disability insurance.

- 401K profit-sharing plan.

- Paid time off.

- An awesome work environment.

Learn more about Fehr Graham’s people, culture and projects on our website.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**

Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Civil Engineer - Entry Level

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