IowaWORKS

06/23/2026

🚀 Welcome to Fort Madison, Virnig Manufacturing! 🏭🌽
Virnig Manufacturing has officially landed in Fort Madison — and they’re hiring multiple positions as they grow their team!
🔧 Now Hiring:
• Manufacturing Engineering Technician
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Maintenance Technician II
If you’re looking to join a strong, thriving manufacturing team with opportunities to grow, this is your moment! 🙌
👉 Apply here:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/87e0e2c6-2ed3-4778-9ebe-6a3568409817/VIRNIG-MANUFACTURING-INC?location=Fort%20Madison%2C%20IA&department=All%20Departments
Help us welcome Virnig Manufacturing to Southeast Iowa — and help spread the word! 🎉

06/23/2026

🎆July Virtual Workshops Are Here!🎆
While you're enjoying summer, don't forget to make time for your career goals! IowaWORKS is offering a variety of FREE virtual workshops throughout July to help you build new skills, strengthen your job search, and connect with employment opportunities.

🌟 New This Month!
🤖 Leveraging AI Within Your Job Search
📅 July 22 | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Other popular workshops include:
✅ Create a Great Resume
✅ Interview 101
✅ Conduct a Job Search
✅ LinkedIn
✅ Mock Interviews
✅ Business Panel
✅ Job Fairs
✅ State of Iowa Applications
…and more!

☀️ Take advantage of the summer season and invest in yourself. A few hours today could help lead to your next opportunity tomorrow!

Need help getting registered? Complete this form to connect with a Career Planner for assistance: https://forms.office.com/r/6u9fHm8NUC

06/22/2026

🔥🚀 HOT JOB ALERT: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST 🚀🔥
We’re hiring a One-Stop Operator to help lead and connect our local workforce system! This role makes sure IowaWORKS centers and partner agencies work together smoothly and follow shared goals. 🤝

📍 Travel required across a 22-county region
💰 $55,000 - $60,000

💼 What you’ll do:
Lead coordination between workforce partners and board staff
Help improve services across multiple job centers
Support employer outreach and business engagement activities
Track performance using feedback, data, and key measures (KPIs)
Help solve problems and improve how services are delivered

🔑 Required Qualifications:
5+ years in workforce development, program management, or public service
Strong leadership and communication skills
Experience working with multiple partners or organizations
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Business, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

👉 If you like bringing people together and improving systems, this could be your next move!
🔗

Job Title: One-Stop Operator Reports To: Senior One Stop Operator Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $55,000 to $60,000 Does require 25% travel   Position Summary: The One-Stop Operator (OSO) serves as the strategic lead for a workforce system, acting as the primary liaison to Board staff. Th...

06/22/2026

💼 Now Hiring: Accountant 📊
📍 Burlington, Iowa

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and looking to grow your accounting career with a global manufacturing leader? Tenneco is seeking an Accountant to join their Burlington team!

In this role, you'll help support plant financial operations through budgeting, forecasting, month-end close activities, financial reporting, variance analysis, and more. This is a great opportunity for professionals who enjoy working with data, solving problems, and contributing to business success.

✅ Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business
✅ 3-5 Years of Accounting Experience
✅ Manufacturing Experience Preferred
✅ SAP/Plex Experience Strongly Preferred
✅ Advanced Excel & Analytical Skills

If you're a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys making an impact, this could be the opportunity for you!

Apply today and take the next step in your accounting career.
https://jobs.tenneco.com/job/Burlington-Accountant-IA/1347997500/

06/19/2026

🌟 Iowa Jobseekers — Advanced Manufacturing Needs You! 🌟
Looking for a stable, high‑paying career with room to grow? Iowa’s Advanced Manufacturing sector is booming, and now is a great time to explore your options!
📊 Strong Local Demand
There are thousands of manufacturing opportunities across Central and Eastern Iowa, including production, maintenance, quality control, robotics, and more.
💰 Competitive Wages
Manufacturing wages continue to rise, with many roles offering strong starting pay and pathways into higher‑skilled, higher‑earning positions.
🎓 Training & Career Support
Programs like IowaWORKS, community college training, and employer‑led upskilling initiatives can help you build the skills employers need—many with low‑ or no‑cost options.
🤖 A Growing, Evolving Industry
Advanced manufacturing today uses cutting‑edge technology and automation. That means more opportunities for hands-on problem solvers, tech‑minded individuals, and anyone ready to upskill.
👟 Ready to Start Your Journey?
Connect with your local IowaWORKS Center or explore job openings and training options online. Our team can help you connect with employers, build your resume, and find a career path that fits your goals.
🔥 Your next career move could be right here in Iowa! Complete our self-referral form to get started! 🔗https://forms.office.com/r/6u9fHm8NUC

06/18/2026

Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS) provides services to both adults entering or re-entering the workforce and students in high school, who have a disability, who are trying to determine their long term career path. VRS also works with businesses to meet their staffing needs. Connecting the two is the integral part of employment.
An example of this is a chain of convenient stores that has a wonderful partnership with VRS. They shared that they were looking to have someone whose job was to keep the store clean. The created a position available to VRS job candidates to do those cleaning tasks. Locally, VRS has helped placed at least a dozen job candidates in this position with almost no turnover!!
If you would like more information about services, please click the link:https://mississippivalleyworkforce.org/jobseeker-services

06/17/2026

💻 Ready to strengthen your digital skills? IowaWORKS and Goodwill are offering free Google AI training designed to help workers save time, create content, organize information, and use AI tools responsibly in the workplace.

Visit the landing page and start learning today! 👉 https://www.goodwillheartland.org/ai-trainings/

06/16/2026

🚀 Ready to ace your next interview? 🌟 Here are 5 game-changing strategies to impress your future employer!

1️⃣ Use the STAR method
2️⃣ Highlight your achievements
3️⃣ Showcase Problem-Solving skills
4️⃣ Emphasize your soft skills
5️⃣ Stay positive & professional
Ready to explore your options? Complete our Workforce Services Request form to connect with your local IowaWORKS office. 🔗https://forms.office.com/r/6u9fHm8NUC
✨ Unlock your dream job today! 💼💪

06/15/2026

Thank you for your interest in job opportunities with the State of Iowa. You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link. If there is no "Apply" link, please see the job description for instructions on how to apply. 

06/15/2026

🌟 Leadership Opportunity in Southeast Iowa! 🌟

Community Action of Southeast Iowa is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Director to lead a dynamic organization serving Des Moines, Henry, Lee, and Louisa counties.
In this impactful role, you'll provide strategic leadership for an agency of 130 employees and oversee programs that make a difference in the lives of individuals and families across Southeast Iowa, including Head Start, Early Head Start, LIHEAP, Weatherization, WIC, food pantries, and more.

✅ Senior leadership experience required
✅ Experience with budgets, grants, and multiple funding sources
✅ Strong partnership-building and board relations skills
✅ Passion for serving communities and helping those in need

📍 Location: Southeast Iowa Service Area
📅 Application Deadline: June 19, 2026

To apply, submit:
• Letter of Intent (including salary request)
• Complete Resume with Work History

📧 Email: [email protected]
📬 Mail: Attn: Cyndi Mears, 2850 Mt. Pleasant Street, Suite 108, Burlington, IA 52601

Learn more about the organization and view the full job description at https://caofseia.org/employment/