State of Iowa
Salary:
$15.98 - $23.26 Hourly Location :
Des Moines - 50315 - Polk County, IA Job Type:
Temporary Job Number:
26-00196 Agency:
269 Iowa Economic Development Authority Opening Date:
07/30/2025 Closing Date:
8/10/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag:
#LI-DNP Point of Contact:
Bethany Coop - bethany.coop@iowafinance.com To Apply:
Submit an application, resume, and cover letter at jobs.iowa.gov by the position closing date. Job Description If you are passionate about preserving history and want to play a key role in protecting Iowa's rich heritage, then the Iowa Economic Development Authority has a temporary employment opportunity for you! The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) is seeking a
Program Support Specialist (Temporary)
to assist with program support duties related to historic preservation compliance and projects. This position is classified as a Temporary Worker allowed to work no more than 780 hours this fiscal year and is exempt from all benefits and Merit Rule. The salary range is $15.98 - $23.26 per hour and will report directly to Heather Gibb, State Historic Preservation Officer.
At SHPO, we are committed to identifying, preserving, and protecting Iowa's historic and prehistoric resources. We administer state and federal historic preservation programs and maintain a comprehensive survey and inventory of historic properties across Iowa.
What You'll Do:
As a member of our team, you will: Process submissions and perform data entry to prepare projects for professional review, including digital file management. Assist with file maintenance, which may involve lifting boxes. Support the scanning and digitization of SHPO records. Assist with data entry and updates on a variety of topics. Perform other related programmatic support duties as assigned. Ideal candidates
will have:
Familiarity with Salesforce and the Microsoft suite of products including Excel and/or Access. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make independent decisions.
If you are enthusiastic about history and eager to contribute to preserving Iowa's heritage, we would love to hear from you! Apply today at jobs.iowa.gov and be a part of our mission to protect the past for future generations.
The Iowa Economic Development Authority is an EEO/AA Employer.
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit This is a temporary non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral
requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
$15.98 - $23.26 Hourly Location :
Des Moines - 50315 - Polk County, IA Job Type:
Temporary Job Number:
26-00196 Agency:
269 Iowa Economic Development Authority Opening Date:
07/30/2025 Closing Date:
8/10/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag:
#LI-DNP Point of Contact:
Bethany Coop - bethany.coop@iowafinance.com To Apply:
Submit an application, resume, and cover letter at jobs.iowa.gov by the position closing date. Job Description If you are passionate about preserving history and want to play a key role in protecting Iowa's rich heritage, then the Iowa Economic Development Authority has a temporary employment opportunity for you! The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) is seeking a
Program Support Specialist (Temporary)
to assist with program support duties related to historic preservation compliance and projects. This position is classified as a Temporary Worker allowed to work no more than 780 hours this fiscal year and is exempt from all benefits and Merit Rule. The salary range is $15.98 - $23.26 per hour and will report directly to Heather Gibb, State Historic Preservation Officer.
At SHPO, we are committed to identifying, preserving, and protecting Iowa's historic and prehistoric resources. We administer state and federal historic preservation programs and maintain a comprehensive survey and inventory of historic properties across Iowa.
What You'll Do:
As a member of our team, you will: Process submissions and perform data entry to prepare projects for professional review, including digital file management. Assist with file maintenance, which may involve lifting boxes. Support the scanning and digitization of SHPO records. Assist with data entry and updates on a variety of topics. Perform other related programmatic support duties as assigned. Ideal candidates
will have:
Familiarity with Salesforce and the Microsoft suite of products including Excel and/or Access. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make independent decisions.
If you are enthusiastic about history and eager to contribute to preserving Iowa's heritage, we would love to hear from you! Apply today at jobs.iowa.gov and be a part of our mission to protect the past for future generations.
The Iowa Economic Development Authority is an EEO/AA Employer.
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit This is a temporary non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral
requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.