Compliance Officer 2 Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County

This position is for current permanent Iowa Health and Human Services employees. Those in any other status are not eligible to apply.

The Compliance Officer 2 plays a key role in supporting the integrity and performance of Family and Food Support (FFWS) programs within the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.

This position serves is the lead specialist responsible for coordinating federal and state compliance activities, managing reporting requirements, and ensuring program operations align with regulatory standards for SNAP, Cash programs (FIP and RCA), SUN Bucks, Rent Reimbursement, and related programs.

This role leads agency efforts to identify and track compliance issues, prepare and submit required federal and state documentation, and respond to inquiries and information requests from federal partners, including USDA/FNS, ACF, and ORR.

The Compliance Officer 2 functions as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to program teams and leadership on regulatory requirements, audit expectations, and implementation of corrective actions. The position also serves as the primary coordinator for contracts, MOUs, scopes of work, amendments, and procurements for FFWS programs.

The Compliance Officer 2 ensures these documents meet federal and state requirements, supports leadership in contract development and negotiation, and guides teams through procurement processes and timelines.

Ideal candidates will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across divisions and with federal partners. This role is essential to maintaining program compliance, supporting accurate federal reporting, and advancing the mission and operational goals of the FFWS division.

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.

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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 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
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