Control: Private
Carnegie Classification: Special
Institution: 4 Year
Enrollment: < 3,000
2019 Recognition Categories
- Compensation & Benefits
- Professional/Career Development
What makes your college a great place to work?
Presidential Statement
Des Moines University is an exceptional graduate health sciences institution because of our strong collaborative spirit. We embrace our core values and live a commitment to inclusivity and wellness in all forms. Focusing on quality, we set a standard for excellence in teaching, learning and research. We place the highest emphasis on respect for the dignity and diversity of the entire campus community. The University is a great place to work because the people make us all DMU proud!
Employee Comment
My ability to grow in my job and professionally. I see a clear path to growth and development and I know that is supported by everyone I work with here at DMU. I also value the work life balance here at DMU so highly. I would not be here if it wasn't for that.
Vital Statistics
- Combined Administration and Exempt Staff: 137
- Fulltime Faculty: 89
- Fulltime Non-Exempt Staff: 95
- Adjunct Count: 9
Staff
- Faculty: $123,982
- Administration: $161,174
- Exempt Professional Staff: $67,000
- Non-exempt Staff: $48,259
Average Annual Salary
- Full-time Faculty: 4
- Full-time Staff (excluding Faculty): 16
Voluntary Turnover Rate
3 Years Recognized