Operational Specialist Salary in Des Moines, Iowa

How much does an Operational Specialist make in Des Moines, IA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Operational Specialist in Des Moines, IA is $101,600. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $89,563 to $111,328, with most professionals earning between $78,605 and $120,185.

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What is an Operational Specialist?

An Operational Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of a business or organization. This includes coordinating and implementing operational procedures, monitoring and analyzing performance metrics, and identifying areas for improvement. The Operational Specialist may also be involved in developing and implementing strategies to optimize efficiency and productivity, as well as ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Additionally, they may be responsible for training and supervising staff, as well as resolving any operational issues that may arise. Overall, the Operational Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and effective functioning of the organization.

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What does an Operational Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of an Operational Specialist

Identify and resolve operational issues and challenges in a timely manner.

September 07, 2023

Provide regular reports and updates on operational performance to management.

September 10, 2023

Monitor and manage operational budgets and expenses.

September 14, 2023

Provide training and support to staff on operational processes and procedures.

September 23, 2023

Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

September 26, 2023

Collaborate with management to develop and implement strategic operational plans.

September 30, 2023

Manage and maintain operational systems and databases.

October 01, 2023

Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency and productivity.

October 09, 2023

Coordinate with various departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

October 26, 2023

Monitor and analyze operational processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.

November 05, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Operational Specialist in Des Moines, IA

Average Base Salary

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89563

111328

101600

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

93553

121671

108016

What is the average salary for Operational Specialist in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Operational Specialist in Des Moines, IA. The base salary for Operational Specialist ranges from $89,563 to $111,328 with the average base salary of $101,600. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $93,553 to $121,671 with the average total cash compensation of $108,016.

View Average Salary for Operational Specialist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$101,600	$89,563 - $111,328
Bonus	$6,416	$3,990 - $10,343
Total Pay	$108,016	$93,553 - $121,671

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Operational Specialist Salary Near Des Moines, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Ankeny, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,563 - $111,328	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA 0%
CITY, STATE Urbandale, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,563 - $111,328	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA 0%
CITY, STATE Ames, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $88,742 - $110,306	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Falls, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,071 - $105,743	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Waterloo, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,345 - $106,084	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Rapids, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,372 - $108,604	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA

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About Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines (/dɪˈmɔɪn/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A small part of the city extends into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. It is on and named after the Des Moines River, which likely was adapted from the early French name, Rivière des Moines, meaning "River of the Monks". The city's population was 217,521 as of the 2017 population estimate. The five-county metropolitan area is ranked 89th in terms of population in ...

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