Sheriff Deputy

Dallas County•Ia, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Dallas County, Iowa is seeking applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff. This opportunity is open to both uncertified and certified applicants. Dallas County is described as the fastest growing county in Iowa and one of the fastest growing in the United States. The application process involves completing an application on the Dallas County website, including a cover letter and resume. Information regarding requirements for becoming a certified Peace Officer in Iowa can be found on the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy’s website.

Requirements

Must present a state driver’s license or state I.D. card (state of current residence) before participating in the testing process.
Uncertified applicants must pass a physical agility test and a written test (POST).
Certified applicants do not have to take the physical agility test or the POST test.
Certified applicants do not have to be present for initial testing.
Prior to a hiring offer, all applicants must pass the physical agility test with the agency for verification (if results from another agency were accepted).

Nice To Haves

Minorities, females, and bi-lingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants who have taken the POST test in the past year, and have a qualifying score, may choose to use their previous score.
If you cannot make our testing week, but have passed the physical agility test with another agency withing the past 6 months, let us know.
Certified applicants are eligible to begin as high as $44.71/hour depending on experience.
Certified applicants are also eligible for longevity pay which is in addition to the rates given.
Lots of overtime and off duty jobs available.
Multiple Monday-Friday assignments available.
Rural and Urban patrol areas for variety.
SERT/Drug Task Force/Specialized instructor assignments.

Responsibilities

Conduct entrance examinations for Deputy Sheriff.
Administer physical agility tests and written tests (POST).
Review previous POST test scores for applicants.
Accept physical agility test results from other agencies within the past 6 months, with a requirement to pass the agency's physical agility test prior to a hiring offer.
Conduct interviews for certified applicants.
Provide take-home cars for patrol/special assignments.
Issue firearms, including patrol rifle and plate carrier.
Provide all uniforms, including bullet proof vests.
Offer shift differential for Afternoon and Midnight shifts.
Provide longevity pay for every 5 years of experience.
Offer a 5 on 3 off patrol schedule.
Provide opportunities for SERT/Drug Task Force/Specialized instructor assignments.
Utilize a brand new indoor Shooting Range/Training Facility.

Benefits

Great benefits (very good insurance at low costs including flex spending and life insurance)
Awesome retirement-the best IPERS plan there is (special class-can retire at 50 years old with 22 years on the job)
Take home cars for patrol/special assignments-no commute time
Firearms are issued including patrol rifle (brand new) and plate carrier
All uniforms are provided including bullet proof vests
Shift differential for Afternoon and Midnight shifts
Longevity pay for every 5 years of experience
11 paid holidays
5 on 3 off patrol schedule
Brand new Sheriff’s Office
Expanded vacation accrual for new hires
Lots of overtime and off duty jobs available
Multiple Monday-Friday assignments available
Rural and Urban patrol areas for variety
SERT/Drug Task Force/Specialized instructor assignments
Brand new indoor Shooting Range/Training Facility