Police Officer

City of Iowa City • Full-time • Iowa City, IA • $58.91k - $92.68k / year • 1w ago

Police Officer Recruitment

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Job Summary

A Police Officer patrols by car and on foot to prevent crime and enforce laws; conducts investigations and writes reports; interrogates witnesses, investigates accidents and obtains and records measurements. Requires the ability to work with a diverse community and build relationships with the communities served; problem solve with the utmost respect for human rights and dignity; express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; observe facts and situations analytically, objectively and accurately; record the same under rapidly changing and stressful situations and render creditable testimony; use good judgment in evaluating situations and make decisions quickly and under pressure; diffuse difficult and dangerous situations.

Job Qualifications

1. Must be eligible to carry a firearm under all state and federal laws.

2. Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the State of Iowa. Residency restrictions do not apply to applicants.

3. Must be at least 18 years of age and must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

4. Must possess a valid Iowa driver’s license at appointment and maintain such license.

5. Must have an acceptable driving record as determined by the City.

6. Uncorrected vision of not less than 20/100 in both eyes, corrected to 20/20, and color vision consistent with the occupational demands of law enforcement.

7. Normal hearing in each ear. Hearing is considered normal when, tested by an audiometer, hearing sensitivity thresholds are within 25dB measured at 500Hz, 1000Hz, 2000Hz and 3000Hz averaged together.

Salary and Benefits

· Starting salary is $58,905.60 (up to $92,684.80 for certified Officers, commensurate with experience) annually

· $5,000 hiring bonus for ILEA certified candidates

· Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

· Paid family and parental leave

· Life, health, dental and vision insurance

· Voluntary deferred compensation program with Roth IRA option

· Section 125 plan for pretax insurance premiums, medical and dependent care spending accounts

· ISave 529 Plan (formerly College Savings Iowa)

· Paid training time

· Uniforms and equipment furnished

· Job related disability coverage