Top 24 Law enforcement officer Jobs in Iowa

Police Officer
Fairfield Police Department —Fairfield, IA
- $29.90 - $35.61 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Full Time Police Officer
City of West Liberty —West Liberty, IA
- $25 - $31 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
8d
Law Enforcement Liaison Jones County Sheriff
Foundation 2 —Anamosa, IA
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Police Officer
City of Waukee —Waukee, IA
- $33.75 - $48.03 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- English
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Police Officer
City of Hiawatha —Hiawatha, IA
- $64,313 - $83,324 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Police Officer
City of Des Moines, IA —Des Moines, IA
- $40.69 - $50.03 an hour
- Online Application
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Linn County, IA —Linn County, IA
- $76,107.20 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- High school
- Pass drug screening
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Police Officer
City of Fairfield Iowa —Fairfield, IA
- $29.90 - $35.61 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Retirement plan
Police Officer
City of Norwalk —Norwalk, IA
- $76,710 - $101,441 a year
- Online Application
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
7d
Police Officer
City of Dubuque, IA —Dubuque, IA
- $33.14 - $42.94 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Word processing
- On-the-job training
Police Officer
Manning Police Department —Manning, IA
- Email
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Police Officer
City of Pella —Pella, IA
- $31.35 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Associate's degree
Full Time Police Officer
City of Cresco —Cresco, IA
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Black Hawk County —Black Hawk County, IA
- $67,017.60 - $93,475.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
4d
Police Officer (Civil Service)
City of Sioux City —Sioux City, IA
- $66,437.49 - $103,066.29 a year
- Weekends as needed
- English
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
4d
Senior Police Officer (Certified)
City of Des Moines, IA —Des Moines, IA
- $48.48 - $52.97 an hour
- Online Application
- Addiction Medicine
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Police Officer
Stuart Iowa Police Department —Stuart, IA
- $55,000 - $71,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
7d
Detention Officer (Jailer) Full-Time - MALE - Sioux County Sheriff's Office
Sioux County Sheriff's Office —Orange City, IA
- $25.70 - $30.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Police Sergeant
Iowa State University —Ames, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
1d
Detention Officer (Jailer) Full-Time - FEMALE - Sioux County Sheriff's Office
Sioux County Sheriff's Office —Orange City, IA
- $25.70 - $30.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
13d

I want to receive the latest job alert for law enforcement officer in iowa

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

law enforcement officer jobs near iowa

Police Officer

Fairfield Police Department
Fairfield, IA

Apply Now

Job Details

Full-time
$29.90 - $35.61 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Join Our Team – Serve and Protect the Fairfield Community

The Fairfield Police Department is currently seeking dedicated, community-focused individuals to join our team as full-time police officers. Located in the heart of southeast Iowa, Fairfield is a historic and vibrant and growing community that values public safety, integrity, and service. If you're ready to start or grow your law enforcement career, we want to hear from you.

About Us

The Fairfield Police Department has proudly served our historic community since 1879. As a smaller department, we provide officers with the opportunity to make a real impact, receive ample training, and gain experience in all areas of law enforcement. With a modern patrol fleet, updated equipment, and the flexibility to handle everything from traffic stops to major crime investigations, Fairfield PD is a place where officers can grow and build a meaningful career.

Position Overview

As a Police Officer with the Fairfield Police Department, you will perform a wide variety of law enforcement duties including patrol, crime prevention, investigation, traffic enforcement, and community policing. You’ll work 12-hour shifts on a Panama schedule, typically rotating between days and nights every 3 months, with every other weekend off.

Residency Requirement: Officers must reside within 30 minutes of Fairfield. This policy offers flexibility while ensuring timely response capability.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid driver’s license
U.S. Citizen
Must be 18 years of age or older at time of appointment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to pass background check, physical fitness test, and psychological evaluation

What We Offer

Competitive pay: $29.90 – $35.61/hour
Flexible living requirement: Live within 30 minutes of Fairfield
Updated equipment and technology to support modern policing
Work-life balance: Every other weekend off
Health benefits: Available after 30–60 days of employment
13 Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Paid Time Off
Retirement benefits through the Municipal Fire and Police Retirement System of Iowa (MFPRSI)
Equipment Allowance
All uniforms and gear provided
Free family membership to park & rec facilities and city pool for you and your family
$6,000 Sign on bonus for I.L.E.A certified applicants

The Fairfield Police Department is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

For those officers not ILEA certified, FPD will contact you to schedule physical testing and P.O.S.T. testing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.90 - $35.61 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

law enforcement officer jobs in iowa

Police Officer

Full Time Police Officer

Law Enforcement Liaison Jones County Sheriff

Police Officer

Police Officer

Police Officer

DEPUTY SHERIFF

Police Officer

Police Officer

Police Officer

Police Officer

Police Officer

Full Time Police Officer

DEPUTY SHERIFF

Police Officer (Civil Service)

Senior Police Officer (Certified)

Police Officer

Detention Officer (Jailer) Full-Time - MALE - Sioux County Sheriff's Office

Police Sergeant

Detention Officer (Jailer) Full-Time - FEMALE - Sioux County Sheriff's Office

I want to receive the latest job alert for law enforcement officer in iowa

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected