Police Officer

Are you interested in a career opportunity to perform diverse tasks focused on working with the community to solve problems? The West Des Moines Police Department is seeking community- and service-oriented certified officers and non-certified applicants for full-time Police Officer positions. Must be 21 and have a high school diploma or GED. Successful candidates will have the ability to relate to and work with people of diverse backgrounds, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, and strong writing and speaking skills.

Certified Law Enforcement Officers with post academy service may qualify for the following:

• 2 - 4 years of post-academy service - $36.41/hour ($75,733)
• 4 - 5 years of post-academy service - $38.45/hour ($79,976)
• 5+ years of post-academy service - $40.47/hour ($84,178)

See the City’s website .iowa.gov for the full job description and to apply. Public computers are available at the library and in the HR office at City Hall. Post-offer, pre-employment physical, drug test, and psychological evaluation required.

If interested, please submit an online application with the required attachments. To be considered, required materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, March 11th, 2025.

The City of West Des Moines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

4200 Mills Civic Parkway
West Des Moines , IA 50265
United States