Marioncountyiowa
This position is a Full-Time/Civil Service Appointment. The starting wage is $32.67/hour. This position receives pay increases every 6 months up to 3 years of service. After 3 years, pay will reach $37.85.
This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to ten thousand dollars depending on years of experience and qualifications for certified peace officers.
Certified peace officers are NOT REQUIRED to do POST or physical agility testing.
The testing time and date will be on November 22, 2025, at 9 am. Letters will be sent out to eligible applicants.
If you have any questions regarding the hiring process, please contact Chief Deputy Fisher at 641-828-2220.
Job Duties Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to enforce all Federal, State, and County laws and ordinances, provide protection and services to citizens and conduct investigations.
Essential Functions and Other Details of the Job:
Patrols businesses and residential areas using an equipped patrol car
Assists motorist and enforces motor vehicle and criminal laws including issuing citations and making an arrest
Serves warrants, civil process, and subpoenas
Books, guards, and escorts prisoners
Deals with juvenile offenders
Assists other law enforcement agencies
Responds to and investigates calls for service
Checks private residences
Protects crime scenes
Collects and protects evidenceInterviews victims, witnesses, and suspects
Takes reports from the public and businesses
Investigates conditions and causes of accidents
Directs traffic and controls activities in accident and disaster areas
Makes contact with business owners and residents to assist them in addressing problems of a law enforcement nature
Performs daily maintenance and equipment checks on the patrol unit
Maintains a professional appearance through upkeep and maintenance of uniform and duty equipment and oneself
Appears in court to testify in traffic violations, civil, and criminal cases
Becomes and remains familiar with patrol areas, geographical locations, know offenders, neighborhood routines, and potential problem areas
Participates in Sheriff's Office training
Serves as a community resource for residents and directs them to the appropriate agencies and organizations to deal with community problems
Responds to rescue calls, including water rescue and recovery
Job Qualifications High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Specific knowledge of a body of rules or operations for a particular functional area or areas such as might be acquired in one to three years of prior related experience.
Must be familiar with Iowa Codes, Federal Statutes, and County Ordinances
ILEA Basic Training for officers certification preferred
More Job Openings Please see our Employment section of the website for additional job opportunities in Marion County.
Marion County Courthouse 214 E Main St Knoxville, IA 50138 Contact Us
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This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to ten thousand dollars depending on years of experience and qualifications for certified peace officers.
Certified peace officers are NOT REQUIRED to do POST or physical agility testing.
The testing time and date will be on November 22, 2025, at 9 am. Letters will be sent out to eligible applicants.
If you have any questions regarding the hiring process, please contact Chief Deputy Fisher at 641-828-2220.
Job Duties Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to enforce all Federal, State, and County laws and ordinances, provide protection and services to citizens and conduct investigations.
Essential Functions and Other Details of the Job:
Patrols businesses and residential areas using an equipped patrol car
Assists motorist and enforces motor vehicle and criminal laws including issuing citations and making an arrest
Serves warrants, civil process, and subpoenas
Books, guards, and escorts prisoners
Deals with juvenile offenders
Assists other law enforcement agencies
Responds to and investigates calls for service
Checks private residences
Protects crime scenes
Collects and protects evidenceInterviews victims, witnesses, and suspects
Takes reports from the public and businesses
Investigates conditions and causes of accidents
Directs traffic and controls activities in accident and disaster areas
Makes contact with business owners and residents to assist them in addressing problems of a law enforcement nature
Performs daily maintenance and equipment checks on the patrol unit
Maintains a professional appearance through upkeep and maintenance of uniform and duty equipment and oneself
Appears in court to testify in traffic violations, civil, and criminal cases
Becomes and remains familiar with patrol areas, geographical locations, know offenders, neighborhood routines, and potential problem areas
Participates in Sheriff's Office training
Serves as a community resource for residents and directs them to the appropriate agencies and organizations to deal with community problems
Responds to rescue calls, including water rescue and recovery
Job Qualifications High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Specific knowledge of a body of rules or operations for a particular functional area or areas such as might be acquired in one to three years of prior related experience.
Must be familiar with Iowa Codes, Federal Statutes, and County Ordinances
ILEA Basic Training for officers certification preferred
More Job Openings Please see our Employment section of the website for additional job opportunities in Marion County.
Marion County Courthouse 214 E Main St Knoxville, IA 50138 Contact Us
#J-18808-Ljbffr