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Position Title:
Police OfficerJob Group:
MeritRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Eligible to enroll in the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy and eligible to complete Board of Regents Field Training ORPossession of certification from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy as a Law Enforcement Officer and eligible to complete Board of Regents Field Training OR
Possession of law enforcement certification in another state and successful completion of all application and examination requirements as outlined in Iowa Administrative Code 5013.880B) and eligible to complete Board of Regents Field Training
Special Required Qualifications
Drivers LicensePreferred Qualifications:
An Associates Degree in a criminal justice related fieldA Bachelors Degree in any field
Job Description:
The Department of Public Safety at Iowa State University is seeking candidates for Certified and NonCertified officers to join our team.
This is a 24hour operation 365 days a year. Officers will be expected to work holidays that fall within their regular work schedule as well as during home football games and other major events that occur on campus. Expected to report for duty when major natural disasters or other emergency situation affecting the campus occur.
Permanent 12 Months Full Time 40 hours/week Rotating Schedule Shift assignment to be determined after completion of the training program. During training will rotate through all shifts. Days off are also on a rotating schedule.
In accordance with the general requirements for law enforcement officers under Iowa Admin. Code 5012.1 the applicant selected for this position both uncertified and certified must be a U.S. citizen.
Must have and maintain a valid U.S. state drivers license and the ability to be authorized to drive University vehicles.
NonCertified:
This is an entry level police officer position. The officer will attend and must successfully complete the Iowa Law Enforcement Basic Level I or Level II Academy to become certified as a peace officer in the state of Iowa. Upon successful completion of the academy the officer will return to the ISU campus and be placed under the direct supervision of a police training officer. During this period the officer will perform all the duties of a law enforcement officer including patrolling the university campus and outlying areas; enforcing local state and federal laws as well as campus rules and regulations; responding to calls for service; initiating police reports; performing followup investigations as needed; directing traffic and other duties as assigned.
During basic training will attend the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy MF. During field training will rotate through all shifts with varying hours and days off. Actual shift assignment will follow completion of all required training.
All qualified noncertified and out of state will be invited to take a written test and physical test either Friday May 9th or Saturday May 10th alternative testing dates and options will be available). More details about the testing and testing dates will be provided later.
Noncertified applications will be accepted through April 18th 2025 to allow for testing to take place on the above date.
Applicants successfully hiredwho are noncertified will be eligible for recruitment incentive payments* in the total amount of $3500.
Certified:
The officer is placed under the direct supervision of a police training officer. During this period the officer will perform all the duties of a law enforcement officer including patrolling the university campus and outlying areas; enforcing local state and federal laws as well as campus rules and regulations; responding to calls for service; initiating police reports performing followup investigations as needed; directing traffic and other duties as assigned.
Applicants successfully hired who are certified law enforcement officers will be eligible for recruitment incentive payments* in the total amount of $10000.
*Full details and terms of payment will be provided in payment agreements for those successfully hired.
The department is accepting applications until the positions are filled and the vacancies may close without notice.
Iowa State University Police Department employees will support the Departments vision and mission by operating in a fair unbiased manner which respects the rights and dignity of all individuals. Department employees everyday actions are guided by the Departments values of Respect Integrity Caring Honor Excellence and Service (RICHES) and be grounded in the highest ethical and professional standards. Department employees are expected to work in partnership with the campus and area communities to provide leadership in solving community problems preventing crime and providing a safe environment to fulfill the mission of the University. Employees will strive for excellence in fulfilling the Departments Mission and Vision Statements values and goals.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Patrols assigned zone by motor vehicle bicycle or on foot to prevent discover and deter the commission of crime; to enforce criminal and traffic laws and university rules and regulations; and to check the security of buildings functioning of outdoor lighting and traffic signals and road conditions. Monitors and directs vehicular and pedestrian traffic as required.
Responds to radio dispatched calls for a variety of services including investigation of alarms animal control assistance to motorists building maintenance problems domestic problems thefts and other acts against persons or property.
Investigates reports and records traffic violations and accidents by interviewing witnesses measuring distances sketching diagrams taking photographs and conducting field sobriety tests to determine cause and fault.
Investigates harm damage or threats of potential harm or damage to persons or property by interviewing witnesses and conducting visual or audio surveillance or searches; detects and collects evidence; travels to other jurisdictions to investigate crimes that occurred on university property as necessary.
Arrests violators or suspects by using minimum force. Processes arrested persons by taking photographs obtaining fingerprints and writing arrest reports; transports violators to jail.
Determines appropriate action to be taken by weighing evidence and applying knowledge of law to solve the problem and administer justice; prepares and processes documents such as citations complaints affidavits and warrants.
Records information at scene of crime or accident by sketching diagrams taking photographs or taking notes. Prepares reports for use by department university or social service agency in court testimony or for insurance claims.
Testifies in court or by deposition to present information accumulated at scene and to give professional opinions for criminal justice and insurance purposes.
Performs rescue functions at accidents emergencies and disasters to include directing traffic for long periods of time administering first responder level service at the medical model level; lifting dragging and carrying people away from dangerous situations; and securing buildings and evacuating occupants.
Responds to fire and ambulance calls to direct traffic escort fire and ambulance vehicles and prevent crime.
Inspects and maintains law enforcement equipment by observing and cleaning to keep the equipment in reliable operating condition.
Transfers deposits between the university and banks by personal pick up and delivery to maintain security of funds.
Determines content for various public safety programs such as crime prevention personal safety playground safety bike safety and provides delivery to the university or community.
Assists other agencies in serving warrants by delivering and serving in person for timely disposition of cases and any other assigned duties.
Provides advice and general information to students staff and campus visitors.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of state criminal and traffic code and city ordinances; and university and departmental policy and operating procedures.
Knowledge of patrol investigative and arrest procedures.
Knowledge of the location of buildings and facilities including fire and environmental emergency panels of the university and city.
Knowledge of location and services of various university departments and community agencies.
Knowledge of legal documents and processing procedures.
Skill in oral communications as demonstrated by effective ability to provide general information and directions mediate disputes interview witnesses and suspects testify as a witness in court and make program presentations.
Skill in written communications to produce reports and documents in the English language with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence structure format punctuation and grammar.
Skill in administering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Skill in reconstructing accidents from interviews and physical evidence.
Skill in operating vehicles both day and night in emergency situations involving speeds in excess of posted limits in congested traffic and in unsafe conditions due to such factors as fog smoke rain ice and snow.
Skill in operating radios and other law enforcement equipment.
Skill in analyzing situations and using judgment to make appropriate decisions.
Ability to communicate effectively and coherently over law enforcement radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications.
Ability to patrol on foot or bicycle; remain in standing or sitting position for long periods of time; pursue fleeing suspects; and perform rescue operations which may involve entering and exiting vehicles quickly lifting carrying or dragging heavy objects climbing over and pulling oneself over obstacles jumping down from elevated surfaces climbing through openings jumping over obstacles ditches and streams crawling in confined areas balancing on uneven or narrow surfaces and using bodily force to gain entrance through barriers.
Ability to use sufficient physical force in apprehension of law violators.
Ability to work and remain calm in stressful situations.
Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to hear and see acutely during day and night time conditions.
Ability to enter and retrieve data from a computer terminal personal computer or other keyboard device.
Probationary Period:
To allow for the necessary time to complete the academy oncampus training and assessment as a certified police officer the probationary period for a Police Officer will be 18 months. If a Police Officer has completed the academy prior to appointment the probationary period will be 12 months.
Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
DPS18Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1 Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2 Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or callor Toll Free:.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and worklife benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and longterm disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
March 21 2025Posting Close Date:
April 18 2025Job Requisition Number:
R16660Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
