Police Officer
The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for Police Officer at the Ankeny Police Department.
Starting salary is $25.16 per hour for non-certified or up to $32.36 per hour for certified officers plus excellent benefits.
Applications must be submitted online no later than Friday, October 2, 2020 by 5 pm.
The physical agility and Police Officer Selection Test (POST) will be administered to all qualified applicants on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 (more information will be emailed to qualified candidates). Interested candidates should complete a City of Ankeny employment application online and attach a cover letter and resume.
Current certified law enforcement officers with appropriate sworn experience as stated below are eligible for lateral transfer if they meet the following conditions:
- Completion of 12 months (1 year) post academy service shall be paid at Step 2 ($29.35/hour)
- Completion of 24 months (2 years) post academy service shall be paid at Step 3 ($30.82/hour)
- Completion of more than 36 months (3+ years) post academy service shall be paid at Step 4 ($32.36/hour)
Signing Bonus: New employees who at time of hire are currently law enforcement officers shall receive up to a $5,000 signing bonus.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Primary function is to enforce local, state and federal laws and ordinances; to patrol assigned areas; and to do skilled police work in the investigation of alleged criminal offenses and juvenile cases.
Entry Requirements and Skills: To be eligible you must have graduated from high school or an equivalent, and be able to meet minimum standards for Iowa Law Enforcement officers as indicated by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy.
You must also be able to maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Iowa. No OWI convictions within the last five years. No more than three convictions for moving violations within any 12 month period over the last five years. Must be able to obtain an Iowa Professional Permit to carry weapons. The police department will only hire non tobacco users. Post offer physical, drug screen, psychological exam, and polygraph required. See also full Police Officer Disqualifier List.