Certified Police Officer (State of Iowa only)

Salary: $34.41 – $40.47/hour

Closing Date: June 30, 2026

Position Summary:

We are seeking motivated, community-focused and service-oriented certified officer applicants who are interested in continuing their career with the West Des Moines Police Department. Become a part of a team that prioritizes respect, integrity, quality service, and accountability – and contribute to a greater purpose.

Police Officers perform diverse tasks focused on working with the community to solve problems; protect life and property by patrolling assigned areas; enforce laws and regulations; investigate complaints; prepare detailed reports; and perform other law enforcement related activities.

Requirements:

• Be a current certified police officer in the state of Iowa
• Not have had a break in law enforcement service of more than 180 days
• Be twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of application
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Be a citizen of the United States on or before the date of application
• Possess a valid (Iowa) driver’s license at the time of hire and have an acceptable driving record
• Be of good moral character and have not been convicted of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude (Certified Police Officer Candidate Disqualifiers )
• Not be addicted to drugs or alcohol
• Not be opposed to use of force
• Have uncorrected vision of not less than 20/100 in both eyes, corrected to 20/20, and color vision consistent with the occupational demands of law enforcement
• Have normal hearing in each ear, hearing is considered normal when, tested by an audiometer, hearing sensitivity thresholds are within 25dB measured at 500Hz, 1000Hz, 2000Hz, and 3000Hz averaged together
• Must meet physical standards through a medical examination by a physician
• Not have been previously decertified in Iowa or another jurisdiction
• Not have committed any act that could result in decertification under 501 – Chapter 6