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Polk County Sheriff's Office

***Now Hiring***

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is NOW accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff. 

An application packet can be found at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/polkia or a copy can be picked up at Polk County Sheriff’s Office Field Headquarters at 5995 NE 14th St., Des Moines.  Applications will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on April 4, 2025.  Testing is April 26, 2025.

We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and advancement opportunities. We are also offering an advanced annual entry salary of up to 12% for prior experience!

Salary range for Deputy Sheriff is $74,992 – $96,857 Annually.  (As of July 1, 2025)

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by, the right career move is just a click away. To Learn more visit www.joinpcso.com

Questions regarding the job position or application and hire process should be directed to joinpcso@polkcountyiowa.gov or 515-286-2087.

To apply for this job please visit www.governmentjobs.com.