Police Officer

The Anamosa Police Department is currently accepting applications for a Police Officer.  We are seeking applicants who are motivated, community outreach minded, and will work to increase citizens’ access to resources in our community.

Requirements/Qualifications

·         U.S. Citizen and resident of Iowa (upon being employed)

·         At least 18 years of age (at the time of appointment)

·         Hold a valid Iowa driver’s license

·         Must not be addicted to drugs and/or alcohol and pass a drug screen test

·         Be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation (No felony convictions or crimes involving moral turpitude)

·         Strong interpersonal, communication, and critical thinking skills

·         Ability to perform duties with minimal direct supervision

·         High school graduate or GED (College degree preferred, but not required)

·         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 aids are acceptable if a candidate can demonstrate sufficient hearing proficiency to perform all necessary duties of a law enforcement officer)

·         Be examined by a physician and meet the physical requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer

·         Undergo psychological testing (MMPI-2)

·         Certified peace officer in the State of Iowa and in good standing (preferred but not required)

 

Responsibilities

·         Serve as a liaison between the police department, citizens, and local social service agencies

·         Respond to emergencies and calls for service

·         Perform normal patrol activities (investigations, traffic stops, traffic crash investigations, etc)

·         Promote an atmosphere of safety, security, and respect

·         Provide education to citizens and peers on topics such as Stop the Bleed, Run/Hide/Fight, etc.

·         Perform community outreach activities

 

Benefits/Schedule

·         Work 14 out of 28 days with every other weekend off (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)

·         12-hour day work schedule

·         IPERS State Pension

·         Life/Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

·         10 Paid holidays

·         Generous paid leave (Vacation, Holiday time, Sick, Dependent sick, comp time, etc.

·         Shift differential for hours worked between 6pm and 6am

·         Under the collective bargaining agreement, effective July 1, 2025, the starting salary for:

A non-certified applicant wages – $27.70/hour or $60,496.80/year and they will move to Step 1 after they become certified and have 6 months of employment (Step 1 wages – $28.96/hour or $63,248.64/year)

A certified applicant could start as high as Step 3 – $32.11/hour or $70,128.24/year

·         Top out pay (Step 5) – $36.83/ hour or $80,436.72/year

 

Required materials for Application

 

Three items are required for successful application for the Police Officer position:

·         Application packet – Can be found at https://www.anamosa-iowa.org/government/employment.php

·         Resume

·         Cover letter

 

All items must be submitted no later than 5pm on August 12th, 2025.

 

Materials can be delivered in person or by mail to:

Anamosa City Hall

107 S Ford St

Anamosa, IA 52205

 

Materials can be delivered by email to: anamosa.employment@gmail.com

 

Any questions about the position can be directed to:

Chief Eric Werling

Email: eric.werling@anamosa-ia.org

Phone: 319-462-4434

 

Anamosa Police Department

106 N Ford Street

Anamosa, IA 52205

Jones County Dispatch: 319.462.4371

Office: 319.462.4434    Fax: 319.462.2351