Dallas County Hiring Deputy Sheriff

NOTICE OF CIVIL SERVICE ENTRANCE EXAMINATION FOR DALLAS COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFF

 
Dallas County, Iowa is taking applications for Deputy Sheriff. We are looking for both uncertified and certified applicants to come work for the fastest growing county in Iowa, and one of the fastest growing counties in the United States!

To Apply: Complete an application on Dallas County’s website.
Please include a cover letter and resume. For more information on requirements to become a certified Peace Officer in the state of Iowa, please visit the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy’s website.

Some reasons to consider the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office!

  • Great benefits (very good insurance at low costs including flex spending and life insurance)
  • Awesome retirement-the best IPERS plan there is (special class-can retire at 50 years old with 22 years on the job)
  • Young aggressive department with good equipment
  • Take home cars for patrol/special assignments-no commute time
  • Firearms are issued including patrol rifle (brand new) and plate carrier 
  • All uniforms are provided including bullet proof vests
  • Shift differential for Afternoon and Midnight shifts *
  • Longevity pay for every 5 years of experience
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 5 on 3 off patrol schedule
  • Brand new Sheriff’s Office
  • Expanded vacation accrual for new hires
  • Lots of overtime and off duty jobs available
  • Multiple Monday-Friday assignments available
  • Rural and Urban patrol areas for variety
  • SERT/Drug Task Force/Specialized instructor assignments
  • Brand new indoor Shooting Range/Training Facility

Dallas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 
Dallas County participates in E-Verify.