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September 3, 2024
City of Ankeny
Ankeny
FULL TIME
Police Officer
The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for Police Officer at the Ankeny Police Department.
Starting salary is up to $78,889 plus $10,000 signing bonus for certified officers or $71,553 plus a $5,000 signing bonus for non-certified officers.
Twenty-five (25) days of paid time off after your first year of employment. Work five (5) days on and get three (3) days off. Excellent benefits.
Deadline to submit application is Thursday, November 7, 2024. The physical agility test and Police Officer Selection Test (POST) will be administered to all qualified applicants - Dates TBD and more information will be emailed to qualified candidates at a later time.
**Certified police officers in the State of Iowa, who are current officers or have no more than a six-month break in service, may be exempt from taking the Police Officer Selection Test (POST) and the Cooper agility test as they have already passed these tests to become a certified officer.**
Interested candidates should complete a City of Ankeny employment application online at www.ankenyiowa.gov 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 24 months (2 years) post academy service shall be paid at Step 3 ($75,132/annual)
Completion of more than 36 months (3+ years) post academy service shall be paid at Step 4 ($78,889/annual)
Signing Bonus: New employees who at time of hire are currently law enforcement officers shall receive a $10,000 signing bonus. New employees who are not certified as law enforcement officer yet will receive a $5,000 signing bonus.
Contract Reimbursement: The City of Ankeny will pay 50% of the balance due on their employment contract with their latest city/county/state employer not to exceed $2,000.
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.
Physical Agility Test Standards are located on the ILEA website (Download PDF reader)
The National Police Officer Selection Test (POST) study guide and practice test for candidates can be found on the Stanard & Associates website for a minimal fee. The online practice test and study guide requires a computer or laptop to view the material. The practice exam and study guide are not i Pad or mobile friendly.
Applicants must be a United States citizen. 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 Disqualifying Factors.
Pay: $71,533.00 - $91,453.00 per year
Benefits:
Starting salary is up to $78,889 plus $10,000 signing bonus for certified officers or $71,553 plus a $5,000 signing bonus for non-certified officers.
Twenty-five (25) days of paid time off after your first year of employment. Work five (5) days on and get three (3) days off. Excellent benefits.
Deadline to submit application is Thursday, November 7, 2024. The physical agility test and Police Officer Selection Test (POST) will be administered to all qualified applicants - Dates TBD and more information will be emailed to qualified candidates at a later time.
**Certified police officers in the State of Iowa, who are current officers or have no more than a six-month break in service, may be exempt from taking the Police Officer Selection Test (POST) and the Cooper agility test as they have already passed these tests to become a certified officer.**
Interested candidates should complete a City of Ankeny employment application online at www.ankenyiowa.gov 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 24 months (2 years) post academy service shall be paid at Step 3 ($75,132/annual)
Completion of more than 36 months (3+ years) post academy service shall be paid at Step 4 ($78,889/annual)
Signing Bonus: New employees who at time of hire are currently law enforcement officers shall receive a $10,000 signing bonus. New employees who are not certified as law enforcement officer yet will receive a $5,000 signing bonus.
Contract Reimbursement: The City of Ankeny will pay 50% of the balance due on their employment contract with their latest city/county/state employer not to exceed $2,000.
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.
Physical Agility Test Standards are located on the ILEA website (Download PDF reader)
The National Police Officer Selection Test (POST) study guide and practice test for candidates can be found on the Stanard & Associates website for a minimal fee. The online practice test and study guide requires a computer or laptop to view the material. The practice exam and study guide are not i Pad or mobile friendly.
Applicants must be a United States citizen. 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 Disqualifying Factors.
- May require working for extended periods outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
- May be required to sit or stand for long periods.
- May be exposed to hazardous or unpleasant conditions.
- May be called to report to duty at any time.
- Must be insurable.
- Must be sighted (corrected to 20/20)
- Must be able to hear normal conversation.
- Must be able to speak clearly at normal rate of conversation.
- Must be able to pass agility test -per requirements of MFPRSI.
Pay: $71,533.00 - $91,453.00 per year
Benefits:
- 457(b)
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
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