Police Officer

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Position Title: Police Officer

Job Group: Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications: • Eligible to enroll in the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy and eligible to complete Board of Regents Field Training, OR • Possession of certification from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy as a Law Enforcement Officer and eligible to complete Board of Regents Field Training, OR • Possession of law enforcement certification in another state and successful completion of all application and examination requirements as outlined in Iowa Administrative Code 501-3.8(80B) and eligible to complete Board of Regents Field Training

Job Description: The Department of Public Safety at Iowa State University is seeking candidates for Non-certified and Certified officers to join our team.

This is a 24 hour operation, 365 days a year. Officers will be expected to work holidays that fall within their regular work schedule as well as during home football games and other major events that occur on campus. Expected to report for duty when major natural disasters or other emergency situation affecting the campus occur.

Permanent, 12 Months, Full Time, 40 hours/week, Rotating Schedule, Shift assignment to be determined after completion of training program. During training will rotate through all shifts. Days off are also on a rotating schedule.

In accordance with the general requirements for law enforcement officers under Iowa Admin. Code 501-2.1, the applicant selected for this position, both uncertified and certified, must be a U.S. citizen.

Must have and maintain a valid U.S. state driver’s license and the ability to be authorized to drive University vehicles.

Non-Certified: This is an entry level police officer position. The officer will attend and must successfully complete the Iowa Law Enforcement Basic Level I or Level II Academy to become certified as a peace officer in the state of Iowa. Upon successful completion of the academy, the officer will return to the ISU campus and be placed under the direct supervision of a police training officer. During this period, the officer will perform all the duties of a law enforcement officer, including patrolling the university campus and outlying areas; enforcing local, state, and federal laws as well as campus rules and regulations; responding to calls for service; initiating police reports; performing follow-up investigations as needed; directing traffic, and other duties as assigned.

During basic training, will attend the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy M-F. During field training, will rotate through all shifts with varying hours and days off. Actual shift assignment will follow completion of all required training. All qualified applicants will be invited to take a written test and physical test the week of September 21st, 2026 . More details about the testing and testing dates will be provided later.

Non-certified applications will be accepted through September 10th, 2026 to allow for testing to take place on the above date.

Applicants successfully hired who are non-certified will be eligible for recruitment incentive payments* in the total amount of $3,500.  *Full details and terms of payment will be provided in payment agreements for those successfully hired.

Certified: The officer is placed under the direct supervision of a police training officer. During this period, the officer will perform all the duties of a law enforcement officer including patrolling the university campus and outlying areas; enforcing local, state, and federal laws as well as campus rules and regulations; responding to calls for service; initiating police reports, performing follow-up investigations as needed; directing traffic, and other duties as assigned.

Out of state certified applicants will be required to pass a physical test and written test to be considered for the position. Qualified in-state candidates will be individually scheduled for interviews.

Applicants successfully hired who are certified law enforcement officers will be eligible for recruitment incentive payments* in the total amount of $10,000. *Full details and terms of payment will be provided in payment agreements for those successfully hired. The department is accepting applications until the positions are filled, and the vacancies may close without notice. 

Iowa State University Police Department employees will support the Department’s vision and mission by operating in a fair, unbiased manner, which respects the rights and dignity of all individuals. Department employees’ everyday actions are guided by the Department’s values of Respect, Integrity, Caring, Honor, Excellence and Service (RICHES) and be grounded in the highest ethical and professional standards. Department employees are expected to work in partnership with the campus and area communities to provide leadership in solving community problems, preventing crime and providing a safe environment to fulfill the mission of the University. Employees will strive for excellence in fulfilling the Department’s Mission and Vision Statements, values and goals.

In addition to Iowa State University's standard background check, candidates are required to successfully complete additional background checks, thorough reference checks, and pre-employment health evaluation(s) in accordance with the Department of Public Safety's hiring practices.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities • Patrols assigned zone by motor vehicle, bicycle, or on foot to prevent, discover, and deter the commission of crime; to enforce criminal and traffic laws and university rules and regulations; and to check the security of buildings, functioning of outdoor lighting and traffic signals, and road conditions. Monitors and directs vehicular and pedestrian traffic as required. • Responds to radio dispatched calls for a variety of services including investigation of alarms, animal control, assistance to motorists, building maintenance problems, domestic problems, thefts, and other acts against person

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