The Pella (IA) Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Qualified certified lateral officers within Iowa are eligible to receive an $8,000 sign-on bonus. Out-of-state certified officers may qualify for a $6,000 sign-on bonus. The starting annual salary for the position of Police Officer is $62,358.40 ($29.98 per hour). We encourage you to apply if you are interested in working in a great community and with an agency that supports both personal and professional development, growth, and wellness.

The Pella Police Department is committed to recruiting and hiring individuals with personal integrity, high ethical standards, and a dedication to service. We offer equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other classification or status protected by law.

This job involves enforcing federal, state, and local laws and ensuring the safety of citizens and property in one of Iowa's safest cities. The role requires patrolling the city to prevent criminal activity and traffic violations, conducting investigations, preparing reports, and performing other law enforcement duties. The Pella Police Department employs 18 full-time officers, two reserve officers, and nine civilian employees who work together to provide public safety services to the residents of Pella.

Successful candidates must meet minimum hiring standards for law enforcement officers as defined in Iowa Administrative Code 501 Chapter 2 https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/iac/chapter/01-12-2022.501.2.pdf. Applicants that have attained an associate degree from an accredited college or university, 64 college credit hours, or a combination of college and applicable training and experience are preferred. The target date for the written examination (POST Exam), physical fitness testing, and interview will be mid-2024.

Applications must be received by Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 4:59 P.M.

Applications will only be accepted online through the City of Pella website at https:/www.cityofpella.com/apply.

The Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) establishes the physical fitness assessment requirements, and the Pella Police Department will utilize those guidelines for our candidate testing. The test is gender and age-based and includes sit-ups, push-ups, and a 1.5-mile run. These tests will provide department staff with an assessment of the candidate’s strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Certified officer candidates must take the physical fitness assessment per departmental guidelines. The ILEA Physical Testing Standards can be found at https://ilea.iowa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Form-PTStandards.pdf.

The National Police Officer Selection Test (POST) is used as an entry-level written test to gauge mental skills, essential intelligence, and education level in police applicants. According to ILEA standards, a score of 70% on each section is required. ILEA-certified or non-certified applicants with a passing post score within one year of applying are not required to take the POST. A study guide for the POST exam may be found at: https://www.applytoserve.com/Study/.

Applicants with questions or concerns may call or email Captain Paul Haase at phaase@cityofpella.com or 641-628-4921.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $62,358.40 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Minimum standards for law enforcement officers set by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy § 501.IAC 2.1 (1) state that no person shall be selected or appointed as a law enforcement officer unless such person is a United States Citizen and a resident of Iowa or intends to become a resident upon being employed. Are you a citizen of the United States?
• Candidate must meet all the minimum standards for Iowa law enforcement officers set by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. Do you anticipate that you may have difficulty satisfying any of the minimum standards?
• In the last 10 years, have you been discharged or suspended from any employment for disciplinary reasons, have you been asked to resign, or have you resigned after being advised that you were the subject of an investigation?
• Have you ever been convicted of a crime? If yes, please complete the following:

Crime(s) Convicted of:
Date of Conviction(s):
City and State the Conviction(s) occurred in:

• Do you possess a valid Driver's License?
• Has your Driver's License ever been suspended or revoked? If yes, explain (date, location, disposition, description, etc.)
• The position for which you have applied requires physical fitness, stamina, agility and general good health. Can you do the essential functions of the job with our without reasonable accommodation?

Ability to Relocate:

• Pella, IA 50219: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person