POLICE OFFICER - Spring 2025

Salary : $65,646.00 Annually

Location : Davenport, IA

Job Type : Full-Time Career Development

Job Number : 1850

Department : Police Dept

Opening Date : 10 / 14 / 2024

Union : UPPO

Definition

The City of Davenport Police Department is seeking highly motivated and ethical individuals, that, under general supervision perform work of moderate difficulty in law enforcement, maintenance of order, protection of life and property, and crime prevention; and perform related work as required.

Examples Of Duties

• Protects life and property and maintains order
• Patrols assigned areas for the prevention of crime and enforces laws and ordinances of the City of Davenport, State of Iowa, and the United States of America
• Utilizes problem solving skills, creativity and innovative approaches to identify and resolve community problems / concerns
• Observes activities and environment, and keeps alert to suspicious occurrences
• Responds to emergency calls and acts to resolve emergency situations
• Notes location and type of call; proceeds to scene observing traffic conditions in emergent, urgent and routine responses
• Takes control of emergency site, directing traffic, securing scene and assisting medical personnel when injuries are involved
• Monitors traffic conditions and enforces traffic laws : observes driving behavior and measures vehicle speed to detect violations of traffic laws; stops vehicles for traffic violations and issues citations
• Directs traffic for special events, accidents and detours
• Writes detailed incident reports utilizing computer to make a record of events, conditions, time and persons involved : makes careful notes of all details important for future reference or prosecution; completes all required documentation and forms
• Stops fights and attempts to mediate arguments and disputes which threaten violence : physically restrains persons involved in violent attacks; secures vicinity of persons threatening violence to self or others; talks to parties involved in disputes in an attempt to reconcile differences
• Apprehends and arrests suspects in crimes : takes custody of persons involved in crimes or wanted in connection with criminal activities; physically subdues resistant persons with force necessary to control them. Investigates crime scenes, interrogates suspects, interviews witnesses, secures evidence, and testifies in court.

Qualifications

Additional requirements :

HOW TO APPLY : Click the Apply link above. Only online applications will be accepted. You can also visit : for more information.

Once a completed application is on file, a written exam study guide may be obtained at City Hall, Human Resources Office, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, IA 52801. Out of town applicants may obtain a study guide by calling 563.326.7711.

Important testing and selection process information is included in the 2025 Police Information Packet which can be accessed by clicking the following link or downloading from the City of Davenport website.

Residency :

Residency must be established within 20 miles of the corporate city limits of Davenport, and can include within the State of Illinois. Click on the for further information.

DPD Total Compensation :

Click the document to view the salary and benefits breakdown for officers beginning January 1, 2024.

Lateral Hiring Program : Full-time certified Police Officers will receive starting pay commensurate with his / her sworn and certified law enforcement experience, as well as a bank of sick and vacation leave. Details can be accessed by clicking the following link Special Relocation Incentives : Relocation assistance if moving from 60 miles or more to the City of Davenport city limits :

1,000 if renting or $2,000 if purchasing.

Home Base Iowa Community (

5,000 tax credit through the State of Iowa (Payable at closing)

1,500 closing costs reimbursement from Scott County

1,500 closing costs reimbursement from City of Davenport Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) :

Hired Police Officers will attend the sixteen (16) week police academy which commences on May 5, 2025. Employment start date would be April 28, 2025.

Knowledge and Skills

Good Knowledge of : The purpose of law enforcement and the criminal justice system. Law enforcement procedures, practices and equipment. Applicable city, state and federal law. Considerable Skill in : Obtaining valid information by interview and interrogation. Reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Using physical strength to restrain, lift, carry and pursue. Report Writing. Working Skill in : Using firearms and operating motor vehicles properly and within established guidelines. Using good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions. Observing facts and situations analytically and objectively and recording them clearly and completely. Expressing oneself clearly orally and in writing. Handling situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and impartially. Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions. Gathering, assembling, analyzing and evaluating evidence; and drawing sound conclusions.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees :

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

Applicants must be a United States Citizen at the time of the written examination. Do you meet this requirement?

Position requires that you are at least 21 years of age by the time we certify the hiring list. This is expected to happen on April 9, 2025. Do you meet this requirement?

Please enter your Social Security Number. (This is required for the written exam)

Questions related to background disqualifications (6 - 15) must be answered truthfully. A polygraph will be administered to applicants to determine deceptive responses. Do you understand this?

Have you ever been convicted of and / or received a deferred judgment for domestic violence?

Have you been convicted of and / or received a deferred judgment for a felony?

Have you been convicted of and / or received deferred judgments for four (4) or more misdemeanors (non-traffic) within three years (36 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE?

Do you have one or more convictions or deferred judgments for an OWI offense within five years (60 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE? Any convictions up to and including the day of appointment will be disqualifiable. Individuals with two or more convictions or deferred judgments for an OWI offense within the last ten years will be disqualified.

Have you ever illegally sold, delivered, distributed, or manufactured drugs?

Have you used marijuana, cannabis or THC in any form (natural or synthetic) and in any location (domestic or foreign) at least one time within ONE year (12 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE?

Have you used hard drugs, i.e. cocaine, (see Information Packet for list) at least one time within FIVE years (60 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE?

Have you used prescription drugs without a prescription at least one time within FIVE years (60 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE? (This includes, but is not limited to, Adderall, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Percocet, Tramadol, etc.)

Have you ever sold / provided prescription drugs (This includes, but is not limited to, Adderall, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Percocet, Tramadol, etc.) to another person?

Do you have any tattoos on the head, neck, or hands? (See info packet for info on display of tattoos). If so, these would need to be completely removed prior to testing.

If Yes to Q. 15, please provide more detail below on placement and style so we can determine if they are outside of policy.

Questions 6 - 15 reflect the most common automatic disqualifiers. A list of the automatic disqualifiers is found in the Information Packet in the job posting. If you have answered yes to any questions 5 - 15 or have any other automatic disqualifiers found in the Information Packet you are not eligible to test with Davenport Police Department this year. Do you understand?

Prior to receiving an offer of employment, selected applicants will be required to retake and pass the physical ability test. Failure to complete this will result in disqualification from the process or removal from the certified civil service list. Do you understand this?

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Salary : $65,646