Minimum Qualification Requirements

Iowa State Fair Police Department

3000 E. Grand Ave Des Moines, Ia. 50317 Phone: 515-262-3931

Full Time Police Officer

Iowa State Fair Police Department

Description

The Iowa State Fair is seeking a Full-Time Police Officer to join the Iowa State
Fairgrounds team. Officers will work a 12-hour Panama Shift schedule, with the current
vacancy from 4:00 PM to 4:00 AM.

Qualifications:

• Must be ILEA certified.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in law enforcement.

• Supervisory experience is preferred, but not required.

• Applicants must pass an MMPI test, background check, fingerprint check, drug

screen, and an oral review process.

Interested candidates should complete an online application through
www.iowastatefair.org under the employment section, along with a cover letter and
resume. Applications can be sent by email or mail no later than January 3, 2025 to:

Director Randy Jones
Iowa State Fair Police Department
PO Box 57130
Des Moines, IA 50317-0003
Email: rjones@iowastatefair.org

Iowa State Fair Police Department

3000 E. Grand Ave Des Moines, Ia. 50317 Phone: 515-262-3931

Job Responsibilities:

• Enforce state and federal regulations, codes, laws, and administrative rules on the

Iowa State Fairgrounds and properties.

• Respond to calls for service, including complaints and emergency situations.

• Conduct uniformed preventative patrols, 24/7.

• Investigate crimes (e.g., major crimes, traffic violations, theft, domestic disputes,

intoxication, security alarms) and complete reports.

• Prepare supplementary reports for investigations.

• Arrest and process individuals, including searching and seizing property, evidence

collection, and transportation of offenders.

• Identify and correct safety hazards around roadways, conduct crash analysis,

investigate accidents, assist motorists, and manage traffic flow.

• Collaborate with citizens and community groups, including referrals to agencies,

welfare checks, and crime prevention education.

• Assist during emergency situations, including fire, EMS, and severe weather

response.

• Inspect and maintain law enforcement vehicles and equipment.

• Supervise specialized police operations during major events, such as the Iowa

State Fair, World Pork Expo, and Good Guys Car Show.

• Be available for mandatory overtime during major events.

• Work collaboratively with other law enforcement agencies for offender

apprehension, investigations, and major event coordination.

• Perform security checks on buildings, grounds, and other Iowa State Fair

properties.

• Complete other duties as assigned.

For more information about the Panama Shift Schedule or other job details, please
contact Chief Randy Jones at rjones@iowastatefair.org or call 515-262-3111 Ext 226.