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Police Officer

Mar-Mac Police District
Marquette, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Overview
The Police Officer plays a crucial role in maintaining law and order within the community. This position requires a dedicated individual committed to public safety, crime prevention, and community engagement. Officers are responsible for enforcing laws, responding to emergencies, and ensuring the protection of citizens and property. The ideal candidate will possess strong conflict management skills, leadership qualities, and a dedication to serving the community.

Responsibilities

  • Enforce local, state, and federal laws while maintaining peace and order.
  • Respond promptly to emergency calls and incidents.
  • Conduct thorough investigations of crimes and accidents.
  • Prepare detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and other activities.
  • Engage with the community to build trust and foster positive relationships.
  • Manage conflicts effectively to de-escalate potentially volatile situations.
  • Perform surveillance operations as needed to prevent crime.
  • Provide first aid and CPR in emergency situations until medical personnel arrive.
  • Handle animals safely when necessary during calls or incidents.
  • Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies as required.

Requirements

  • Have the ability to obtain certification from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy or be currently certified.
  • Be a U. S. Citizen.
  • Be 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
  • Possess an associate degree or a minimum of 60 college credits.
  • Hold a valid driver’s license.
  • Successfully pass the physical fitness tests (non-certified applicants).
  • Possess a high level of personal integrity and be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation including a fingerprint search conducted of local, state, and national fingerprint files.
  • Have not been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude.
  • Not be addicted to drugs or alcohol.
  • Be examined by a physician and meet the physical requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer.
  • Have uncorrected vision of not less than 20/100 in both eyes, corrected to 20/20, and color vision consistent with the occupational demands of law enforcement.
  • Have normal hearing in each ear (hearing aids are acceptable if a candidate can demonstrate sufficient hearing proficiency to perform all necessary duties of a law enforcement officer).
  • Undergo psychological testing.
  • Successfully pass the Police Officer Selection Test (POST) testing (non-certified applicants).
  • Not be opposed to use of force to fulfil duties.
  • Be able to perform and complete all duties expected of a police officer.

This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on community safety while developing valuable skills in law enforcement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.48 - $28.89 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 48 per week

Benefits:

  • Credit union membership
  • Dental insurance
  • Dependent health insurance coverage
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Military leave
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Uniform allowance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Holidays
  • On call
  • Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $29

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