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Iowa Department of Public Safety
Job Opportunities
The Iowa Department of Public Safety is not testing or accepting applications at this time. There are no academies currently scheduled.
Please complete the Recruiter Contact Information form found at Contact Me for immediate information and assistance concerning future job opportunities and academies. Continue to view this website for further information and updates regarding our application process and academy dates.
The Iowa Department of Public Safety continually seeks highly qualified applicants with the character and integrity demanded by the citizens of Iowa to fill a diverse array of positions such as: |
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In order to become a qualified candidate for any of the DPS Peace Officer positions, applicants must complete ten required phases successfully. To learn more about the peace officer selection process, click here.
The Iowa Department of Public Safety conducts a rigorous training academy for its newly hired peace officer candidates. The academy is held at the Camp Dodge military facility in Johnston, Iowa. Johnston is a suburb north of Des Moines. To learn more about the DPS academy, click here.
To view locations where a DPS Recruiter will be available to talk with interested parties please visit the DPS Recruiting Page. To view a :30 second recruiting video click here - Recruiting Video
The Iowa Department of Public Safety has a proud tradition of serving and protecting the people of Iowa. With 900 employees, including over 600 peace officers, the Department is organized in five divisions:
The Department works in close cooperation with federal and local law enforcement officials in order to maximize effectiveness of operations. In addition to law enforcement, the Department brings help and reassurance to individuals and families often in crisis situations.
Since its beginning in 1939, the Department has worked diligently to employ people of character and integrity who utilize cutting edge technology and proven law enforcement techniques to keep the people of Iowa safe. The Department of Public Safety is playing a critical role in sustaining and supporting the high quality of life Iowans enjoy. We are committed to keeping Iowa safe.
Civilian Positions
Civilian
employees make up the remaining positions within the Department of
Public Safety. These employees handle jobs from Clerk Typist to Criminalist
and from Communications Specialist to Budget Analyst. Candidates for
civilian positions within state government must meet qualifications
established by the Merit Employment System of the Iowa Department
of Administrative Services. For further information regarding civilian
positions in Iowa state government, contact:
Iowa Department of Administrative Services
Grimes State Office Building
Des Moines, Iowa 50319
(515) 281-3087
www.iowa.gov/das
The Iowa Department of Administrative Services now has job descriptions
located on line on their Web site for all job classes in the State
of Iowa Merit Employment System. This includes civilian positions
within the Iowa Department of Public Safety.
Access
additional Iowa Jobs Information from the Iowa Department of Workforce Development.
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