Polk County Hiring Deputy Sheriff

Open until November 18, 2026

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/polkia/jobs/5520583/deputy

Under general supervision, performs responsible law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property through crime prevention and enforcement of laws and ordinances. Deputies work in diverse areas such as patrol, traffic control, criminal and accident investigations, narcotics, civil process, execution of warrants, courthouse security, transportation or extradition, and community relations. As deputies gain experience and training they become eligible for specialty assignments including search and rescue, hostage rescue and negotiation, criminal and accident investigation, narcotics, field or jail training officer, and firearms instructor. A Deputy’s duties range from periods of physical inactivity to situations requiring extreme physical exertion and exposure to danger. Employees must be able to act without immediate supervision and exercise independent judgement in meeting emergencies.

Advanced annual entry salary of up to 12% for prior experience.

Please return the application and required documents by November 18, 2026 to:

[email protected]

OR

Polk County Sheriff’s Office Administration Division

ATTN: Mary Toney

5995 NE 14th Street

Des Moines, IA 50313

Preferred method of delivery is email to avoid any processing delays.