Polk County Human Resources Deputy in Lee

Company: Polk County Human Resources
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: September 7, 2020

Job Description:

Polk County Human Resources Deputy - Polk County Human ResourcesJob DescriptionCLOSING DATE: 09/04/20 03:00 PM DEPARTMENT: Sheriff's Office LOCATION: Sheriff Field Headquarters, 6023 NE 14th St., Des Moines HOURS: TBD SALARY: $61,044 $78,843 Annually BARGAINING UNIT: Teamsters SALARY GRADE: 17 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Knowledge of the Iowa Criminal Code, Iowa Traffic Code, Judicial System, Rules of Civil Procedures, and departmental policies/standard operating procedures. * Knowledge of the principles/practices of modern law enforcement. * Knowledge of the constitutional rights of citizens/incarcerated persons. * Knowledge of proper investigation principles/ practices/ techniques. * Knowledge of first aide/CPR. * Skill in the techniques utilized to subdue violent/uncooperative people. * Skill in the safe operation of motor vehicles. * Good attention to details/observation skills. * Good visual acuity/night vision/ peripheral vision. * Good interviewing/listening skills. * Ability to keep detailed/accurate records/reports. * Ability to read/comprehend complex laws/ordinances and interpret court orders. * Ability to analyze people/situations quickly/calmly and determine/take effective/reasonable courses of action while under stress/pressure. * Ability to de-escalate/mediate volatile situations. * Ability to understand/carry out oral/written instructions. * Ability to apply knowledge of law enforcement methods/procedures/techniques to specific situations. * Ability to operate equipment such as Intoxilyzer, fingerprint/photo and personal computer. * Ability to communicate clearly/effectively both orally and in writing. * Proven ability/proficiency in safe use of firearms. * Ability to deal fairly, objectively, and courteously with the general public without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs. * Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with associates, co-workers, representatives of other organizations, and people from diverse cultures. * Ability to obtain/maintain valid driver's license issued by the State of Iowa. * Ability to maintain certifications as required by assignment. * Ability to operate communication dispatch radio. * Ability to walk, stand, run on uneven surfaces. * Ability to work in inclement weather. * Ability to stand/sit for extended periods of time. * Ability to hear conversational voice. * Ability to meet physical/psychological standards as set forth by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: High School graduation or equivalent. Special Requirements: * Be a citizen of the United States. * Must be at least 21 years of age on or before the date of the written examination. * Must maintain a valid Iowa driver's license. * Must 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. * Must have normal hearing in each ear as defined by Iowa Code (hearing aids are acceptable if a candidate can demonstrate sufficient hearing proficiency to perform all necessary duties of a law enforcement officer). * Must be examined by a licensed physician and meet the physical requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer prior to final offer of employment. * Must undergo psychological testing prior to final offer of employment. * A criminal background check will be required. * A drug screen will be required prior to final offer of employment. * Candidate must pass a post-employment offer physical examination. * Must meet minimum standards for Iowa Law Enforcement Officers as defined in Iowa * Administrative Code 501 Chapter 2, and the minimum standards set by the Polk County Civil Service Commission. Civil Service Examination: A Civil Service examination will be administered for this position, consisting of: Physical Agility (Cooper) Test Written (P.O.S.T.) Examination Polygraph Examination Psychological Evaluation (MMPI) Background Investigation Physical Examination Civil Service Interview Drug Screen *Certified Iowa peace officers moving from one Iowa law enforcement agency to another Iowa law enforcement agency without a break of more than 180 days in law enforcement service, will NOT be required to complete the physical agility (Cooper) test or the written (P.O.S.T.) examination. Annual Entry Salary for certified law enforcement officers with post academy service (Effective July 1, 2019): 1 year of law enforcement service: $50,639.00 2 years of law enforcement service: $51,632.00 3 years of law enforcement service: $52,625.00 4 years of law enforcement service: $53,618.00 5 years of law enforcement service: $54,611.00 6+ years of law enforcement service: $55,604.00 Please click apply now!

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