Career Opportunities
At this time, we are not hiring. However, there is job information below; as well as a link to our application packet should you like to fill out and have an application on file.
Direct questions to Assistant Chief Scott Herrmann at sherrmann@decorah.iowa.gov
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR DECORAH LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
General Requirements for Law Enforcement officers as set by the State of Iowa and the Decorah Civil Service Commission. In no case shall any person hereafter be selected or appointed as a law enforcement officer unless such person:
- Be a U. S. Citizen and a resident of Iowa or intend to become a resident upon being employed*;
- As reference in Iowa Administrative Code 2.1(1) Is a citizen of the United States and a resident of Iowa or intends to become a resident upon being employed; provided that the state residency requirement under this subrule shall not apply to employees of a city or county that has adopted an ordinance to allow employees of the city or county to reside in another state and shall not apply to an employee of a city or county that later repeals such an ordinance if the employee resides in another state at the time of the repeal. Railway special agents who are approved by the commissioner of public safety as special agents of the department shall be exempt from the Iowa residency requirement.
- As reference in Iowa Administrative Code 2.1(1) Is a citizen of the United States and a resident of Iowa or intends to become a resident upon being employed; provided that the state residency requirement under this subrule shall not apply to employees of a city or county that has adopted an ordinance to allow employees of the city or county to reside in another state and shall not apply to an employee of a city or county that later repeals such an ordinance if the employee resides in another state at the time of the repeal. Railway special agents who are approved by the commissioner of public safety as special agents of the department shall be exempt from the Iowa residency requirement.
- Is 18 years of age at the time of appointment;
- Hold a valid Iowa driver’s license*;
- As reference in Iowa Administrative Code 2.1(3), Railway special agents who are approved by the commissioner of public safety as special agents of the department and officers who are allowed to reside in an adjacent state shall be required to possess a valid driver’s or chauffeur’s license of the state of residence of the officer.
- As reference in Iowa Administrative Code 2.1(3), Railway special agents who are approved by the commissioner of public safety as special agents of the department and officers who are allowed to reside in an adjacent state shall be required to possess a valid driver’s or chauffeur’s license of the state of residence of the officer.
- Not be addicted to drugs or alcohol [modified for Chapter 400 civil service positions by §400.17 of the Code of Iowa];
- Be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation including a fingerprint search conducted of local, state and national fingerprint files and have not been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude;
- Successfully pass physical fitness tests;
- Not be opposed to use of force to fulfill duties;
- Be a high school graduate or hold a GED certificate;
- 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)
- Be examined by a physician and meet the physical requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer.
- Undergo psychological testing with a passing recommendation.
- Undergo and pass cognitive (Basic Skills) testing
Additional Documents
Internship Applicants:
Anyone wishing to do an internship with the Decorah Police Department must submit your resume, along with a written narrative telling a little about yourself and what you want to gain from your internship with our department. Include in your application the number of hours required, approximate start and end dates, and any other requirements. Please submit your application via email to Asst. Chief Scott Herrmann at sherrmann@decorah.iowa.gov.
Thank you for your interest.
Reserve Officer Information
- Appointment: The position of Reserve Police Officer shall be appointed by the Chief of Police with the approval of the Mayor and City Council. Appointment is subject to meeting the minimum standards established by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. Reserves shall be under the supervision of the commanding officer of the shift to which the reserve is assigned.
- Training: Reserves shall satisfactorily complete the established minimum training standards established by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy, and shall complete that training within the required period.
- Duties: Reserves shall serve as a police officer at the orders and at the discretion of the Chief of Police. While in the actual performance of official duties, reserves shall be vested with the same rights, privileges, obligations, and duties as any other police officer.
- Uniform: Reserves shall at all times wear a uniform prescribed by the Department unless directed by the Chief of Police or his/her designee to wear alternative apparel for use when engaged in assignments involving special investigation.