Deputy Sheriff
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Deputy Sheriff
Start a Career Where You Will Make a Difference Do you have passion for community service and helping others? Then you should consider a rewarding career as a Deputy with the Dubuque County Sheriff's Office. Our deputies serve as mediators, decision makers, law enforcers, and community outreach. You will be helping people in their time of need, in a community that supports law enforcement. The Dubuque County Sheriff's Office is hiring new deputies in Dubuque, IA. We offer competitive wages, generous time off, and comprehensive wellness benefits. The Dubuque County Civil Service Commission will administer competitive examinations for the position of full-time Dubuque County Deputy Sheriff on Saturday, November 21, 2026. Those interested should apply no later than Friday, November 06, 2026, at the Dubuque County Sheriff's Office, 770 Iowa Street, Dubuque, IA 52001 or at You may also call or email Kelly Otting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io for an application. Applicants passing the written examination must also pass a physical agility test and meet the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy's Minimum Standards. This test will be administered before the written examination at the ImOn Arena, 1800 Admiral Sheehy Dr, Dubuque. Applicants passing both the written exam and physical fitness will then participate in a brief, but scored, Oral Board Interview immediately following the physical fitness portion. PT Standards can be found at: (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) Wondering if you can find a place in our ranks? • 15 paid Holidays • One of the top health care packages in Iowa • Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) • Family-first organization • Shift Differential pay • Numerous opportunities for advancement or additional training • Maximum pay level achieved in only three years • Contract buyout for previously certified officers • Accelerated Iowa certification for most out-of-state certified peace officers • Extra work and volunteer opportunities
EOE/ADA Statement Dubuque County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Dubuque County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Dubuque County is proud to offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package that keeps health insurance costs low for employees while providing strong coverage for you and your family. Along with highly affordable medical insurance, employees enjoy retirement security through IPERS, generous paid time off, and a wide range of programs that support your health, well-being, and financial peace of mind.
- Medical Insurance with 24/7 access to:
- Health Advocacy
- Nurse Support
- Care Navigation
- Doctor on Demand
- $0 Telehealth/urgent care
- Free talk therapy
- Discounted psychiatry
- Dental
- Vision
- Medical & Dependent Care FSA
- Life and AD&D (company paid and ability to purchase additional Voluntary Life and AD&D)
- Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel Assistance Program
- PerkSpot - Employee discount program
- Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)
- Paid Time Off
- Personal Time Off
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- 15 paid holidays
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