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 Sheriffs Office, 770 Iowa Street, Dubuque, IA 52001 or at 

You may also call Kelly Otting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email 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.

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