Deputy Sheriff

Dubuque County Sheriff's Office; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health care package

IPERS

Family-first culture

Shift differential

Advancement opportunities

Fast pay growth

Contract buyout

Accelerated certification

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Dubuque County Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified applicants to become Deputy Sheriffs in Dubuque, IA. Deputies serve as mediators, decision makers, law enforcers and community outreach, helping residents in times of need within a supportive community.

The position involves competitive wages, generous time off and comprehensive wellness benefits. A Civil Service examination process will determine eligibility for full-time Deputy Sheriff, with required written and physical tests and an Oral

Qualifications

• Pass written examination for Deputy Sheriff.
• Pass physical agility test and meet Iowa Law Enforcement Academy minimum standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as mediators, decision makers, law enforcers and community outreach within Dubuque County.

Job description

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.

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: https://ilea.iowa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Form-PTStandards.pdf (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