Police Officer (Certified or Non-Certified) – Lateral

City of West Des Moines; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of West Des Moines is seeking Police Officers (certified and non-certified) to join the West Des Moines Police Department. The role requires completing the hiring process and meeting eligibility. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and hold a high school diploma or GED.

Post-offer physical, drug test, and psychological evaluation are required. Lateral transfers are possible for current certified officers; submit materials by 11:59 PM on November 10, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current certified officers may qualify for a lateral transfer.
• Post-offer, pre-employment physical, drug test, and psychological evaluation required.

Skills

Community engagement

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of West Des Moines is seeking Police Officers (certified and non-certified) to join the West Des Moines Police Department. The role requires completing the hiring process and meeting eligibility. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and hold a high school diploma or GED.

Post-offer physical, drug test, and psychological evaluation are required. Lateral transfers are possible for current certified officers; submit materials by 11:59 PM on November 10, 2026.