POLICE OFFICER - FALL 2025

City of Davenport; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Davenport Police Department is seeking motivated individuals for the Police Officer position. Responsibilities include crime prevention, emergency response, and maintaining public order. Candidates should be 21 years old, have a high school diploma, and be U.S. citizens. Applicants must pass a background check and various physical tests. This offers a full-time, entry-level opportunity with structured training at the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy commencing in January 2026.

Benefits

Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision

Pension and retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Applicant must be able to pass an extensive background check and submit to a polygraph test.
• 21 years of age at the time of list certification (December 10, 2025).
• Must be a United States Citizen at the time of the written examination.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas for the prevention of crime and enforces laws.
• Responds to emergency calls and resolves emergency situations.
• Writes detailed incident reports and maintains order.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Physical Strength

Tact

Education

High school diploma or GED

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Definition

The City of Davenport Police Department is seeking highly motivated and ethical individuals, that, under general supervision perform work of moderate difficulty in law enforcement, maintenance of order, protection of life and property, and crime prevention; and perform related work as required.

Examples Of Duties

• Protects life and property and maintains order
• Patrols assigned areas for the prevention of crime and enforces laws and ordinances of the City of Davenport, State of Iowa, and the United States of America
• Utilizes problem solving skills, creativity and innovative approaches to identify and resolve community problems/concerns
• Observes activities and environment, and keeps alert to suspicious occurrences
• Responds to emergency calls and acts to resolve emergency situations
• Notes location and type of call; proceeds to scene observing traffic conditions in emergent, urgent and routine responses
• Takes control of emergency site, directing traffic, securing scene and assisting medical personnel when injuries are involved
• Monitors traffic conditions and enforces traffic laws: observes driving behavior and measures vehicle speed to detect violations of traffic laws; stops vehicles for traffic violations and issues citations
• Directs traffic for special events, accidents and detours
• Writes detailed incident reports utilizing computer to make a record of events, conditions, time and persons involved: makes careful notes of all details important for future reference or prosecution; completes all required documentation and forms
• Stops fights and attempts to mediate arguments and disputes which threaten violence: physically restrains persons involved in violent attacks; secures vicinity of persons threatening violence to self or others; talks to parties involved in disputes in an attempt to reconcile differences
• Apprehends and arrests suspects in crimes: takes custody of persons involved in crimes or wanted in connection with criminal activities; physically subdues resistant persons with force necessary to control them. Investigates crime scenes, interrogates suspects, interviews witnesses, secures evidence, and testifies in court.
  
  

Qualifications

• 21 years of age at the time of list certification (December 10, 2025)
• High school diploma or GED
• You must be a United States Citizen at the time of the written examination
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Applicant must be able to pass an extensive background check and submit to a polygraph test. Must have ability to perform the core functions of the position
• Uncorrected vision of not less than 20-100 in each eye, corrected to 20-20 in each eye, normal color vision
• Normal hearing
• Ability to speak clearly and communicate well
• Ability to develop a facility in operating firearms
• Ability to operate motor vehicles safely
• Appointees will be required to adhere to Professional Standards set forth by the Davenport Police Department addressing the display of tattoos. Officers and employees may not appear on duty or in uniform with any visible facial, head, or neck tattoos. No tattoos will be permitted below the wrist with the exception of a single ring tattoo (one per hand). Exceptions may be granted by the Chief of Police
• Prior to receiving an offer of employment, selected applicants will be required to retake and pass the physical ability test. Failure to complete this will result in disqualification from the process or removal from the certified list
• Skill in dealing with others in a courteous and fair manner, as well as the ability to enforce laws and ordinances with firmness and tact
• Bilingual applicants desired.
  
  

HOW TO APPLY: Click the Apply link above. Only online applications will be accepted. You can also visit: www.protectdavenport.com for more information.

Once a completed application is on file, a written exam study guide may be obtained at City Hall, Human Resources Office, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, IA 52801. Out of town applicants may obtain a study guide by calling 563.326.7711.

Important testing and selection process information is included in the 2025 Police Information Packet which can be accessed by clicking the following link 2025 Police Information Packet or downloading from the City of Davenport website.

Residency

Residency must be established within 20 miles of the corporate city limits of Davenport, and can include within the State of Illinois. Click on the Residency Map for further information.

DPD Total Compensation

Click the Total Compensation document to view the salary and benefits breakdown for officers beginning July 1, 2025.

Lateral Hiring Program

Full-time certified Police Officers will receive starting pay commensurate with his/her sworn and certified law enforcement experience, as well as a bank of sick and vacation leave. Details can be accessed by clicking the following link Lateral Hiring Program.

Special Relocation Incentives:Relocation assistance if moving from 60 miles or more to the City of Davenport city limits:

$1,000 if renting or $2,000 if purchasing.

Home Base Iowa Community (*for veterans purchasing a home only)

$5,000 tax credit through the State of Iowa (Payable at closing)

$1,500 closing costs reimbursement from Scott County

$1,500 closing costs reimbursement from City of Davenport

Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA)

Hired Police Officers will attend the sixteen (16) week police academy which commences on January 5, 2026. Employment start date would be December 22, 2025.

Knowledge and Skills

Good Knowledge of: The purpose of law enforcement and the criminal justice system. Law enforcement procedures, practices and equipment. Applicable city, state and federal law. Considerable Skill in: Obtaining valid information by interview and interrogation. Reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Using physical strength to restrain, lift, carry and pursue. Report Writing. Working Skill in: Using firearms and operating motor vehicles properly and within established guidelines. Using good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions. Observing facts and situations analytically and objectively and recording them clearly and completely. Expressing oneself clearly orally and in writing. Handling situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and impartially. Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions. Gathering, assembling, analyzing and evaluating evidence; and drawing sound conclusions.

Benefits For Full-Time Employees

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug
• Pension
• 457 retirement plan contributions
• Retirement health savings plan contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
  
  

01

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Applicants must be a United States Citizen at the time of the written examination. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Position requires that you are at least 21 years of age by the time we certify the hiring list. This is expected to happen on December 10, 2025. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Please enter your Social Security Number. (This is required for the written exam)

05

Questions related to background disqualifications (6 - 15) must be answered truthfully. A polygraph will be administered to applicants to determine deceptive responses. Do you understand this?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Have you ever been convicted of and/or received a deferred judgment for domestic violence?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Have you been convicted of and/or received a deferred judgment for a felony?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

Have you been convicted of and/or received deferred judgments for four (4) or more misdemeanors (non-traffic) within three years (36 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Do you have one or more convictions or deferred judgments for an OWI offense within five years (60 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE? Any convictions up to and including the day of appointment will be disqualifiable. Individuals with two or more convictions or deferred judgments for an OWI offense within the last ten years will be disqualified.

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Have you ever illegally sold, delivered, distributed, or manufactured drugs?

• Yes
• No
  
  

11

Have you used marijuana, cannabis or THC in any form (natural or synthetic) and in any location (domestic or foreign) at least one time within ONE year (12 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE?

• Yes
• No
  
  

12

Have you used hard drugs, i.e. cocaine, (see Information Packet for list) at least one time within FIVE years (60 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE?

• Yes
• No
  
  

13

Have you used prescription drugs without a prescription at least one time within FIVE years (60 months) prior to APPLICATION DATE? (This includes, but is not limited to, Adderall, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Percocet, Tramadol, etc.)

• Yes
• No
  
  

14

Have you ever sold/provided prescription drugs (This includes, but is not limited to, Adderall, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Percocet, Tramadol, etc.) to another person?

• Yes
• No
  
  

15

Do you have any tattoos on the head, neck, or hands? (See info packet for info on display of tattoos). If so, these would need to be completely removed prior to testing.

• Yes
• No
  
  

16

If Yes to Q. 15, please provide more detail below on placement and style so we can determine if they are outside of policy.

17

Questions 6 - 15 reflect the most common automatic disqualifiers. A list of the automatic disqualifiers is found in the Information Packet in the job posting. If you have answered yes to any questions 5 - 15 or have any other automatic disqualifiers found in the Information Packet you are not eligible to test with Davenport Police Department this year. Do you understand?

• Yes
• No
  
  

18

Prior to receiving an offer of employment, selected applicants will be required to retake and pass the physical ability test. Failure to complete this will result in disqualification from the process or removal from the certified civil service list. Do you understand this?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Government Administration

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