Open Positions:
Certified Police Officers
The City of West Branch is recognized as a fast-growing community in Iowa and is located in Johnson and Cedar Counties. The City is currently accepting application for the position of Police Officer. The West Branch Police Department performs law enforcement and crime prevention for the safety and protection of life and property in the City of West Branch. West Branch offers a family-friendly environment featuring quality parks, schools and trails. The West Branch Police Department is very team oriented and has a culture of success with the focus on community-oriented policing. Please contact Chief Greg Hall (319) 643-2222 or westbranchpolice@westbranchiowa.org. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Certified Officers wage range is $66,560 – $81,302
Non-Certified Police Officers will start at $62,400. And after successful completion of the police academy, wages will increase to $66.560.
The physical agility test and Police Officer Selection Test (POST) will be administered to qualified applicants. Iowa Certified Officers (Lateral transfers) do not have to do the testing process. Dates are TBD and more information will be emailed to qualified candidates at a later time.
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