The Fort Madison Police Department is seeking candidates to fill various positions. Are you the right person for us?

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• Looking for a first-time job in law enforcement? The Fort Madison Police Department is willing to hire the right person and provide training. Non-certified applicants will attend the four-month Iowa Law Enforcement Academy while receiving full-time pay!

 

• Already a certified officer and looking to relocate to a new community? Pre-certified officers are eligible for lateral entry wage and benefits, plus a $10,000 sign-on bonus. 

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We seek candidates who demonstrate:

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• High Personal Standards

• Moral Integrity

• A Strong Work Ethic

• Community Minded

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We offer a salary and benefits package including:

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• 2024 Patrol Base Wage: $51,667 - $61,734

• Additional Longevity Pay Scale After 5 Years

• Shift Differential

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Health, Life, and Supplemental Insurance

• Education Incentive Pay & Reimbursement

• Vacation, Personal days, and Sick Time

• Uniform Allowance 

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Other opportunities within FMPD Include:

• School Resource Officer

• Community Service Officer

• Drug Task Force Officer

• Detective Bureau

• Tactical Response Unit

• Canine Unit

• Drone Pilot

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Fort Madison Department has 21 sworn and 3 non-sworn positions. Ranks Include Patrol Officers, Sergeants, Captains, Detective, Detective Supervisor, and Chief of Police.

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Non-ILEA-certified candidates will be required to complete a written test (POST) and a physical fitness test in Fort Madison to attain eligibility. All applicants must be able to carry a firearm, pass a background check, and possess a valid driver's license.

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Applications can be downloaded by the link below or obtained in-person at the lobby M-F 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.

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If you have any questions, please feel free to email our department recruiter: Sgt. Gray.