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. 

Qualifications:

•  Must be 21 years of age at the time of Civil Service List Certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• United States Citizen at the time of the written examination.
• Pass an extensive background check and submit to a polygraph test.
• Uncorrected vision of not less than 20-100 in each eye, normal color vision.
• Normal hearing.
• Ability to speak clearly and communicate well.
• Ability to develop proficiency in operating firearms.
• Ability to operate motor vehicle safely.
• Must establish residency within 20 miles of the corporate city limits of Davenport. Click here to view residency map.

Example of Duties:

• Enforces all ordinances and laws of the City of Davenport, State of Iowa, and the United States of America.
• Protects life, property, and maintains order.
• Interacts with a diverse population and often deals with emotionally distressed individuals.
• Utilizes problem solving skills, creativity, and innovative approaches to identify and resolve community problems/concerns.
• Drives emergency vehicles, pursues suspects, investigates incidents, and interviews victims and suspects.
• Writes reports and testifies in court.
• Performs other related duties as required.

For full details, please view the Police Officer Informational Packet.