City of Cedar Rapids Iowa

Police Chief

The City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa is seeking a proven professional leader and manager for the position of Chief of Police.  The Cedar Rapids Police Department, the second largest in the state, has 258 employees (201 sworn) and an annual budget of $25 million.  The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills and must be a proven innovator in the area of community policing and collaborative problem solving in a diverse population.  The new chief will have demonstrated skills in community outreach and relationship-building with all aspects of the community including neighborhood groups, businesses, schools, churches and law enforcement.

The City of Cedar Rapids, located in eastern Iowa, is Iowa’s second-largest city with a population of 120,000.  Cedar Rapids bills itself as “a beacon for people and businesses that are invested in building a greater community for the next generation.” Cedar Rapids is known for its high quality of life and was named the second most “Kid-Friendly City in America.”  Cedar Rapids offers access to the arts, cultural activities, museums, great dining, and live music. There are excellent opportunities for sports and recreation, including a minor league baseball team and USHL hockey.  Housing choices in Cedar Rapids are abundant and affordable, and there are excellent malls and specialty stores for shopping. Education is a strong priority for Cedar Rapids. The Cedar Rapids School District recently invested approximately $46 million for the renovation and improvement of many of its schools, which continue to rank well above the national average. The area is also home to eight colleges and technological schools.

The City of Cedar Rapids has a Home Rule council/manager form of government and the Chief of Police is appointed by and reports directly to the City Manager.  The City Council consists of eight council members and a mayor.  The mayor and three council members are elected at large and the other five are elected by district. 

A four-year college degree is required.  A master’s degree, labor management experience and attendance at senior management programs such as the Senior Management Institute for Police, Northwestern’s School of Staff and Command, FBI National Academy, Southern Police Institute or other similar advanced leadership programs is preferred.  Preference will be given to candidates coming from an urban core city with a diverse economy and demographic makeup. 

The Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) is assisting the city in the selection process.  The position is open until filled with a plan to establish a qualified candidate pool at the end of March.  Compensation package will be highly competitive and based on qualifications and experience. 

To apply, send a cover letter and resume summarizing your qualifications, along with five references to: 

                                        Police Executive Research Forum

                                       ATTN:  Cedar Rapids Chief Search

                                     1120 Connecticut Ave, NW, Suite 930

                                                Washington DC, 20036

               The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity employer    

DIRECTOR - PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCH CENTER

 ($71,118 to $106,676)

The Westcom Dispatch Center, which is a consolidated public safety dispatch (Police, Fire and EMS) facility serving the Cities of Clive, Urbandale, and West Des Moines, has an outstanding opportunity for a committed, team oriented and highly motivated public safety professional to join our team as the Westcom Director.  This is a tremendous opportunity to provide leadership, management and oversight to a highly important, growing and evolving organization.  Requires Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice/Public Administration/Business/Communications/Information Services or equivalent. Requires 5-8 years of related work experience with Public Safety Communication entities.  Requires at least three years supervisory/management experience, plus ability to handle confidential information, excellent coaching/mentoring skills, effective oral/written communications skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and related skills and abilities.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Excellent fringe benefit program.  See the City’s website for additional information.

Post-offer pre-employment physical and drug test required.

To be considered, resumes must be submitted by Friday, February 29, 2008 by 5:00pm.

City of West Des Moines

Human Resources

4200 Mills Civic Pkwy

West Des Moines, IA 50265-0320

515-222-3616

515-273-0601 (FAX)

www.wdm-ia.com

 The City of West Des Moines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Grinnell Civil Service Commission is accepting applications for Police Officer. Applications available at the Grinnell Police Dept. 611- 4^th Ave. Grinnell, Iowa 50112 Phone 641.236.2650.  You may also request an application at http://gpd.grinnelliowa.org/application_page.htm.  Applications shall be postmarked by 2-29-08.

The Grinnell Police Department is also taking applications for Reserve Police Officer, again by going to http://gpd.grinnelliowa.org/application_page.htm .

Police Chief, Villisca, IA.Population 1344 is seeking a full time police
chief.  Applicants must meet ILEA certification.  There is a residency
requirement.

The salary is $33,000depending upon qualifications.  The department is one
full time officer plus part time help from the Sheriff's Office and Red Oak
Police Department officers working as extra duty capacity.  The Chief
schedules his own time and reports to the mayor.

Villisca wants a mature candidate that can work in a small town.  The biggest
issues are serving nuisance abatement notices and parking enforcement.   The
new Chief can organize his own reserve force if he wants to, reserves are paid
by the hour.  Out of state officer would have to pass the POST test and the
physical agility test to qualify for certification in Iowa. 

Villisca is located in Southwest Iowa and has abundant hunting, fishing and
outdoor recreation opportunities.  It is one hour from Council Bluffs.

Send resumes to:
Moulder and Associates
3702 SW 32nd Street
Des Moines, IA. 50321
515-371-1669

Police Officer Opening

Lateral Transfer

 The Windsor Heights Police Department is accepting resumes for the position of Police Officer. Qualified applicants must be ILEA certified or hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.  Certified peace officers start at $40,478 with an excellent benefit package, paid time off (PTO), and enrollment in the IPERS retirement system. 

Interested persons should submit a resume and cover letter expressing interest to the attention of Captain Dennis McDaniel , Windsor Heights Police Department, 1133 66^th St. , Windsor Heights , Iowa 50311 or fax to (515) 271-8160.  Please include current mailing address, phone numbers, and e-mail address. There is one current opening; resumes will be accepted until vacancy is filled.

For more information on the Windsor Heights Police Department visit www.windsorheights.org or call (515) 277-4453.