Deputy Sheriff

Required Civil Service Fitness & Written Exam – May 6, 2023 at 8:00 AM
Coe College (Clark Racquet Center) 400 College Drive NE, Cedar Rapids, IA

Essential Functions:
Perform work involving general duty police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of Linn County ordinances and other pertinent local, State and Federal laws.

Qualifications
To qualify for the position of Deputy Sheriff with Linn County you must meet the following requirements:

• Is a citizen of the United States and a resident of Iowa or intends to become a resident upon being employed
• Is 18 years of age at the time of appointment
• Has a valid driver's or chauffeur's license issued by the state of Iowa
• Is a high school graduate with a diploma, or possesses a GED equivalency certificate

For additional information about qualifications, benefits and training, visit the Linn County Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriff recruitment webpage.

If you are already a certified law enforcement peace officer, you may qualify for our lateral transfer program which includes a $10,000 structured incentive and a starting salary based on years of service as a certified peace officer. If you have questions about the Linn County Sheriff's Office lateral transfer program, contact Colonel Doug Riniker.