Deputy Sheriff

Deputy SheriffDubuque County1 PositionsID: 2025-00077Posted On 02/09/2026Job OverviewDescriptionStart a Career Where You Will Make a DifferenceDo you have passion for community service and helping others? Then you should consider a rewarding career as a Deputy with the Dubuque County Sheriff's Office. Our deputies serve as mediators, decision makers, law enforcers, and community outreach. You will be helping people in their time of need, in a community that supports law enforcement.The Dubuque County Sheriff's Office is hiring new deputies in Dubuque, IA. We offer competitive wages, generous time off, and comprehensive wellness benefits.The Dubuque County Civil Service Commission will administer competitive examinations for the position of full-time Dubuque County Deputy Sheriffon Saturday, April 18, 2026.Those interested should apply no later than Friday, April 03, 2026 , at the Dubuque County Sheriff’s Office, 770 Iowa Street, Dubuque, IA 52001 or at You may also call or e-mail Kelly Otting at (563) 583-4789 or for an application.Applicants passing the written examination must also pass a physical agility test and meet the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy's Minimum Standards. This test will be administered before the written examination at the ImOn Arena, 1800 Admiral Sheehy Dr, Dubuque. Applicants passing both the written exam and physical fitness will then participate in a brief, but scored, Oral Board Interview immediately following the physical fitness portion.PT Standards can be found at: (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)Wondering if you can find a place in our ranks?• 15 paid Holidays• One of the top health care packages in Iowa• Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)• Family-first organization• Shift Differential pay• Numerous opportunities for advancement or additional training• Maximum pay level achieved in only three years• Contract buyout for previously certified officers• Accelerated Iowa certification for most out-of-state certified peace officers• Extra work and volunteer opportunitiesPrimary Contact1684871036959Tracey MartinHR Generalist, Human Resources563-589-4441PhonePhonePhone563-587-3836FaxEmailTrueFalseTrueJob DetailsCategoriesGovernment/Public ServiceLaw EnforcementLocationDubuque, IAJob TypeEmployeeFull/PartFull TimePay/Salary$68,577.60 - $89,044.80 AnnuallyCompany ID975Job REQ #2025-00077# Positions1Start Date20260209End Date20260331Featured Job1TH AdTH CommentsSimilar JobsWelderTriState Quality MetalsBuilding Light MaintenanceSedona Staffing ServicesHIM SpecialistSouthwest HealthDirector of CredentialingMcGraw HillService Operations & Technology CoordinatorManaged Solutions GroupEarly Childhood Associate - Childcare/PreschoolKey West Early Childhood CenterCommunity Compliance OfficerCity of AsburyASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGERMonastery Candy, Inc.Dual RateQ Casino + ResortLead Software Engineer - WebMcGraw HillHousekeeper/EVS Dubuque PT DaysMercyOneASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGERMonastery Candy, Inc.Table Games DealerQ Casino + ResortDietary Assistant Dyersville FT FloatMercyOneOPERATIONS & DATA COORDINATORDDI, IncCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Sunnycrest ManorSenior Academic DesignerMcGraw HillLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Sunnycrest ManorAssembler Maquoketa, IAMorrison Bros. Co.Program InstructorSunnycrest ManorShare this JobDubuque CountyAbout the CompanyThe Dubuque County Courthouse was built in 1891. The Courthouse serves as the center of County Government offices, and is a dominant landmark in the downtown Dubuque area. It is located at 720 Central Avenue in Dubuque.

Created: 2026-03-04