Maquoketa Police Department Accepting Applications

The Maquoketa Police Department is currently seeking motivated individuals with integrity and good work ethic to join our team of 11 full-time police officers.  The Maquoketa Police Department offers competitive pay, excellent health benefits and training opportunities.  Maquoketa Officers work a 12-hour rotating schedule which allows officers to have every other Friday, Saturday & Sunday off.

The City of Maquoketa is now accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.  Non-certified and current ILEA Certified Officers are encouraged to apply as well as Out of State Lateral Transfers.  Starting pay for a non-certified officer is $60,092 and up to $73,106 for certified officers, depending on professional experience.  ILEA certified officers do not need to participate in written or physical testing. 

The City of Maquoketa population is 6,022, we are an active community with excellent outdoor recreational opportunities in the immediate area.

Applications can be picked up in person at the Maquoketa Police Department, 102 S. Niagara Street, Maquoketa, Iowa 52060 or you can request an application be sent to you by mail or email by calling (563) 652-2468 or emailing your application request to 911dispatch@maquoketaia.com.   

Applications are due back by June 7, 2024 by 4 pm.  

Written and physical test date is tentatively set for June 15th.