Required Civil Service Fitness & Written Exam –April 25, 2026 at 8 AM
Coe College (Clark Racquet Center) 400 College Drive NE, Cedar Rapids, IA

Starting Wage: $73,216

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

Please note: The Linn County Sheriff’s Office has a lateral transfer program for certified law enforcement peace officers. This program includes a $10,000 structured incentive and a starting salary based on years of service as a certified peace officer. If you are interested in taking advantage of our lateral transfer program, please contact Matt Sandvick, 319-892-6105.

 

For additional information about qualifications, benefits and training, click apply now to visit our website. 

As established by the Code of Iowa, Chapter 341A, the Linn County Civil Service Commission for Deputy Sheriffs oversees the Linn County Sheriff's Office deputy sheriff hiring process.