Sheriff Deputy

                   Wapello County Sheriff’s Office Hiring: Full-Time Deputy Sheriff (2 Positions)

01/26/2026

The Wapello County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for two (2) full-time Deputy Sheriff positions. All minimum Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) hiring standards apply. The hiring process will include an oral interview, MMPI testing, and a thorough background investigation.

Certification & Testing Requirements: Applications should be turned in immediately.

• Non-ILEA certified applicants must successfully pass the POST written examination and physical fitness testing.
• ILEA-certified officers with a break in law enforcement service of 180 days or more must pass the ILEA physical fitness standards.
• Applicants not currently ILEA certified will be contacted by the Sheriff’s Office to schedule POST and physical testing.
• Only applications received before February 26th, 2026, will be eligible for the next testing date. Physical and POST Testing will take place Friday, March 13th, 2026.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary: $65,000 – $86,000 per year, depending on experience
• Certified officer pay and vacation determined by years of service
• 11 paid holidays
• Work schedule: Six (6) days on / three (3) days off, 8-hour shifts
• All uniforms and department equipment provided
• Excellent benefits package, including:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement through Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS)

How to Apply:  Applications may be find online: www.wapellocounty.org/sheriff_and_jail/employment/

• Picked up at the Wapello County Sheriff’s Office is located at 330 W 2nd Street in Ottumwa, IA.
• By contacting the Sheriff’s Office at 641-684-4350

•       Or email: dphillips@wapellocounty.org

Questions: Sheriff Don Phillips or Chief Deputy Marty Wonderlin  641-684-4350

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• Job Type: Full-Time
• Department: Sheriff and Jail
• Salary Range: Starting salary: $65,000 – $86,000 per year, depending on experience
• Posted: 1/26/26
• Expires: Posted until filled.