Police Officer – Lateral

About the role

The Marion Police Department seeks experienced lateral officers to join its community‑driven team. Officers will protect life and property, maintain public order, and engage in proactive community policing across the City of Marion.

Key responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas, respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls, and conduct security checks of homes, businesses, and public facilities.
• Enforce state, federal and municipal laws, execute warrants, make arrests, and transport detainees safely.
• Conduct preliminary and follow‑up investigations, gather evidence, interview victims, witnesses and suspects, and prepare investigative reports.
• Build positive relationships with residents, schools and community partners, and participate in crime‑prevention and public‑education initiatives.
• Maintain proficiency in defensive tactics, de‑escalation, firearms, medical response and department technology; attend ongoing training to meet Iowa Law Enforcement Academy standards.

Required profile

• Current Peace Officer certification for Iowa or eligibility to obtain it within nine months of hire.
• High school diploma or GED (associate or bachelor’s degree preferred); valid Iowa driver’s license.
• Ability to meet Iowa Law Enforcement Academy hiring standards and successfully complete the Field Training Program and probationary period.

Required skills

• Knowledge of Iowa criminal, traffic and civil laws, police procedures and evidence handling.
• Effective verbal and written communication, de‑escalation and crisis‑intervention techniques.
• Operation of police vehicles, radios, computers and related equipment while wearing protective gear.