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Mason City Police Department
Mason City Police Department
About Us - Joining the Mason City Police Department means stepping into an exciting, dynamic career with countless opportunities for growth and impact. With a full-time staff of 48 sworn officers, our department is a major force in the region and plays a leading role in shaping law enforcement in North Iowa. We are organized into three Patrol Divisions and a Criminal Investigations Division, allowing officers to engage in a wide range of duties. As the largest agency in the area, we also have a key presence in regional operations, including the Special Operations Group (SOG) and the Regional Drug Task Force. This means you’ll have the chance to make a real difference, not only in Mason City but across the region.
The Mason City Police Department offers incredible opportunities for career development. Officers can rotate through specialized assignments, including roles with the SOG, Drug Task Force, Criminal Investigations, or even as a School Resource Officer. Plus, specialized training in a variety of skills is always available. We are a progressive department that values fresh ideas and new approaches, so if you’re passionate about innovation in policing, we’re eager to support your growth. Among the positive benefits you will find here is a supportive environment for law enforcement, both within the City government and within the broader community. And, when you bring your family to Mason City, you’ll get to experience the charm of a historic, forward-thinking, and affordable community—a great place to build your career and enjoy life outside of work!
Minimum Qualifications -
Applications must be submitted by clicking "Apply" on the Police Officer job posting. You will need to create a GovernmentJobs.com account if you haven't done so in the past. You will receive a confirmation email after submitting your application indicating your application was received successfully.
Applications are reviewed to ensure minimum qualifications are met.
Take this time to prepare for our next written and physical testing event. Candidates have the option to purchase a POST study guide or practice exam HERE. Review your physical fitness standards for your gender/age HERE.
This is the day for you to show us all the hard work you have put in to preparing! After applying candidates receive an email with testing details, including the testing location and time. We will conduct physical and written testing in the morning.
Candidates passing both the physical and written testing will participate in interviews immediately following testing. Iowa certified officers and candidates using a prior POST exam score will be expedited to interviews following the physical testing.
Thorough background checks will be conducted for all candidates passing the interview process.
If offered a position with the Mason City Police Department, candidates will undergo a polygraph, MMPI testing, and must pass a medical examination that includes - drug testing, hearing and eye exams, and cardiac testing.
Once all pre-employment requirements are met you will be scheduled to begin orientation and participate in the badge swearing in ceremony. Welcome aboard!
