Polk County Sheriff's Office, Iowa

On Tuesday, July 14th, PCSO is hosting a women's self-defense class. This is a FREE training opportunity, held at the PCSO field headquarters from 6PM-9PM. These spots fill up very quickly, so sign up now by clicking the link below!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA629A1F9C07-64539175-womens #/

(Due to the extremely high demand for this course, we will not be offering a waiting list. We will make additional postings if cancellations occur.)

JUNETEENTH - BUSINESS OFFICES CLOSED

***SCAM ALERT***

The Polk County Sheriff's Office Communications Center has reported a large increase in recent scam attempts regarding law enforcement issues. The scammers are identifying themselves as Polk County Sheriff’s Office employees.

Please remember, Law enforcement agencies will never request payment over the phone to avoid arrest, cancel a warrant, or make threats if action is not taken. We will also never request payment in the form of gift cards, prepaid cards, or cryptocurrency.

If you receive a call making this type of request, simply refuse and hang up. (No report necessary) If you fall victim to these types of scams, or have already, please call your local law enforcement agency to file a police report.

A huge thank you to Polk County Sheriff Schneider, Detention Officer Bret Miller, and Cadets Blake Norton and Cash Van Baale for representing Public Safety Cadets at the NSA Conference! It means a lot to have dedicated people willing to step up and share what PSC is all about on a national stage. We are grateful for the support and proud of everyone who helped make it happen. 🌟

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the Deputy position. Applications will be accepted until 3:00 PM on July 2nd, 2026.

We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Salary Range: $77,991- $102,745 Annually (Advanced annual entry salary of up to 12% for prior experience)

Visit www.joinpcso.com for information regarding the hiring process, or https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/polkia to apply.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by; the right career move is just a click away!

Last week, PCSO assisted with the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Iowa. Our staff escorted the torch from the DPS building in Downtown Des Moines all the way up to Hilton Coliseum in Ames!

Additionally, we were incredibly honored and humbled to be awarded the LETR (Law Enforcement Torch Run) Outstanding Agency of the Year Award by Special Olympics Iowa!

This prestigious award recognizes law enforcement agencies that go above and beyond their daily duties to champion inclusion, acceptance, and empowerment for Special Olympics Iowa athletes.

Our deputies, staff, and volunteers don’t just serve our community—they pour their hearts into supporting these incredible athletes. Whether we are running the torch, volunteering at events, or raising awareness, we believe that inclusion makes our community stronger.

A massive thank you to Special Olympics Iowa for this incredible recognition and for the continued partnership between our agencies. Above all else, we are proud to stand alongside the amazing Special Olympics Iowa athletes!

Ready for a career that makes a difference in your community? 🚓

Applications for Deputy Sheriff positions will be opening soon! We don't just offer a job—we offer a rewarding career with excellent benefits and a supportive team culture.

📈 Starting July 1st, our salary range is $77,991 – $102,745.

Whether you are an experienced officer looking for a change or someone ready to start their journey in law enforcement, we want to hear from you.

🔗 Head over to www.joinpcso.com to explore the hiring process and get ready to apply!