Chief of police

The City of Anamosa (pop. 5,450) is seeking a qualified and professional law enforcement leader to serve as our Chief of Police.

The Chief of Police will collaborate with city leadership and other law enforcement agencies to enforce laws and ordinances, protect life and property, implement crime prevention strategies, maintain public trust, and demonstrate the values of the Anamosa Police Department; dedication, community, and integrity.

Anamosa operates under a Mayor-Council form of government with an appointed City Administrator.  Anamosa is a full government service community with 7 departments including City Hall, Police, Fire, Streets, Public Utilities, Library, and Parks & Recreation.

Under the general direction of the City Administrator, the Chief of Police is responsible for managing the operations and performance of the Anamosa Police Department, in alignment with organizational policies and objectives.  The administrative and professional responsibilities of the Chief of Police will include assessing, planning, organizing, coordinating, and managing the resources of the Anamosa Police Department, to include the uniformed police division, emergency services administration division, School Resource Officer Program, and nuisance enforcement initiatives.  The Chief of Police will collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and provide advice, guidance, and policy recommendations to the City Administrator, city council, and various boards and committees as it relates to police matters.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, or related field (a master’s degree is preferred).  A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Eight to ten years of related work experience in public safety/law enforcement, with five years in a supervisory management position.
• Must be able to obtain an Iowa Professional Permit to Carry Weapons
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen, psychological examination (MMPI-II), and meet the certification standards established by Iowa Law Enforcement Academy.
• Be of good moral character and have not been convicted of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude, or domestic violence.
• Must have and maintain a valid Iowa driver’s license.
• Good working knowledge of law enforcement operations, management, budgeting, workplace safety, labor relations, and related matters.
• Must have and maintain a valid Iowa driver’s license.
• Must establish residency within the city limits of Anamosa, within one year being appointed to the position (within 6 months is preferred).

 

Starting salary will be $92,000-$97,000 per year DOQ/DOE.

 

Benefits Include:

• Medical/Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance/AD&D and Long Term Disability Benefit
• Partial tuition reimbursement
• Paid sick leave
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Vacation leave (Paid Time Off/PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Community Center and Swimming Pool Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Benefit Plan
• Paid Jury Duty leave/Military leave/Bereavement leave
• IPERS (retirement)

Interested parties should submit resume, cover letter, and City employment application to Anamosa City Hall or via email.

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2025