LIVE. SERVE. LOVE IOWA.
Scroll down to read through the steps involved in becoming a Polk County Communications Specialist
Des Moines has blossomed into a vibrant metro that’s one of the fastest growing in the nation. But we remain firmly rooted in Midwestern values that make central Iowa a great place to live and raise a family. Respect, hard work and a more relaxed pace of life. With affordable living costs and low commute times, there’s no wonder why more people are calling Des Moines home.
DES MOINES WAS VOTED
TOP 5
PLACES TO LIVE IN THE US.
PCSO IS IOWA’S
LARGEST
SHERIFF’S OFFICE.
DES MOINES IS RANKED
TOP 3
IN THE US FOR AFFORDABLE LIVING.
Steps to Your New Career
PHASE 1 | Apply
How to Apply
Submit Application and required documents.
- Applications must be complete for processing.
- Required documents must be turned in before the deadline.
After you have applied for the job, you will be screened for employment eligibility by our personnel department. If you make it through the initial screening, you will receive notification with instructions on the test scheduling listed in Phase 2.
PHASE 2 | Testing
Written Examination
The PCSO will accept passing Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) scores from tests taken up to 90 days before our written test date. Applicants with eligible POST scores on file will be contacted.
Keyboarding Test
Maintains a complete log of telephone and radio calls received and transmitted via a computerized dispatching system in accordance with Federal Communication Commission regulations.
Data Entry Test
Inputs data into the computerized dispatching system to produce information for mandated and management reports; enters information into the computer; enters, files, cancels, and verifies data on warrants issued by courts in accordance with applicable state and Federal laws; maintains files and records of no-contact orders issued by the courts; performs tests of emergency communications equipment.
PHASE 3 | Background Investigation
Why This is Done
Investigators will begin a background investigation.
Background Investigation
The background investigation is utilized to confirm information listed on your application. Investigators will confirm employment, contact references, speak to neighbors and run a criminal history check on all applicants.
