Seize this extraordinary opportunity to join the Iowa Department of Public Safety (DPS) as an Academy Peace Officer Candidate. Upon graduation from the DPS Academy, you will earn the prestigious title of Trooper 1 or Trooper 2 and make a meaningful impact serving the State of Iowa! Applications for the 56th Basic Academy are open now through July 19, 2026. Elevate your career and become a vital force in Iowa’s law enforcement community! TROOPER 1 TROOPER 2 About Us:The Iowa Department of Public Safety (DPS) serves the people of Iowa with integrity, professionalism, and leadership, upholding core values of courtesy, service, and protection. DPS provides a unique opportunity to launch a rewarding career in statewide law enforcement, offering advanced training, growth opportunities, and a competitive salary and benefits package, it’s a career that truly pays off. Whether on the front lines as a Trooper or investigating complex cases as a Special Agent, you’ll have a crucial role impacting the lives of Iowans every day. The DPS Academy hiring process includes the following: Physical Fitness Testing (1.5-mile run, sit-ups, push-ups and sit and reach) Written Test (grammar, spelling, mathematics, writing, etc.) Oral Board (interview) Completion of a Polygraph Psychological and Medical Evaluations Extensive Background Investigation. Visit dpscareers.com and click on the “Apply” link to get started. It is recommended to use a desktop or laptop accessing either Google Chrome or Firefox browsers. - - - Required documents will be collected at a later time. Please DO NOT send your birth certificate, certifications, or transcripts at this time. Please contact us at 56thacademy@dps.state.ia.us with any questions or issues in regard to the online applications. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Recruitment and Application Coordinator Iowa Department of Public Safety E-Mail: 56thacademy@dps.state.ia.us. E-Verify and Right to Work. The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit Minimum Qualification Requirements Graduation and certification from the Department of Public Safety Academy and the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy and be at least 18 years old.