Humboldt is a growing community of 4,792 citizens located on the Des Moines River in North Central Iowa, offering ample employment opportunities, quality education, and medical facilities. Humboldt is a clean community, with wide streets, beautiful landscape, and a rich heritage. We are looking for Officers that want to join our community and our Police Department. The Police Department is a community focused service-driven, police department, committed to 21st Century Policing practices. The Humboldt Police Department strives to be Iowa’s Gold Standard for culture, professionalism, and training. The Humboldt Police Department officer is a positive role model, dedicated to excellence, and determined to support the goals, and mission of the department.
To apply for a City of Humboldt Police Officer Position:
Job Announcement: CLICK HERE
Application: CLICK HERE
Please return to the Chief of Police via email at - jacob.miller@humboldtpd.com or in person at the Humboldt Police Department.
The City of Humboldt, Iowa (4,792) is seeking is seeking a highly organized and dependable Administrative Assistant for the Police Department to provide professional support to the Chief of Police and department staff. This position plays a key role in ensuring the efficiency of department operations through records management, evidence handling, scheduling, and administrative coordination. Work is performed with direction from the Chief of Police. Graduation from high school or equivalent, supplemented with two years experience in office administration; or two-year equivalent degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field; or four-year equivalent degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or Accounting. Prior administrative experience in supporting law enforcement is preferred. The work schedule consists of regular weekday hours with occasional evening or weekend responsibilities at the discretion of the Chief of Police. Position is full-time with excellent benefits and a pay range of $20.00-$23.00 per hour.
To apply for the City of Humboldt Police Department Administrative Assistant:
Job Description: CLICK HERE
Application: CLICK HERE
Return the application, resume, and cover letter to the Chief of Police at the Law Enforcement Center located at 430 Sumner Ave, Humboldt, Iowa 50548; or by email to jacob.miller@humboldtpd.com.
First review of applicants will be Friday, October 24, 2025.
The City of Humboldt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
