Investigations Police Lieutenant

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Johnston, IA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 25_PDINVLT_102425

Department: Police

Division: Invest

Opening Date: 10/24/2025

The Johnston Police Department is seeking a highly motivated, Iowa-certified law enforcement professional to lead our Investigations Unit as a Police Lieutenant. This position oversees a skilled team of detectives, crime scene investigators, and an investigative technician/analyst dedicated to delivering exceptional investigative services and maintaining community safety. The Investigations Lieutenant plays a key leadership role in managing complex criminal investigations, coordinating multi-agency operations, and ensuring adherence to best practices in law enforcement.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional supervisory and administrative abilities, have proven investigative experience, and a commitment to professional excellence. Candidates must have at least five years of experience as a police sergeant or similar supervisory role, a minimum of 60 college semester hours or an associate degree, and strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills. The position requires certification by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy at the time of appointment, a valid Iowa driver's license, and residence within one hour of Johnston city limits within six months.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking law enforcement leader to join a progressive agency that values innovation, integrity, and service to the community.

Starting wage range is $108,000 - $125,000, with the current top-out salary as of FY26 at $145,871.

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Graduation from high school or GED and 60 semester hours or an AA degree from an accredited college. Each year of active-duty military service may replace 15 semester hours of college course work. Minimum of five years' experience as a police sergeant or similar supervisory role with demonstrated experience managing workload and personnel in a high-demand law enforcement setting.

Demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement best practices and management procedures. Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to clearly speak, read and understand the English language. Must have the physical, intellectual, mental and emotional ability to perform the duties of a mid-level police supervisor and meet standards or requirements established by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. Strong working knowledge of State of Iowa laws and federal court precedents.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Must be certified by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy at date of appointment. Must possess and maintain a valid Iowa driver's license. Must obtain and maintain a valid Iowa peace officer weapons permit. Must reside within one hour of travel time to the city limits of Johnston, Iowa. Ability to work with MS Word, Excel and other software and computer applications. Ability and willingness to use, in accordance with law, policy and training, various defensive weapons including, but not limited to, striking instrument, chemical weapons, less-lethal weapons, and deadly force weapons and firearms. Ability to wear a protective ballistic vest as prescribed by the Police Chief.

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Position is open until filled. The first review of applications will take place starting November 17, 2025.

The City of Johnston is committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Detailed information, including coverage and contribution amounts, is available on the City's Employee Benefit Console at The class code log on is CityofJohnston (all one word and case specific).

Employee Benefit Offerings

MEDICAL

The City offers two medical plan options for employees to choose from:

Option 1: Traditional Wellmark PPO Plan

Premium Contributions vary by employee group - see EBC for additional information

$500 single/$1000 family deductible

$1500 single/$3000 family Out of Pocket Maximum

$25 Primary Care Office Visit Copay

$35 Specialist Office Visit Copay

$200 Emergency Room Copay (followed by deductible and coinsurance)

Prescription Drug Copays

Tier 1 - $10

Tier 2 - $35

Tier 3 - $50

Biosimilars - $75

Specialty - $100

Option 2: High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account

The City also makes a monthly contribution to eligible employees participating in a Health Savings Account with the city's banking partner.

Employee Only - $100

Employee + Spouse - $130

Employee + Children - $130

Family - $175

$2500 Single / $5000 Family deductible

$2500 Single / $5000 Family Out of Pocket maximum

DENTAL

Delta Dental of Iowa PPO - Checkups Plus

Annual Deductible - $15 employee only, $45 family

Preventive Care - 100%, deductible waived

Basic Coverage - 90/10 after deductible

Major Coverage - 50/50 after deductible

Annual Maximum - $1500

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability - Including Tax Choice

City pays 100% of the monthly premium for these coverages.

Tax Choice - choose annually to pay tax on the premium to receive tax free benefit payment.

Life and AD&D Insurance

City pays 100% of the monthly premium

1x salary coverage

Voluntary coverage is available with maximum of 5x salary or $300,000 in $10,000 increments. Guarantee issue of $100,000

Spousal coverage is also available in $5000 increments to a $100,000 max (not to exceed employee's coverage) Guarantee issue of $10,000

Child(ren) coverage is available in $2500 increments to a max of $10,000IPERS/457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Voya RIC

Vision

Voluntary coverage - Delta Vision EyeMed

EAP

Employer paid through Employee & Family Resources Employee Assistance Program. Offers online, in-person, or telephone consultations with experienced counselors on a variety of topics.

Symetra Accident & Critical Ilness

Voluntary coverage