Urbandale Police Department

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Urbandale Police Department

Urbandale Police Department "Service Built on Integrity"
CALEA Accredited

3740 86th St. Urbandale, IA 50322
515-331-6800

The Urbandale Police Department currently has 53 sworn Police Officers and 13 Reserve Police Officers.Within the department are various units such as S.E.R.T, Honor Guard, K-9, Bike Patrol, and Motorcycle Patrol.

03/24/2025

🚔 Join Our Team – Now Hiring Police Officers! 🚔

The Urbandale Police Department is actively seeking dedicated, driven individuals to join our team of professionals committed to making a positive impact in our community. We are looking for officers who are ready to serve, protect, and uphold the law with integrity and professionalism.

What We Offer:

🔹 Starting Pay: $79,829 annually
🔹 Uniform Allowance: $1,000 per year
🔹 Sign-On Bonus: $7,500
🔹 Every Other Weekend Off
🔹 Load-Bearing Vests
🔹 Specialized Positions Available:
- Detective
- Community Relations Officer
- School Resource Officer
- Narcotics Detective
- Crisis Intervention Officer

If you are ready to take on the challenge of serving your community, we want to hear from you! Click here to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/urbandale/jobs/4868395/police-officer

03/21/2025

🚔 Join the Urbandale Police Department! 🚔

We’re looking for dedicated and motivated individuals to serve and protect our community. If you're ready to make a difference, we invite you to apply!! Whether you're just starting your career or have previous law enforcement experience, we want you on our team!

✅ Starting salary: $79,829*
✅ Lateral pay up to: $89,797*
✅ Competitive pay & benefits
✅ Opportunities for growth and advancement
✅ A supportive and dedicated community

For more details and to apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/urbandale/jobs/4868395/police-officer. Let’s work together to keep Urbandale safe!

🗓️ Deadline to apply: April 13th at 11:59 PM

03/20/2025

Celebrate the first day of spring with a very important accessory... your seat belt! 😎👍

03/17/2025

The 🔑 to a great St. Patrick’s Day: Plan ahead for a sober ride home. 🍀 Is Drunk Driving. Be safe and have a fun St. Patrick's Day!

03/14/2025

Employee Spotlight!

K9 Officer Justice Weaver was hired in July 2014, She attended the 261st basic class of the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. Once Officer Weaver completed our Field Training Program she went to work our night shift for 8 years. K9 Officer Weaver currently works on our day shift and is in her 3rd year of that.

K9 Officer Weaver was selected to be our 2nd K9 Handler in November of 2023, then started her training with K9 Arko in January of 2024, and they have been on the street working since March of 2024. Alongside her duties as a K9 handler, Officer Weaver is part of our Honor Guard Unit, a Radar/Lidar Instructor, and has been a Crime Scene Investigator, and Field Training Officer.

Thank you, K9 Officer Weaver, for serving the Urbandale Police Department and the Urbandale Community!

03/12/2025

Thank you Walnut Hills Elementary School for having Officer Weaver and K9 Arko out to show their skills!!

03/11/2025

A sober ride is your lucky charm 🍀 to a great St. Patrick’s Day! Plan ahead if you choose to drink with friends. Is Drunk Driving. We will have extra traffic enforcement from March 13th to the 21st looking for impaired drivers!

Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau NHTSA

03/08/2025

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today, we celebrate the incredible women of the Urbandale Police Department. We are proud to have such a diverse and talented group of women who bring invaluable skills, knowledge, and perspectives to our team. Their dedication and commitment help make our department and community stronger.

We remain committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, pursue their passions, and achieve their goals.

Thank you for your hard work, service, and the positive impact you make on the Urbandale community every day!

03/06/2025

Don’t wait for something bad to happen before you check for vehicle safety recalls. 🚘 🔧Stay ahead of a potential problem — download the SaferCar app and get started: NHTSA.gov/App

03/04/2025

EMERGENCY PARKING BAN

CITY OF URBANDALE
DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS

Due to the amount of snow forecast in the area, the City of Urbandale Snow Ordinance will go into effect at:

Date: March 5, 2025
Time: 6:00 a.m.

All vehicles must be moved to off-street parking. It is important to remember the Snow Ordinance applies to all Urbandale streets and the ordinance remains in effect until the streets are completely plowed from curb to curb AND it has stopped snowing.

If a vehicle is not removed from the street it may be ticketed or towed.

Thank you for your cooperation.

03/03/2025

As we celebrate National Women's History Month we'd like to reflect on our department's efforts to on women's roles as Law Enforcement Officers.

In February 2021, the Urbandale Police Department joined the national 30x30 Initiative. The 30×30 Initiative is a coalition of police leaders, researchers, and professional organizations who have joined together to advance the representation and experiences of women in all ranks of policing across the United States.
Upon joining the initiative, the Urbandale Police Department's percentage of female officers was about 15%, just over the national average of 12%. 4 years later, our efforts have increased that number to 25.5% and we're not done yet!

We value our female officers and the unique qualities they bring to this profession. Our efforts will continue with the ultimate goal of increasing the representation of women in law enforcement and ensuring our policies and culture intentionally support the success of qualified women officers throughout their careers here at the Urbandale Police Department.

03/01/2025

Please help us congratulate our employees who are celebrating anniversaries this month!

02/28/2025

Remember that Urbandale requires annual pet licensing for all dogs and cats over 6 months old. Licenses expire annually on December 31st and must be renewed by April 30th each year. A late fee is added to the license fee if your license is not purchased by the due date. A $25.00 late fee will be applied beginning May 1st.

Petdata is the company we contract with for the licenses, so don’t be alarmed when you see the company is out of Texas.

To register for your pet, click on this link and it will show how to: https://www.petdata.com/for-pet-owners/urb/license-online

02/26/2025

Don't let a text, a passenger, the mirror — anything — keep you from arriving safely at your destination.

Eyes on the Road. Hands on the Wheel. All. The Time.

02/24/2025

Behind the scenes, our officers work tirelessly to keep the community safe, even when the world sleeps. Here’s a glimpse of one of our night shifts:

1️⃣ A cruiser ready for action. 2️⃣ An officer preparing for the night 3️⃣ A couple of traffic stops, ensuring everyone’s safety.

Thank you to our officers for their dedication and commitment every day and night!

Photo Credit: Reserve Lt. Beron

02/19/2025

A few weeks ago, two suspects burglarized an Urbandale business while driving a stolen vehicle. After the car got stuck in the snow, officers took a burglary report, discovering the suspects were involved in other crimes earlier that day in Des Moines.

Detectives Waalk and Sgt. Flattery launched an investigation using surveillance, eventually identifying a suspect through investigative leads. A search warrant led to a confession, and charges were filed against both suspects.

Their dedication and hard work led to the successful resolution of this case. Great job, Detectives Waalk, and Sgt. Flattery!

02/18/2025

*EXTREME COLD WEATHER ALERT*

The current and upcoming temperatures are expected to remain below zero till Friday/Saturday. These extreme conditions can be dangerous and pose serious health risks such as frostbite and hypothermia.

Please stay indoors if possible. Limit your time outside and take extra precautions if you must travel. Ensure your vehicles are prepared for the cold, and dress warmly in layers if you do need to go out.

If you see someone in need of help or facing the cold, don’t hesitate to call for assistance. Your safety is our priority. Stay safe, stay warm, and look out for each other!

02/15/2025

Employee Spotlight & National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!

School Resource Officer Eric Wilcutt was hired in February of 2003. SRO Wilcutt attended the Basic Iowa Law Enforcement Academy, upon graduating SRO Wilcutt went through our Field Training Program. SRO Wilcutt then worked the night shift for 12 years. SRO Wilcutt moved to day shift for around 2 years before being selected to become the SRO in the fall of 2017 and has been working with the Urbandale Community School District for the past 7 and a half years at Urbandale High School.

We are thankful for his dedication to keeping our schools safe & secure on this National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!

Address

3740 86th Street
Urbandale, IA
50322

Telephone

+5152783938

Website

http://www.urbandale.org/303/Police-Department

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Videos

K9 Basco and Officer Pacheco work on finding a suspect hidden in a room during their K9 training day. #K9unit #K9training

Donut Drive is in full swing at 73rd and Hickman road! All donations go to Easterseals Iowa & Camp Sunnyside!! Here till 8:30am!!!

K9 Arko performing a training track in cold weather. #policedog #K9Unit #tracking

Pepper Spray Day at the Academy

We decided to catch up with our 5 Officers at the Academy right now for the Pepper Spray practical. Check out the before and afters! #academylife #pepperspray #UrbandalePolice

Running for a cause, unifying as a community! Thank you to all who laced up their running shoes and joined us for our annual Run for the Badge 5K run in support of the National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum. Special thanks to our Mayor for championing the cause!

GTSB Traffic Enforcement

Last year, during the final weeks of summer, there were 54 traffic fatalities in Iowa; 44% involved impairment.* To prevent future tragedies, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) is partnering with law enforcement across the state to decrease impaired driving. August 16-September 2, agencies will be participating in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over high-visibility enforcement project. You’ll see officers working together to remove impaired drivers/motorcycle riders from the road. There are plenty of options to get impaired drivers home safely. Designate a sober driver or call a taxi/rideshare service. If available, use your community’s sober ride program. If you see a drunk driver/rider on the road, contact local law enforcement. Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau NHTSA

The Black Hawk Helicopter taking off. Thanks everyone for a wonderful National Night Out! #NNO24

K-9 Basco and K-9 Arko demonstration.

NNO Black Hawk Helicopter landing

The Black Hawk Helicopter has landed and we have kicked off our National Night Out Event!! Come to the Urbandale Police Department from now till 7:30 pm.

NNO K9 Demonstration

We are getting closer to National Night Out 2024!!! August 6th from 5:00-7:30 pm in the front lot of the Police Department. We have so many fun activities for everyone but we will have TWO K-9 demonstrations at 5:45 and 6:45 pm. Check out this video from last year with K-9 Basco! See you Tuesday!!!

Got the fire fighters jumping in to the Plunge pool!!

Officer Bryce Boehm receives Distinguished Alumnus Award

Officer Bryce Boehm was awarded the Distinguished Alumni Award from the Urbandale Alumni Association. Reserve Lt. Todd Petitt, an Olmstead 5th Grade teacher and a Reserve Officer with our department, wrote the submission for Officer Boehm. See some of the submission below; "I have known Bryce since he was a student at Jensen Elementary School. Our relationship has grown over the years as I have had the privilege to be his teacher, a coach, and now his co-worker at the Urbandale Police Department. Throughout his childhood and into adult life, he has always represented the Urbandale community with class, integrity, and pride. Bryce proudly serves and protects the community that he is so proud of as a full-time patrol officer with the Urbandale Police Department. During his career, Officer Boehm has received seven (7) commendations while on duty for bravery and exemplary service. In addition, he has also earned two (2) life-saving awards. He is recognized by his peers for his thoughtfulness and dedication." Thank you Officer Boehm for your dedication to the Urbandale Community. Your hard work does not go unnoticed.