Company Profile
City of Fort Dodge
Company Overview
Community
Fort Dodge maintains firm ties with its past while looking forward with a strong vision of the future. A comprehensive strategic plan for community improvement, development, and growth, referred to as Re-Envision 2030, continues to guide efforts and planning initiatives to improve quality of life for residents and attract visitors to the area. With the various projects happening, such as downtown business development, expanding retail opportunities and recreational improvements, Fort Dodge is becoming the leader in industry, culture, and quality of life in northern Iowa.
Region & Demographics
Located in the center of Webster County, Fort Dodge serves as the County Seat and its most populous city. Fort Dodge is located in the Des Moines River Valley of central Iowa, just ninety-two miles northwest of Des Moines and sixty-five miles southwest of Mason City. It encompasses 16 square miles along the banks of the Des Moines River and is bordered by unincorporated Webster County. Fort Dodge is accessible via US Highway 20 Business and US Route 169. The City has 149.6 miles of streets and 319.1 lane miles. The United States Census Bureau reported Fort Dodge, Iowa, with an estimated population of 24,305 as of July 1, 2017.
Fort Dodge Regional Airport, which is located north of the city limits, includes commercial and passenger air service with direct flights to destinations such as St. Louis, Chicago and Minneapolis.
City Government
The City of Fort Dodge operates under a Home Rule Charter form of government with a Council appointed City Manager. A part-time seven member council and mayor set policy for the City while the City Manager and department heads provide day to day administration of City functions.
Historic Sites
Fort Dodge has many historic sites. With close to twenty historic buildings and numerous historic sites, Fort Dodge is rich in history. Famous among these is the Blanden Museum. This richness in historic architecture and culture lends itself to a sense of pride within the community.
Recreation
Fort Dodge is flowing with recreational opportunities. With fourteen parks, an 18 hole golf course, a full service aquatics center, miles of walking/biking trails and the Des Moines River flowing through the heart of the city, Fort Dodge offers endless possibilities for recreational pleasure. Fort Dodge is host to many local, regional and state wide athletic competitions including the Iowa Girls High School State Softball Tournament and the Boys and Girls State Cross-Country Meet. Programs abound for users of all ages.
Benefits
Learn more about the City of Fort Dodge benefits online at https://www.fortdodgeiowa.org/department/division.php?structureid=107.
Additional benefits include:
Retirement Pension through Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)
8.5 Paid Holidays
2 Personal Holidays
Volunteer Personal Holiday Hours
Paid Family Illness Leave
Paid Jury Duty Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Plans
Health Savings Accounts
Educational Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Safety Equipment and Clothing/Uniform Allowances
457 Retirement Plan