City of Character

This Month's Trait:

Truthfulness

Earning future trust by accurately

reporting past facts.

Employment Info: Qualifications & Expectations

Education, Training and Experience Required:

Minimum of 60 accredited college hours.
Must be at least 21 years of age and no more than 45 years of age.
Must possess a valid Oklahoma Drivers License at time of employment.
A Driver’s License which has not been suspended or revoked in the past five year and maintain a driving record that meets our insurance requirements.
Must not have been convicted of domestic abuse or be listed as a defendant on a protective order.
Must be a citizen of the United States and possess a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof.
Must not have been convicted of a felony crime or have a pending criminal actions.
Must not be a current user of controlled substances.
Must not have been convicted of alcohol related driving offense or crime of moral turpitude.
Must be able to pass physical agility test, written test and oral examinations. MMPI or related psychological examination and undergo an extensive background investigation, polygraph examination, Police Pension Board Physical and drug screening.
During the first twelve (12) months of employment, which is a probationary period, must successfully complete a basic Police Academy as taught by the Council on Law Enforcement Education & Training (CLEET) and written, practical and field exercises under the direct supervision of a Field Training Officer (F.T.O.)
Successful candidates will be required to undergo and successfully pass bi-annual physical agility exams as a condition of their employment.

Ability to operate two-way radios, vehicle and handheld types; radar equipment and Breathalyzer equipment.
Ability to read, understand and interpret ordinances, laws and other operating procedures and communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to drive a vehicle safely and efficiently while under stress and while communicating on radio.
Ability to deal effectively with others in both stressful and routine day to day situations.
Willingness to follow orders, and to work with others.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Must be honest in dealing with the public and obey all laws.
Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays, weekend, and long hours as necessary.
Ability to read and interpret maps and give directions as needed.
Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm manner.
Ability to perform all aspects of Community Policing.

Operate a motor vehicle for routine patrol assignments and to respond to the needs of the community.
Enforce state and federal laws and City ordinances.
Make arrests on criminal and traffic related offenses.
Must demonstrate proficiency with firearms (both handgun and long gun on a semi annual basis) and custody and control techniques to defend self and others.
Performs other duties as assigned, which include but are not limited to: investigation of crime scenes, preservation and collection of evidence, preparation of handwritten and typed reports, oral testimony in courts of law, investigation of traffic accidents, etc…