Police Officer

Experience Required: None

Minimum Education Requirements: High school diploma/GED

Direct Supervisor: Police Sergeant

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Primary Work Location: Police Station

**In order to be considered in the position, you MUST submit your resume and complete the application. **

** Deadline to submit resume and application is April 11, 2025 @ 11:30 AM**

Physical requirements: Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, listen, see, observe, and perform repetitive motions. This is medium work exerting up to 50 pounds or more of force occasionally, and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. 21 - 45 years of age, must be a citizen of the United States.

Certification: Possession of a valid driver’s license without a history of suspension or revocation is required. All Officers are required to obtain a minimum of 25 hours of training approved by the Counsel on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) and 2 hours of mental health yearly. All Officers are required to qualify annually with issued weapons such as (handgun, shotgun, rifle and taser).

• Testing is waived for current CLEET applicants.
• Lateral Transfers up to FIVE years

** No Felony Convictions**

Job Summary: The Police Officer performs the full range of Police work as sworn officer responsible for the maintenance of the peace, protection of life and property, and enforcement of federal, state, county, and municipal laws and ordinances.

Essential Job Functions

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties:

1. Drive patrol vehicle in an assigned area and observe conditions and activities.

2. Take appropriate action, where there appears to be potential or are actual violations of the law, disruption of public order, or harm to persons or property.

3. Respond to reports of criminal activity, traffic accidents, civil disturbances, misdemeanors, felonies, and other incidents.

4. Investigate or assist in the investigation of conditions conducive to crime or in response to reports, obtains witnesses and gathers evidence; upon investigation, takes action deemed necessary, including the issuance of citations or warnings.

5. Serve warrants of arrest.

6. Arrest persons on misdemeanor or felony charges; handcuff, search, and secure their custody.

7. Complete related reports.

8. Prepare formal descriptive reports of action taken and of suspected illegal conditions or activities for use by the department or other public agencies.

9. Maintain complete and comprehensive logs of daily activities and prepares detailed reports of all incidents dealt with.

10. Take necessary follow-up action such as appearing in court as arresting officer of witness or by making call-backs.

11. Respond to citizens’ complaints, provides advice and information, and resolves problems when possible.

12. Inspect motor vehicles for serviceability such as need for repair, service, safety, and emergency equipment.

13. Conduct residential and commercial security check.

14. Transport prisoners.

15. Provide information and assistance to the general public.

16. Perform traffic patrol, conduct breathalyzer test, assist drivers of stalled or accident vehicles.

17. May be assigned to the investigative division as a police detective.

18. Maintain order in crowds.

19. Watch for stolen cars or missing persons.

20. Perform a daily condition and safety check of vehicle and report maintenance needs.

21. Perform other related duties as required.

Essential Functions, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s) for Employment

An employee in this class must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon application:

Knowledge

• Laws, codes, and ordinances set by the Federal government, State government, County, and City

• Modern police techniques and practices in law enforcement, investigations, crime, and accident prevention

• Principles and practices of personnel supervision and management

• Department policies, rules and procedures

Skills

• Attention to detail and ensure accuracy of work.

• Handle stress effectively without it interfering with performance.

• Working effectively and timely to analyze and resolve issues.

• Operation and use of tools and equipment used in the department.

Abilities

• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.

• Exercise sound, independent judgment within established guidelines.

• Express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Act effectively in emergency and stressful situations by using good judgment, self-discipline and courtesy.

Benefits:

• The City offers a competitive compensation package that includes a variety of benefits for employees and their families, such as health, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with telemedicine options. In addition to fully covering the Employee Only health insurance plan and GAP coverage (which covers most deductible expenses), the City Council has enhanced the health benefits by increasing the employer's contribution to 95% of the total cost for all family medical insurance and GAP plans. The Glenpool Police Department participates in the Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement System, and the City also provides a voluntary 457b retirement plan.
• $1,500.00 Annual Uniform Allowance
• Education, Bilingual and Fitness Incentives
• Take home car

Salary : $1,500