What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Claremore?

POLICE OFFICER

Department : Police

Salary :

45,203.42 - $57,860.57 depending on CLEET certification and years of service
Upon graduating CLEET you will receive a 5% raise
At one year of service you will receive a 5% raise
Lateral transfers will be considered from other law enforcement agencies in or out of state with a maximum of five (5) credit years at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
10K sign on bonus for certified officers on a pre-determined pay structure

Job Summary :

To maintain peace for City of Claremore by patrolling, enforcing and investigating city ordinances, State and Federal laws. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing. Safety sensitive positions must comply to federal regulations where marijuana still remains illegal. Possession of a medical marijuana license does not exempt safety sensitive positions from federal regulations. Should one of these safety sensitive positions test positive on a drug test and lose the ability to perform within the job description outline, the City of Claremore will implement the zero-tolerance policy resulting in immediate termination.

Minimum Qualifications :

CLEET Certified preferred

Must be between the ages of 21-45 or previously been a participant of the OK police pension

Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License which has not been suspended or revoked in the past 5 years

Must not have been convicted of domestic abuse or be listed as defendant on a protective order

Must not have been convicted of a felony crime or have any pending criminal actions

Essential Duties :

Operate a motor vehicle for routine patrol assignments and responding to the needs of the community

Enforce state and federal laws and City ordinances

Make arrests on criminal and traffic related offenses

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Ability to operate two-way radios, vehicle and handheld types; radar equipment and Intoxilyzer 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 communication 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

If you do not receive a "Police Initial Email" with further instructions within two (2) business days, please check your junk or spam email. If you still did not receive the email, contact Marlo Swanson at 918-341-1325 x 102.

Deadline for Application : Friday, March 28, 2025 @ noon

Deadline for Requested Documentations, including Background Investigation Packet : Due at Oral Review Interview

Physical Agility Test : Saturday, April 05, 2025 @ 8 : 00am at Claremore High School Track

Written Exam : Written Exam will be conducted upon successful completion of the physical agility test on Saturday, April 05, 2025

Offer for Employment is contingent upon the following :

Preliminary testing

Oral Review Boards

Chief Interviews and City Manager Interviews

Extensive Background Investigation

MMPI Psychological Examination

Police Pension Board Physical

Apply at www.claremore.com

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Salary : $45,203 - $57,861

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