Tahlequah - Northeastern State University PD - Patrol Officer and Dispatcher - Posted by July 2, 2026
Thursday, July 02, 2026
| Agency/Department Name |
|---|
| Northeastern State University Police Department |
| Position Title |
| Patrol Officer and Dispatcher |
| Job Type (Full-time, Part-time, Reserve, etc.) |
| Fulltime |
| Location |
| Tahlequah, Oklahoma |
| Minimum Requirements |
| Police Officer Minimum Requirements: 1. Age: At least 21 years old. 2. Citizenship: U.S. citizen or legal resident. 3. Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent; some agencies may require some college coursework. 4. Driver's License: Valid Oklahoma driver's license. 5. Background Check: No felony convictions; clean criminal background. 6. Physical Fitness: Must meet physical standards, including vision and hearing requirements. 7. Training: Completion of approved police academy training (e.g., Oklahoma Law Enforcement Academy). 8. Residency: Some agencies require residency within a certain distance of their jurisdiction. 9. Other:Must pass written exams, psychological assessments, and drug screening. Dispatcher Minimum Requirements: 1. Age:Usually at least 18 or 21 years old. 2. Citizenship: U.S. citizen or legal resident. 3. Education: High school diploma or GED. 4. Typing Skills: Proficiency in typing and computer skills. 5. Background Check: Clean criminal history. 6. Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills. 7. Training: On-the-job training or completion of dispatcher training programs. 8. Other: Ability to handle stressful situations and multitask effectively. |
| Key Responsibilities |
| Responsibilities of a Police Officer in Oklahoma: - Enforce local, state, and federal laws. - Patrol assigned areas to maintain public safety and deter crime. - Respond to emergency calls and situations, including accidents, crimes in progress, and disturbances. - Investigate crimes by collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses and suspects. - Make arrests when necessary and ensure suspects are properly processed. - Write detailed reports on incidents and activities. - Testify in court as needed. - Engage with the community to foster positive relationships and gather intelligence. - Conduct traffic stops and issue citations for violations. - Assist in disaster response and public safety initiatives. - Maintain physical fitness and ongoing training to stay current with law enforcement practices. Responsibilities of a Dispatcher in Oklahoma: - Receive emergency and non-emergency calls from the public. - Gather critical information from callers to assess the situation. - Dispatch police officers, fire services, or medical responders to incidents. - Monitor radio and communication systems to coordinate responses. - Maintain logs and records of all communications. - Provide support and instructions to callers in distress. - Keep track of units in the field and ensure effective resource deployment. - Communicate with officers and emergency personnel during incidents. - Provide updates and assistance as needed throughout emergency responses. - Handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently. - Ensure confidentiality and accuracy in all communication. |
| How to Apply (instructions and/or link) |
| https://nsuok.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home?c=nsuok |
| Contact Information (name, phone, email) |
| James Bell 918-444-2468 Bell02@nsuok.edu |
| Application Deadline |
| July 30,2026 |
Last Modified on
Jul 02, 2026
