Agency/Department Name
Weatherford Police Department
Position Title
Patrol Officer
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Weatherford, OK
Minimum Requirements
Send applications to the following address:
Weatherford Police Department
Attn: Lt. Chris Cote
615 E Franklin Ave
Weatherford, OK 73096 or email Chris.Cote@cityofweatherford.com
Applications will be accepted until Position(s) are filled. The Police Department application must be submitted by mail, in person or email. Applications can be obtained from the City of Weatherford website or can be obtained in person at 615 E Franklin Ave., Weatherford, OK 73096. Applicants will be contacted by phone to schedule a date for the physical fitness test. Upon successful completion of the PT test the written testing will be scheduled. A complete description of the physical fitness requirements is available in the application packet. Applicants should wear appropriate clothing for the physical fitness test. Certified Officers are not required to take the written test or the Physical Fitness Test. Certified officers will be contacted by phone to schedule an in-person interview. Physician release must be completed prior to participation in the physical fitness test. No exceptions.
Requirements:
• Must be 21 – 45 years of age unless a current member of the Oklahoma Police Pension Retirement System
• Must possess a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Must pass an extensive background investigation (no felonies, domestic violence related offenses, or crimes of moral turpitude)
• Must be willing to serve at least 3 years if not certified, 2 years if already a Certified Officer
• Visible tattoos are allowed (except face and neck)
• CLEET certified preferred (Higher starting pay for Certified Officers)
Benefits:
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Personal Day, Sick Leave & Emergency Leave
• Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, & $40,000 Life Insurance
• Oklahoma Police Pension Retirement
• All equipment and uniforms are provided. Take home unit program, if you qualify and a uniform allowance ($1200.00 per year)
Applications are available at the following locations:
• Weatherford Police Department – 615 E Franklin Ave, Weatherford, OK
• www.cityofweatherford.com click on Jobs at the top then Police Department Application
Key Responsibilities
Patroling and conducting Law Enforcement related duties in the City of Weatherford.
Salary/Compensation
The City of Weatherford offers a starting pay of $54,902.02 ($26.40/hr) for CLEET certified applicants and $52,790.40 ($25.38/hr) for non-certified applicants. Officers will then receive approximately a 4% step increase per year based the pay scale and evaluation process. We also offer paid overtime and a comprehensive benefits package worth approximately $10,000.
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted until Position(s) are filled. The Police Department application must be submitted by mail, in person or email. Applications can be obtained from the City of Weatherford website or can be obtained in person at 615 E Franklin Ave., Weatherford, OK 73096. Applicants will be contacted by phone to schedule a date for the physical fitness test. Upon successful completion of the PT test the written testing will be scheduled. A complete description of the physical fitness requirements is available in the application packet. Applicants should wear appropriate clothing for the physical fitness test. Certified Officers are not required to take the written test or the Physical Fitness Test. Certified officers will be contacted by phone to schedule an in-person interview. Physician release must be completed prior to participation in the physical fitness test. No exceptions.
Contact Information
Send applications to the following address:
Weatherford Police Department
Attn: Lt. Chris Cote
615 E Franklin Ave
Weatherford, OK 73096 or email Chris.Cote@cityofweatherford.com
