| Agency/Department Name |
|---|
| McAlester Police Department |
| Position Title |
| Police Recruit |
| Job Type (Full-time, Part-time, Reserve, etc.) |
| Full Time |
| Location |
| In-person |
| Minimum Requirements |
| · Must be between ages 21-45 (pension requirement) · High School Diploma or GED · Must have a Valid OK Driver’s License. · Must be able to pass Physical Fitness Exam. · Must possess excellent history of personal conduct and behavior. |
| Key Responsibilities |
| Police recruit is a non-exempt entry-level law enforcement officer in the Police Department, who is a probationary employee in the process of obtaining the necessary skills through training and on-the-job experience to become a Police Officer. |
| Salary/Compensation (if available) |
| · Starting salary is $46,257. per year base pay. Shift Differential $70/mo for Evening Shift, $115/mo for Hoot Shift. · 10% pay increase per Fiscal Year 2026/2027 CBA. · NEW: Lateral Hire option and $10,000 bonus for certified officers · Up to $4,464 in incentives a year. |
| How to Apply (instructions and/or link) |
| Cityofmcalester.com https://www.cityofmcalester.com/Police%20Officer%20Application.pdf |
| Contact Information (name, phone, email) |
| Wendy Knight 9184239300 wendyknight@cityofmcalester.com |
| Application Deadline |
| open until filled |
| Other Information (optional details such as benefits, shift schedules, or notes) |
| · All Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and LTD paid by Employer. · 14 Paid Holidays, If working holiday you receive two holidays for one. · Vacation and Sick pay earned monthly starting first month of employment. · Mutiple OT opportunities. · Annual Uniform and Boot Allowance. · Call back pay with 2 hour minimum. · On the job training and mentorship by seasoned officers. • Dental insurance • Dependent health insurance coverage • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Uniform allowance • Vision insurance |
Last Modified on
Apr 28, 2026
