| Agency/Department Name |
|---|
| Altus Police Department |
| Position Title |
| Police Officer |
| Job Type (Full-time, Part-time, Reserve, etc.) |
| Full Time |
| Location |
| City of Altus |
| Minimum Requirements |
| Must be 21 years old. Although Police Officer is an entry level position, the incumbent must complete a probationary period and complete both written and practical knowledge and field training under the direct supervision of a field training officer. Must pass local comprehension/aptitude tests, practical exams, MMPI-2/CPI or related psychological performance tests; Must have passed a comprehensive background investigation. Must be able to be eligible for and pass the Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement System. Must be willing to work shift work that could include: nights, evenings, weekends, and some Holidays Must be a resident of the State of Oklahoma and possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. Must not have been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor of moral turpitude or have pending criminal actions. Must not be a current user of controlled substances |
| Key Responsibilities |
| Position requires monitoring and enforcement of the criminal and traffic laws. Work requires responsibility to react in a thorough and professional manner and an ability to deal with the public and observe suspicious activity. Works under direct supervision of the Lieutenant or Captain. Within the rank of Police Officer there are various assignments to a variety of functions. However, they are all Police Officers and subject to transfer based on the needs of service. These special assignments may include: Traffic, Records, Training, Narcotics, Investigations, Field Training Officer, and D.A.R.E. Officer. |
| Salary/Compensation (if available) |
| The City of Altus is now paying a hiring incentive for new hires. $5,000 for Certified Officers with 2+ years and $2,500 for Uncertified and Officers with less than 2 years experience. Starting pay for Uncertified Officers is $19.84 an hour. Starting pay for Certified Officers is dependent on experience. Additional pay incentives are also available for shift differentials, college degrees, bilingual speaking, etc. |
| How to Apply (instructions and/or link) |
| To apply visit www.altusok.gov and go to the employment section. After you fill out the initial application form online, it will be checked to see if basic qualifications are met and you will be invited to fill out the Personal History Statement through the PowerDMS program "Vetted." |
| Contact Information (name, phone, email) |
| Lt. Chris Elrod celrod@altusok.gov |
| Application Deadline |
| Open |
| Other Information (optional details such as benefits, shift schedules, or notes) |
| The Altus Police Department provides all uniforms, equipment, duty firearms, and a take home car (if you reside within the city limits). |
Last Modified on
May 12, 2026
