Lawton - Cameron University Office of Public Safety, Police Dept. - Police Officer - Posted July 9, 2026
Thursday, July 09, 2026
| Agency/Department Name |
|---|
| Cameron University Office of Public Safety, Police Dept. |
| Position Title |
| Police Officer |
| Job Type (Full-time, Part-time, Reserve, etc.) |
| Full-time |
| Location |
| Lawton, OK (2800 W. Gore Blvd.) |
| Minimum Requirements |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of a standard high school or equivalent. Must be 21 years of age, have mature judgment and able to work with minimum supervision. Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays. Possession of a valid Oklahoma driver's license. Able to perform certain physical activities associated with the duties of a police officer and qualify to carry a firearm. Must be willing to submit to a detailed background investigation to include a credit check. No felony convictions or convictions for crimes involving moral turpitude. Must be fingerprinted within ten days of conditional employment (fingerprints will be submitted to O.S.B.I. and FBI for record checks). Must take a psychological examination that will be evaluated by a licensed psychologist. Must successfully complete The Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) Oklahoma Basic Police Academy within six months of conditional employment and agree to remain with the Cameron University Office of Public Safety, Police for a minimum period of one year or reimburse Cameron University for the Basic Police Academy training expense. Must complete a minimum 25 hours of CLEET mandated training annually which includes a minimum of 2 hours of CLEET mental health training annually. Must complete a one-year probationary period beginning from the date of graduation from the Police Academy or date of hire whichever is the latter. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: CLEET Police Officer certification. Successful completion of college level courses in criminal justice or law enforcement. Two years of law enforcement experience. Experience working in a university environment. |
| Key Responsibilities |
| Responsible for protection of life and property. Office of Public Safety Police Officers are State certified and commissioned Police Officers and as such have full police powers and authority on University property and adjacent jurisdiction as designated. |
| Salary/Compensation (if available) |
| Annual salary range is $34,990 (Cadet Officer) to $35,990 (CLEET Certified Officer) Officers assigned to evening shift (3PM to 11PM) or night-shift (11PM to 7AM) earn an additional 5% shift differential pay (Cadet: $36,740 to Certified: $37,790) BENEFITS: https://www.cameron.edu/hr/staff-benefits-summary |
| How to Apply (instructions and/or link) |
| Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references. https://jobs.silkroad.com/Cameron/Careers |
| Contact Information (name, phone, email) |
| Cameron University Human Resources (580) 581-2245 hr@cameron.edu |
| Application Deadline |
| Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. |
| Other Information (optional details such as benefits, shift schedules, or notes) |
| CUPD is a 24/7/365 agency, standardized eight hour shifts are utilized. Current days off scheduling are Friday/Saturday, Saturday/Sunday or Sunday/Monday (subject to the needs of the service) Special events and shift staffing overtime is regularly available. |
Last Modified on
Jul 09, 2026
