Elk City, OK – The City of Elk City is currently accepting applications for a full-time police officer position. This role involves enforcing laws, preventing crime, conducting investigations, issuing citations, controlling traffic, and supporting various law enforcement programs and services.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old

• If uncertified, applicant must not turn 46 before starting training

• Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License with acceptable record

• Must pass a background check, physical fitness test, psychological evaluation, and oral board (details available on the city website)

Benefits:

• Starting Pay: $46,061/year; $50,287/year after probation

• CLEET-certified applicants may qualify for higher pay based on prior experience.

• Officers can earn up to $73,318/year after 11 annual step increases in a non-supervisory role.

Additional Perks:

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

• Employee-paid health, life, dental, and vision insurance

• $155/month dependent coverage

• 20-year Police Pension

• Take-home car program (for eligible officers)

• Family-friendly work environment

• All equipment and training provided

• Minimum of three days off per week (except during approved overtime)

• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half

Apply:

• City Hall: 320 W. 3rd St.

• Elk City Police Department: 120 S. Jefferson

• Online: elkcity.com/employment-full-time-police-officer

Completed applications can be submitted in person or emailed to wootenc@elkcity.com.

For questions, contact 580-225-3230 or email cookj@elkcity.com.