The Police Department is seeking motivated and qualified applicants that want to make a difference in the community. We offer a competitive pay package, career advancement opportunities, a take home vehicle program, RSA Tier 1 retirement, Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Care health insurance, an on site gym, and much more. We also have a multitude of specialty units to include the East Metro Area Crime Center, Special Investigations Unit, Emergency Services Unit, Traffic Homicide Investigations, K9 Units, Crisis Negotiations, Technological Support Unit, and the Aviation Support Unit. The Oxford Police Department encourages interested applicants to explore what we have to offer by completing the online application process or contacting us directly using this site.
 
 

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Please use the form below to contact us.

 
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Correction Officer

  • Must be 19 years of age
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Valid US Drivers License 
  • High school diploma or GED 
  • If Veteran - DD-214
  • Work Keys Assessment if no degree
  • Resume (if desired)

 

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Police Officer

  • Must be 19 years of age
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Valid US Drivers License 
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Full credit report
  • Certified: APOST with firearms score  
  • Un-certified: Work Keys Assessment if no degree
  • If Veteran - DD-214
  • Resume (if desired)

 

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Communications Officer

  • Must be 19 years of age
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Valid US Drivers License 
  • High school diploma or GED 
  • If Veteran - DD-214
  • Work Keys Assessment if no degree
  • Resume (if desired)

 

Hiring Process:

  • Contact the recruiter, who will provide information about the application requirements. Complete the application and provide the necessary documentation. 
  • Upon submitting all required documentation to the City of Oxford Civil Service Board, the applicant will then take part in a PT test. Their requirements for the PT test are 22 push-ups in 60 seconds, 25 sit-ups in 60 seconds, and a 1.5-mile run in 15 minutes and 28 seconds.
  • After completing and passing the PT test, the police department administration will review the application to continue with the hiring process.

Benefits:

  • All non-certified, sworn officers will start out at $22.37/hr
  • All pre-certified, sworn officers will start out at $23.50/hr (negotiable)
  • BCBS of Alabama insurance for health, vision, and dental
  • RSA Tier 1 retirement 
  • Take home vehicle program

 

Applicants for the police officer position must:

  1. Be a United States citizen
  2. Have a valid driver’s license
  3. Be 19 years of age
  4. Have a high school diploma or GED
  5. Not have been convicted of any felony, or any misdemeanor which precludes you from possessing a firearm
  6. Must complete the ACT WorkKeys Assessment  (this excludes applicants with a four-year degree or higher)

The City of Oxford is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, or disability.

If you have any questions regarding the hiring process or employment, please use the contact form above.

 

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