Why Join the Oxford Police Department?
The Oxford Police Department offers a competitive pay package, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Our team enjoys RSA Tier 1 retirement, Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Care health insurance, access to an on-site gym, and a take-home vehicle program.
The Oxford Police Department also provides a wide range of specialty units, including:
The Oxford Police Department offers a competitive pay package, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Our team enjoys RSA Tier 1 retirement, Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Care health insurance, access to an on-site gym, and a take-home vehicle program.
The Oxford Police Department also provides a wide range of specialty units, including:
East Metro Area Crime Center
Special Investigations Unit
Emergency Services Unit
Traffic Homicide Investigations
K9 Units
Crisis Negotiations
Technological Support Unit
Aviation Support Unit
Join our department
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)
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)
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
Be a United States citizen
Have a valid driver’s license
Be at least 19 years of age
Have a high school diploma or GED
Not have been convicted of any felony, or any misdemeanor which precludes you from possessing a firearm
Must complete the ACT WorkKeys Assessment (this excludes applicants with a four-year degree or higher)
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