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POLICE OFFICER
Code: 5151-1
Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location: POLICE UNIFORM
Grade: POLICE 12
Job Family: POLICE SWORN PERSONNEL
Job Class: POLICE OFFICER
Posting Start: 07/05/2022
Posting End: 12/31/9999
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $26.98
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Applications Accepted Indefinitely Please read carefully!
**MUST BE 21 YEARS OR OLDER**Must have valid Driver LicenseNo Felony Convictions
CITY ATTORNEY
Position: 052010001
Code: 5565-1
Type: EXTERNAL
Location: CITY ATTORNEY OFFICE
Job Family: CITY ATTORNEY
Job Class: CITY ATTORNEY
Posting Start: 07/17/2025
SALARY RANGE: $160,000.00-$185,000.00
Juris Doctor Required Please Read Carefully!
Upon submitting an application, you will need to submit a resume outlining your education and experience, along with your college transcript and two (2) writing samples. Please review the minimum qualifications for this position. You must submit supporting documentation that you meet those requirements.Listed below are a few of those minimum requirements:1. Graduated from an ABA accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate Degree2. License to practice law in the State of Oklahoma and a member in good standing with the OBA.3. Admission to practice law before the Supre....
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ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
Position: 052030002
Code: 5740-1
Grade: EXEC EMPLOYEE 2
Job Class: ASST CITY ATTORNEY
Posting Start: 06/06/2025
Posting End: 12/31/2099
SALARY RANGE: $79,584.04-$135,507.96
Interviews starting 06/23/2025 Please read below
1. Must provide 2 writing samples2. Law school transcript required 3. Must be an Oklahoma Licensed Attorney
POLICE CHIEF
Position: 437010001
Code: 5836-1
Location: POLICE HEADQUARTERS
Grade: EXEC EMPLOYEE 4
Job Class: POLICE CHIEF
Posting Start: 02/03/2026
Posting End: 03/02/2026
SALARY RANGE: $108,922.00-$185,463.00
Job SummaryThe Chief of Police is the City of Lawton’s chief law enforcement executive and a key member of the City’s executive leadership team. The Chief provides overall strategic, administrative, and operational leadership for the Police Department, including sworn and civilian personnel, and is responsible for protecting life and property while fostering public trust through professional, ethical, and community-focused policing.This position emphasizes strategic planning, organizational performance, fiscal stewardship, labor relations, and community engagement, while maintaining ....