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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


Description: Police Officer- LPD


Applications Accepted Indefinitely Please read carefully!

**MUST BE 21 YEARS OR OLDER**
Must have valid Driver License
No 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

Posting End: 12/31/9999

SALARY RANGE: $160,000.00-$185,000.00


Description: CITY ATTORNEY


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 Degree
2. 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

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: CITY ATTORNEY OFFICE

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 samples
2. Law school transcript required
3. Must be an Oklahoma Licensed Attorney

POLICE CHIEF

Position: 437010001

Code: 5836-1

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: POLICE HEADQUARTERS

Grade: EXEC EMPLOYEE 4

Job Family: POLICE SWORN PERSONNEL

Job Class: POLICE CHIEF

Posting Start: 02/03/2026

Posting End: 03/02/2026

SALARY RANGE: $108,922.00-$185,463.00


Description: POLICE CHIEF


Job Summary
The 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 ....

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