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Lighthorse Police Officer - Tuskahoma Zone B

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Tuskahoma, OKFull-time$28.96–29.54/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$28.96–29.54/hr
Location
Tuskahoma, OK
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CLEET Certification Or Within 6 MonthsPeace Officer Certification DiplomaValid State Driver's License

Job overview

The Lighthorse Police Officer patrols assigned areas and investigates incidents within the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma’s jurisdiction to protect life, property, and public safety. The role enforces applicable laws, responds to collisions and criminal offenses, prepares cases and reports, and coordinates with other law enforcement agencies. Applicants must live within 20 miles of Zone B and meet the stated age, citizenship, certification, testing, and licensing requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Law EnforcementPatrolCriminal InvestigationReport WritingLaw Enforcement SoftwareComputer SkillsFirearms QualificationPhysical Agility

Qualifications

Must Be 21+U.S. CitizenshipNo Felony Convictions or Pending Criminal ActionsCLEET Certification or Within 6 MonthsPeace Officer Certification DiplomaWritten Examination and Physical Agility TestOral Board ReviewPhysical/Medical ExaminationBackground InvestigationMMPIValid State Driver's LicenseLive Within 20 Miles of Zone B

Full job description

Pay Rate: $ 28.96 Uncertified| $29.54 Cleet Certified | Full-Time 3rd Shift |

*Must live with in a 20-mile radius of Zone B*

Job Purpose or Objective(s): The Lighthorse Police Officer is responsible for patrolling assigned areas and investigating incidents within the jurisdictional boundaries of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma to protect life, property, and public safety.

Primary Tasks:

  1. Enforce applicable Tribal, State, and Federal laws in accordance with established policies and procedures.

  2. Conduct routine and proactive patrol activities within assigned areas.

  3. Investigate motor vehicle collisions and criminal offenses; prepare accurate, thorough, and timely reports.

  4. Properly prepare arrest cases and testify in court or other legal proceedings when required.

  5. Carry out assignments as directed and remain on assignment until properly relieved by authorized personnel.

  6. Locate individuals with active warrants, take them into custody, and transport detainees or prisoners as required.

  7. Maintain awareness of conditions and events within assigned patrol areas and promptly inform supervisors of matters of significance.

  8. Provide traffic control and escort services for funerals, parades, officials, oversized vehicles, and other special events as directed.

  9. Observe and identify unsafe roadway or environmental conditions (e.g., debris, obstructions, icy bridges, flooding, damaged pavement, or traffic control devices) and take appropriate action or report conditions for correction.

  10. Attend and participate in required department meetings, training sessions, conferences, and professional development activities.

  11. Collaborate and coordinate with other law enforcement agencies to ensure consistent and comprehensive services for the citizens of the Choctaw Nation.

  12. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

  • At least 21 years of age

  • Must be a US citizen

  • Must not be convicted or have been convicted of a felony or have any pending criminal actions.

  • CLEET certified or ability to become CLEET certified within 6 months of hire

  • Maintain in good standing, a diploma of certification as a Peace Officer from the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training

  • Must successfully pass a written examination, physical agility test consisting of a timed one mile run, push-ups, sit-ups and agility test, review by an oral board, physical/medical examination, extensive background investigation, and MMPI.

  • Must possess a valid State driver's license

  • Must be able to qualify yearly with department firearms

  • Basic computer skills to enable report writing, composition or correspondence, use of law enforcement communication software, Internet and e-mail

Job Identification: 32191

Job Category: Public Safety and Security

Posting Date: 10/07/2026, 9:23 PM

Job Schedule: Full time

On-Site/Remote: On-Site

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