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A COMMUNITY WITH OPPORTUNITY

● COURAGE ● COMPASSION ● COLLABORATION ● COMMITMENT ●

2024 Hiring Schedule

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Why Norman?

Join the Norman Police Department for a career that offers the ability to make a positive impact in the Norman community while also providing the opportunity for rapid personal growth and development, involvement on multiple specialized units and teams, and the chance to work together with the community to create a safer Norman.

Passionately serving our community through education, innovation, enforcement, and excellence in everything we do is the mission of the Norman Police Department.

NPD’s Vision is to be a driving force in public safety by setting the standard for our community, state, and nation.

About Us

The Norman Police Department has been serving the residents of Norman since 1919 and is currently authorized to maintain 180 commissioned officers and 76 civilian employees. Located just 20 miles south of Oklahoma City, Norman is the third largest city in Oklahoma with a population of approximately 125,000 people and is home to the University of Oklahoma. NPD is responsible for protecting and responding to calls that span the city's 197 square miles which include a mixture of dense urban and growing rural areas. 

Our Core Values

  • Courage - We will stand in the gap between our community and those who would cause harm.

  • Compassion - We will honor the dignity of all people and remain focused on selfless service to those in need.

  • Collaboration - We will work in partnership with stakeholders, other agencies, and within our department to strengthen our city.

  • Commitment - We will remain dedicated to our duty to provide professional policing in an ethical manner that brings pride and honor to our department and our community.

Diversity & Equity

The Norman Police Department is committed to creating and maintaining a culture of diversity and inclusion within the organization and the Norman community. NPD focuses on initiatives to maintain a safe community and create positive partnerships that allow residents to work with us to problem solve and prevent crime. Each member of the police department is continuously challenged to maintain high levels of professionalism and integrity towards all we serve.