Hiring Process

Submit an online employment application, when it becomes available, to begin the hiring process. The application will collect basic information and determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

After submitting your application, you will receive an email confirmation (please be sure to check your SPAM/JUNK folder). If you are determined to be qualified, you will receive additional instructions and will be directed to schedule your physical fitness test and written exam once testing dates are announced.

Three parts, same day

1. Trigger-Pull Check (pass/fail) – With a training handgun at eye level and arm extended, pull the trigger 6 times with each hand.

2. 500-Meter Row (timed)

3. 1.5-Mile Run (timed, outdoors)

How scoring works

• Only the row and run are scored. Each time converts to a percentile based on your age and gender.

• Those two percentiles are averaged for your overall score.

• You must earn 45th percentile or higher overall to pass.

• Use the calculator below to see your estimated percentiles and overall score.

Important Notes

• 10-minute break between the row and run

• One attempt per hiring process (no retests)

• Pass required to continue

» FITNESS CALCULATOR «

*NOTE: We are reviewing this step of the process and it is subject to change.

Applicants who pass the physical exam will move onto the written exam. Norman PD does NOT charge applicants for this exam. Applicants must pass the Police Officer Selection Test with a score of 70% or higher.

You can purchase and download the Written Examination Study Guide and Practice Test from Stanard and Associates, Inc. HERE. This is the company we get the test from. If you run into any payment or technical issues, they can be reached at 312-553-0213. Another practice test can be found HERE at no cost, which contains similar questions.

Applicants who pass the physical and written exam will be requested to complete a thorough Personal History Statement (PHS) and will be scheduled to appear before a board consisting of members from the police department and human resources.

Applicants selected to proceed in the process will be scheduled for a polygraph examination. More information will be provided when contacted by the examiner.

Applicants that have successfully completed the above steps will be assigned to a background investigator. The investigator will conduct an extensive background investigation on your personal, family, financial, employment, and residential history. You may be asked to provide additional documents such as credit reports or training history.

Once applicants receive a conditional offer of employment, they must complete a psychological evaluation. The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) or similar instrument will be administered by a licensed psychologist.

Applicants with conditional offers must also complete a medical examination, including drug and alcohol testing. The medical examination is required to be accepted in the Oklahoma State Police Pension and Retirement System. Once this is completed, the applicant will receive a final offer to attend the next police academy.