Employment Opportunities

Police Officer (Recruit)

Officer Application Request - Click Here

The Newcastle Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Recruit. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Applicants seeking to join a professional, community-oriented law enforcement agency are encouraged to apply. The Newcastle Police Department serves a diverse, forward-moving community and is committed to integrity, innovation, and inclusive public safety.

The Newcastle Police Department is dedicated to service through Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Equity.

Starting Pay

• Recruit Pay: $47,000 annually, plus benefits
• Starting pay of $47,000 applies from academy attendance through probation

Basic Requirements

• Must be between 21 and 45 years of age
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Must successfully pass a Physical Abilities Test and Written Test
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of two years
• Must demonstrate stable employment and credit history
• Must be of good moral character
• Must possess suitable emotional stability

Academy and Training

• All recruits are required to attend the Newcastle Police Department Mini-Academy
• All non-certified recruits will attend the Basic C.L.E.E.T. Academy
• No prior law enforcement experience required
• All equipment is provided
• Field Training follows academy completion and lasts approximately 4–6 months

Benefits and Incentives

• 20-Year Retirement Plan
• College Degree Incentives
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Shift Differential Pay
• Step Pay Plan
• Intermediate and Advanced C.L.E.E.T. Certification Pay
• Longevity Pay

Post-Academy Benefits

• Bi-Annual Uniform Allowance
• Paid Leave including sick, vacation, and holidays
• 12-hour shift schedule:
  • 4 days on, 3 days off, 3 days on, 4 days off
  • Every other Saturday off

Career Opportunities

Newcastle Police Department divisions include, but are not limited to:

• Patrol
• School Resource Officers
• Investigations
• Crisis Negotiation
• Additional specialized assignments

The City of Newcastle is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Senior Planner - click here to apply (Updated October 30, 2025)

Department: Planning & Community Development

Salary Grade: $82,228 to $90,451 - Starting Salary Depending on Qualifications & Experience 

Full Time, Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for assisting in and administering all planning and development activities and will serve as a plans examiner for the City of Newcastle. The duties of this position are the processing of building permit applications, processing rezoning and land use applications under the Zoning and Subdivision Regulations, implementing the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map, the issuance of zoning verification letters, the review and processing of applications for variances; and assisting the Planning Director as needed.

The Planning Department supports the City’s Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment by processing rezoning and variance applications.  The Division also provides consultation to developers, applicants, and residents, works with other divisions and departments, and ensures that development-related regulations are kept current and relevant.  This position is responsible for the review and processing of subdivision and zoning applications; zoning code and Subdivision Regulation interpretation; research and analysis, and summarization; and the presentation of facts in both verbal and written form.  The Senior Planner is responsible for writing and presenting formal and technical reports and other correspondence.  Reports, conclusions, and recommendations may become or be used to establish official City policies or ordinances.

The Senior Planner is a professional classification requiring well developed skills in research; verbal and written communication; project design; and knowledge of and skill in applying procedures, objectives, and variables related to city planning. Performing numerous administrative and technical functions in support of the assigned job functions including project design; data acquisition by field survey and research; data compilation, analysis, and summarization; and the presentation of facts in both verbal and written form.  This position will attend meetings and/or represent the City and department as an advisor to various boards, commissions, official policymaking bodies, and citizens’ groups and may provide functional supervision to less experienced employees.  The Senior Planner may also make policy recommendations based both on the analysis of current trends and hypotheses of future circumstances.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:

• Assist and advise property owners, contractors, and others in interpreting and complying with zoning ordinances and other city codes.
• Review and process residential and commercial building permit applications. 
• Prepare staff reports and presentations for Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment and City Council. 
• Present reports to Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment as assigned, night meetings are required as directed.
• Conduct site inspections to determine compliance with approved development plans, ongoing compliance with conditions of adopted resolutions, special use permits, ordinances, etc.
• Process warranty deed/ lot splits and/or lot line adjustments. 
• Receive and act on complaints regarding zoning may inspect properties for zoning actions and maintain records.
• Review site plans, plats, and other documents submitted for zoning review. Must have full knowledge of platting requirements and zoning regulations and process of the public hearing for rezoning cases. 
• Reviews rezoning applications, plats, replat applications for conformity and relationship to land use plan and City Code of Ordinances.
• Assists the Department staff in the review of building plans for zoning compliance.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Science or a closely related field is required. Master’s Degree in Planning preferred.
• Minimum of four to six years of relevant experience preferred with a Municipality or comparable work experience in Planning, Public Works, Utilities is preferred.
• AICP certification is preferred. 
• Knowledge and skill with navigating GIS software for mapping.
• Thorough knowledge of planning theory and laws, zoning regulations, and statutes.
• Ability to operate computers, calculators, and other office equipment.
• Ability to interpret ordinances, data, written instructions, memos, proposals, technical manuals, blueprints, reports, and schematics.
• Ability to prepare and analyze and present comprehensive reports.
• Ability to carry out projects and duties to their completion following prescribed policies and procedures.
• Understanding of development process and issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees, business entities, and the general public.
• Ability to deal with difficult citizens in a calm and patient manner.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work under general supervision and make responsible decisions.
• Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult or stressful situations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office to write reports and manage data.
• No felony conviction in any municipal, state or federal court or any conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude in any court

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid Oklahoma driver’s license is required
• Ability to travel to project sites and work extended hours and attend evening public meetings
• Skill in assessing pertinent technical information.
• Skill in conveying technical information.
• Skill in relating to others with tact and diplomacy.
• Skills in verbal and written communication.

WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, constructions sites, or public work facilities.
• Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites and under adverse field conditions.
• Must be willing to work in the field full-time under variable weather conditions and be able to walk on a construction site.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear and smell. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Subject to working near moving machinery, power tools, and vehicles in motion. 
• May be exposed to intermittent or continued loud and incessant noises caused by machinery and construction equipment when conducting site visits.
• Exposed to varying amounts of noxious odors, dust, etc., when performing field inspections.
• Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers, and various pieces of office equipment. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing enough to identify factors such as the location of vehicles and equipment or when equipment is malfunctioning.
• Manual and finger dexterity enough to operate standard office equipment and to produce hand- written and electronically generated correspondence.
• Speech and hearing enough to communicate in-person and by telephone, two-way radio, etc.

City Planner 1 - click here to apply (Updated October 30, 2025)

Department: Planning & Community Development

Salary Grade: $67,957 - $74,753 - Starting Salary Depending on Qualifications & Experience 

Full Time, Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for assisting in administering planning and development activities and GIS applications for the City of Newcastle. Some of the duties of this position are the processing of building permit applications, processing rezoning and land use applications under the Subdivision and Zoning Code; the review of site plans, and subdivisions to determine compliance with City regulations; the issuance of zoning verification letters, the review and processing of applications for variances; review and processing of building permits and assisting the Planning Director as needed. The City Planner position is primarily responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and managing a computer-based GIS mapping and information system for the City of Newcastle and working closely with our GIS consultant team. A major responsibility of this position is to organize and maintain up-to-date geospatial data and conduct analyses to support transportation and planning projects throughout the city. The selected candidate will need to have experience developing professional maps for reports. Experience with ArcGIS Pro is a plus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:

• Assist and advise homeowners, contractors, and others in interpreting and complying with zoning ordinances and other city codes.
• Review and process residential and commercial building permit applications. 
• Prepare staff reports and presentations for Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment and City Council. 
• Present reports to Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment as assigned, night meetings are required as directed.
• Conduct site inspections to determine compliance with approved development plans, ongoing compliance with conditions of adopted resolutions, special use permits, ordinances, etc.
• Process warranty deed/ lot splits and/or lot line adjustments. 
• Receive and act on complaints regarding zoning may inspect properties for zoning actions and maintain records.
• Review site plans, plats, and other documents submitted for zoning review. Must have full knowledge of platting requirements and zoning regulations. 
• Reviews rezoning applications, plats, replat applications for conformity and relationship to land use plan and City Code of Ordinances.
• Assists the Department staff in the review of building plans for zoning compliance.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Geography, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Science or a closely related field is required. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience; Municipal experience 2-5 years working for local government or comparable work experience in Planning, Public Works, Utilities.
• AICP certification is preferred. 
• Knowledge and comfort navigating GIS software for mapping.
• Thorough knowledge of planning theory and laws, zoning regulations, and statutes.
• Ability to operate computers, calculators, and other office equipment.
• Ability to interpret ordinances, data, written instructions, memos, proposals, technical manuals, blueprints, reports, and schematics.
• Ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive reports.
• Ability to carry out projects and duties to their completion following prescribed policies and procedures.
• Understanding of development process and issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees, business entities, and the general public.
• Ability to deal with difficult citizens in a calm and patient manner.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work under general supervision and make responsible decisions.
• Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult or stressful situations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office to write reports and manage data.
• No felony conviction in any municipal, state or federal court or any conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude in any court.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid Oklahoma driver’s license is required
• Ability to travel to project sites and work extended hours and attend evening public meetings
• Skill in assessing pertinent technical information.
• Skill in conveying technical information.
• Skill in relating to others with tact and diplomacy.
• Skills in verbal and written communication.

WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, constructions sites, or public work facilities.
• Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites and under adverse field conditions.
• Must be willing to work in the field full-time under variable weather conditions and be able to walk on a construction site.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear and smell. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Subject to working near moving machinery, power tools, and vehicles in motion. 
• May be exposed to intermittent or continued loud and incessant noises caused by machinery and construction equipment when conducting site visits.
• Exposed to varying amounts of noxious odors, dust, etc., when performing field inspections.
• Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers, and various pieces of office equipment. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing enough to identify factors such as the location of vehicles and equipment or when equipment is malfunctioning.
• Manual and finger dexterity enough to operate standard office equipment and to produce hand- written and electronically generated correspondence.
• Speech and hearing enough to communicate in-person and by telephone, two-way radio, etc.

Water Plant Operator I - click here to apply (updated February 24, 2026)

Salary: $20.62 to $23.84 per hour DOE

Schedule: Shift work, 40 hours generally, Sunday through Saturday

Full Time, Non-Exempt

JOB OBJECTIVES:

Certain jobs are classified as “safety sensitive” as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug, alcohol testing regulations, The Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. As a “safety sensitive” classification, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana. If you have questions about whether the position you are applying for is classified as “safety sensitive”, please consult with the Human Resources Director.

Under general direction and supervision, responsible for the operation, maintenance and control of equipment for City water systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here: 

1. Demonstrates knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of water treatment, storage, and conveyance systems.
2. Performs a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled technical, operational, and maintenance tasks.
3. Carries out general facility and grounds maintenance, including lawn care, building upkeep, and routine cleaning.
4. Conducts routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells, water treatment processes, and basic laboratory analyses.
5. Operates, maintains, and documents treatment processes and equipment; records plant performance data such as daily flows, electrical usage, chemical usage, and dosage rates.
6. Ensures all facilities, equipment, and work areas remain clean, orderly, and secure.
7. Works cooperatively, professionally, and courteously with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
8. Understands and follows oral and written instructions with accuracy and attention to detail.
9. Adapts to changing work conditions and performs a variety of tasks as operational needs evolve.
10. Perform all other duties as assigned.

 JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.
2. Ability to reach, grasp, lift, push, pull, manipulate tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to fifty pounds.
3. Flexibility to bend, twist, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive physical movements.
4. Work in temperatures over 95 degrees and below freezing.
5. Adequate vision and hearing (with or without corrective devices) to safely perform all job functions.
6. Willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
7. No felony convictions in any municipal, state, or federal court.
8. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures relevant to departmental operations.
9. Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English clearly and effectively.
10. Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision.
11. Willingness to work any assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and 24-hour emergency call backs.

Education/Qualifications Required:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Oklahoma Driver License with driving record free from serious or frequent violations.
• A pre-employment drug screen and background check will be required.
• No felony conviction in any municipal, state or federal court or any conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude in any court.
• Ability to obtain ODEQ Class D Water Operator and Class C Lab license within 6 months.

Wastewater Plant Operator I - click here to apply (updated March 9, 2026)

Salary Grade: $20.62 to $23.84 per hour DOE

Full Time, Non-Exempt

JOB OBJECTIVES:

Under general direction and supervision, responsible for the operation, maintenance and control of equipment for City wastewater systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here: 

1. Demonstrates knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater treatment, storage, and conveyance systems.
2. Performs a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled technical, operational, and maintenance tasks.
3. Carries out general facility and grounds maintenance, including lawn care, building upkeep, and routine cleaning.
4. Conducts routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of wastewater treatment processes, lift stations, collection systems, and basic laboratory analyses.
5. Operates, maintains, and documents treatment processes and equipment; records plant performance data such as daily flows, electrical usage, chemical usage, and dosage rates.
6. Ensures all facilities, equipment, and work areas remain clean, orderly, and secure.
7. Works cooperatively, professionally, and courteously with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
8. Understands and follows oral and written instructions with accuracy and attention to detail.
9. Adapts to changing work conditions and performs a variety of tasks as operational needs evolve.
10. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

1. Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.
2. Ability to reach, grasp, lift, push, pull, manipulate tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to fifty pounds.
3. Flexibility to bend, twist, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive physical movements.
4. Work in temperatures over 95 degrees and below freezing.
5. Adequate vision and hearing (with or without corrective devices) to safely perform all job functions.
6. Willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
7. No felony convictions in any municipal, state, or federal court.
8. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures relevant to departmental operations.
9. Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English clearly and effectively.
10. Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision.
11. Willingness to work any assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and 24-hour emergency call backs.

Education/Qualifications Required:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Oklahoma Driver License with driving record free from serious or frequent violations.
• A pre-employment drug screen and background check will be required.
• No felony conviction in any municipal, state or federal court or any conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude in any court.
• Ability to obtain ODEQ Class D Wastewater Operator and Class C Wastewater Lab license within 6 months.

Water Construction Maintenance - click here to apply (updated March 23, 2026)

Salary Grade: $20.628519 to $23.840122 /year (depending on experience)

Full Time, Non-Exempt

JOB OBJECTIVES:

Under general direction and supervision, responsible for the construction, maintenance and repair of City water and sewer systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here: 

1. Knowledge of the construction, maintenance and repair of water and sewer systems.
2. Ability to use and maintain a variety of tools and equipment.
3. Training and experience in confined space entry.
4. Must be able to obtain an OK Class D water license and CDL Class A driver’s license within six months of employment.
5. Work harmoniously, cooperatively and courteously with others at all times.
6. Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
7. Perform a variety of tasks and duties that may change as the work conditions require.
8. Perform all other duties as assigned.

 Job Requirements:

1. Stand, sit or walk for long periods of time.
2. Ability to reach for, handle and manipulate objects.
3. Ability to do physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks.
4. Ability to perform frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, lifting, pushing or pulling.
5. Must be able to push, pull, and lift materials up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis; very physical work.
6. Must be able to see and hear well (with or without correction).
7. Work in a variety of weather conditions, including temperatures over 95 degrees and below freezing.
8. No felony conviction in any municipal, state or federal court or any conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude in any court.
9. Ability to be available on call and work overtime as requested.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills

• Knowledge of safety issues, rules, and procedures pertinent to department mission and specific tasks.
• Ability to speak, understand, read and write the English language.
• Ability to safely operate equipment outdoors.
• Ability to work alone with minimum supervision.
• Visual and auditory ability to read meters and operate equipment.

Education/Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED are required.
• Valid Oklahoma State Class A CDL with driving record free from serious or frequent violations. (preferred, not required)
• A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.