The City of Oxford is hiring Lifeguards for the 2025 pool season! 🌞🌊

The Oxford Public Pool is open daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

🎉 Exciting News for Napawalla Park! 🎉

On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Oxford City Council gave the green light to funding for brand-new playground equipment at Napawalla Park! 🛝✨

Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the big reveal! 😊👦👧

Need a VIN inspection? We've got you covered! The Oxford Police Department offers VIN inspections Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for just $20. Simply bring your vehicle and proof of insurance, and we’ll take care of the rest!

Need a weekend or after-hours inspection? No problem! Just schedule an appointment by calling the City Office at 620-455-2223—just be sure to pay in advance. 🚗✅

The City of Oxford is accepting applications for the full-time position of City Treasurer. This role involves managing financial operations, assisting with court administration, and overseeing property condemnations and code enforcement. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting skills, office experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication abilities.

Key duties include preparing financial reports, balancing bank statements, maintaining accurate property records, issuing licenses, and managing court records. The position is 28-30 hours per week, with a wage range of $15-$18 per hour, depending on experience. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Applications can be obtained at Oxford City Hall, 115 S. Sumner, Oxford, Kansas, or found on the City's website under News & Information --> Documents & Forms. Completed applications and résumés can be mailed to P.O. Box 337, Oxford, KS 67119, or emailed to sbrister@oxfordks.org.

Dear Oxford Residents,

We would like to remind all residents that trash cans must be removed from the street after collection. Leaving cans on the street creates hazards for traffic, pedestrians and our city maintenance crew. To keep our community clean and safe, we kindly ask that all trash containers be pulled back to your property after collection day.

If you have any questions, please contact the City Office at 620-455-2223.

Sincerely,
City of Oxford

The building that sits on the SouthWest Corner of Sumner and Main in Oxford is set for Demolition in the coming days.  

This is a quick reference for Special Purpose Vehicle Regulations.  If you have further questions please contact the City of Oxford at 620-455-2223.

Check out our new steps for the slide at the pool!

This is a list of local residents who offer lawn mowing services in the Oxford area.

 For Arbor Day, April 26, 2024, the City of Oxford hosted the 6th grade class for tree planting and pizza! The kids helped plant 2 new trees on the south loop of Napawalla Park.  They learned the proper way to plant a tree and then got to have Casey's Pizza for lunch! Thank you to everyone that helped make Arbor Day a success.  

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It’s officially that time of year… your yard is ready for its first (or fifth ) mow of the season!

If you’d rather skip the sweat and let someone else handle it, you can reach out to one of these local professionals and hire it out!

Copies of this list are also available at the City Office if you need one—stop by and grab yours!

This months Newsletter includes information about City Wide Clean Up, Food Truck Friday, Cave Park Clean Up, and a Did You Know? section with a little town history!

The City of Oxford is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe previously used as a police vehicle.

Interested parties are encouraged to review the attached specification sheet and official bid request notice for detailed information regarding the vehicle, bid requirements, and submission instructions.

Sealed bids must be submitted in accordance with the instructions outlined in the bid request notice. All bids must be received by the stated deadline to be considered.

The City of Oxford reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to award the bid in the best interest of the City.

For additional information, please contact the City Office at (620) 455-2223.

It’s that time of year… the Kansas Rural Water Association Annual Conference!!

Our Utility Crew rolled out Tuesday to fully immerse themselves in all things water (yes… even more than they already do ). You might even notice some other familiar Oxford faces in the pictures!

While they’re there, they’re meeting with vendors, checking out the latest and greatest in water technology, and sitting in on classes and lectures to sharpen their skills. Basically, they’re becoming even bigger water experts than they already are—if that’s even possible!

Now don’t be fooled… it’s not all work. As you can see in the pictures, they did manage to find a little downtime—but knowing this crew, they were probably still talking about water while “relaxing.” These guys are never not working!

Good news—they’ll be back in town Thursday and ready to jump right back into action, getting our parks and pool prepped for spring and summer.

Oh—and if you notice them coming back a little extra energized or full of strange stories… don’t worry… it just means they really got into that flavored oxygen treatment class

UPDATE: THIS HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR MARCH 27th FROM 12PM-6PM

Friday, March 13th, J & J Electric will be replacing a utility pole, requiring a temporary power outage from 12:00–6:00 PM. The outage will affect S. Ohio and S. Michigan from Main to Pine, including Riverview Village. Notices will also be posted at the apartments. Thank you for your patience while this work is completed.

We’re excited to announce that the burn site will officially open tomorrow! We also have a new burn site attendant joining us — Tom Ross has been hired for the position.

Please make sure to follow all directions that Tom gives while unloading. These guidelines will help ensure the unloading process goes smoothly and that materials are placed in a way that makes it easier to push up and manage the piles throughout the season.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to a great season at the burn site! 🌿🚜

Looking for a great way to stay busy and earn some money this summer? We’re now accepting applications for Summer Help positions!

Duties include (but are not limited to):
🌱 Mowing city properties
✂️ Weed eating
🌸 Watering flowers
…and helping keep Oxford looking its best all summer long!

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled, so don’t wait!

📍 Apply in person at the City Office
💻 Or apply online at www.oxfordks.org

The City of Oxford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We can’t wait to have you join our team! 🌼

Don’t forget — Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8th!
Turn your clocks ahead one hour before heading to bed Saturday night and get ready to enjoy more sunshine in the evenings! ☀️🌼

Longer days and warmer weather are on the way! 🌞

In this month's City of Oxford Newsletter, you will find information about the LIEAP Program, City Wide Garage Sales, exciting Park Oxford, KS Park Board information, and what to do in the event of a gas leak. Check it out!!

Tornado siren testing will take place today at noon. This is only a test — there is no emergency.

Regular testing helps ensure our warning system is working properly and ready to keep our community safe when severe weather occurs.

If you hear the sirens at noon, there is no need to take action. Thanks for helping us stay prepared!

The Oxford Public Pool is open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 🌊 We’re looking for fun, responsible individuals to join our team this summer! In addition to daily swim hours, lifeguards will also have opportunities to work pool parties and special events throughout the season.

💰 Lifeguard wages start at $8.00/hr
✨ Returning employees are eligible for raises!

🎉 NEW THIS YEAR — Lifeguard Referral Program:
Any returning lifeguard who refers a NEW HIRE will receive a $50 bonus, and the new lifeguard will also receive $50, as long as both lifeguards successfully complete the season!

🏅 All lifeguards must have current/updated lifeguard certification. New lifeguards will need to attend and pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training.

📅 Applications are being accepted until all positions are filled. Apply in person at the City Office or download and complete the application below.

We can’t wait to have you on our team! EOE 🌟

UPDATE: The issue has been resolved and customers can now access the online payment system at this time.

We are aware that the online bill payment system is currently not working. A support ticket has been submitted, and we are awaiting a resolution. We will provide an update as soon as more information becomes available.

The City Office and Library will be closed on Monday February 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents' Day.  Please call 911 for any utility emergency.  We will return to office on Tuesday February 17, 2026.

City of Oxford – Pool Managers Positions Available

The City of Oxford is now accepting applications for Pool Managers for the upcoming pool season.

Pool Managers are responsible for overseeing daily operations at the city pool, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patrons, and supervising lifeguard staff. This position requires strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Managing staff schedules and daily coverage
• Supervising lifeguards and enforcing pool rules and safety procedures
• Overseeing swim lessons, special events, and after-hours pool parties
• Ensuring compliance with all city policies and procedures
• Assisting with opening, closing, and general facility oversight

Qualifications:

• Current Lifeguard Certification and CPR/First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Prior lifeguarding or supervisory experience preferred
• Ability to lead a team, make sound decisions, and handle responsibility
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Application Details:
Applications will be accepted through March 2, 2026.
Interviews will be conducted after the application deadline.

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to take on a leadership role while serving the community.

Interested applicants should apply at the City Office or contact the City of Oxford for more information.

The City of Oxford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.