Job Classification:

Police Officer

Type:

Full-time

Certification Preferred:

Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T)

Job Details:

Incumbents in this classification are responsible for enforcing city codes, ordinances and local, state and regulations by patrolling, performing surveillance, investigating crimes, responding to emergency calls, and performing other public safety activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. citizen, honorably discharged from the U.S. armed forces (if applicable), and at least 21 years old. Must have a high school diploma or GED.  Certified law enforcement experience will be given preference. Must not have been convicted of or plead guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge or violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor or controlled substances and meet any other standards as set forth in Tennessee Code Annotated § 38-8-106.