Police Officer 1
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Job Number: P1053
Work Type: Classified
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Police and Public Safety
Job Title
Police Officer 1
Department
University Police
Salary
$41,602 - $49,077; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function
Train and serve as a Police Officer qualified to carry firearms; patrol the campus community, testify in court proceedings, maintain accurate records; operate and maintain law enforcement equipment; enforce university, state and local laws; investigate suspected criminal incidents and respond to emergency situations. Graduate and receive P.O.S.T. certification from a Basic Police Academy in the State of Tennessee. (Candidates with law enforcement certification in another state must successfully complete a lateral training class and achieve P.O.S.T. Certification) Successfully complete all Field Training Program requirements as indicated by Daily Observation Reports and review by the Training Sergeant.
Required Education
High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required.
Required Related Experience
US citizen, 18 years of age minimum, valid drivers license. Honorable discharge if military experience; must pass a psychological and physical examination administered by a licensed physician at the department’s expense.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Valid Driver License
Desirable Related Experience
Two (2) years of discipline free law enforcement experience and training preferred. Bachelors degree preferred.
Desirable License/Registration/Certification
Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification preferred; National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification preferred.
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter & Resume Required
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MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://www.mtsu.edu/police/docs/2023AnnualSecurityReport.pdf or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
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Application Review Date: October 8, 2024
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