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Detective

Apply Now Job Number: P1364
Work Type: Classified
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Police and Public Safety

Job Title

Detective

Department

University Police

Salary

$56,378 - $69,334; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Investigate cases of suspected criminal incidents that occur on university property. Ensure that department and university policies and procedures are followed during criminal or other investigations, and that investigative best practices are adhered to, and that investigations are conducted with the highest level of morality, integrity, and excellence. Must also be able to 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 all state, local, and federal laws; and respond to emergency incidents.

Required Education

High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required.

Required Related Experience

Three (3) years of POST-certified law enforcement experience required. Experience in higher education/university law enforcement preferred.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Current Tennessee P.O.S.T. certification required; valid TN driver’s license required.

Interview and Interrogation Training, and Basic Criminal Investigation School preferred. Field Training Officer (FTO) Course, and Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training also preferred.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

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 employer. All qualified individuals 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://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ 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.

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Application Review Date: May 11, 2026

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Detective	Murfreesboro, Tennessee	05/11/2026
The Detective is responsible for investigating suspected criminal incidents that occur on university property. The Detective will ensure that department and university policy and procedures are followed during criminal or other investigations. It is incumbent on the Detective to follow investigative best practices and ensure investigations are conducted with the highest level of morality, integrity, and excellence. The Detective will be required to work outside regularly scheduled hours on occasion. The Detective will also share on-call responsibilities with other personnel assigned to Investigations. The Detective must be able to serve as a police officer qualified to carry firearms; patrol the campus, interact with the community, testify in court proceedings, maintain accurate records, operate and maintain law enforcement equipment, enforce all state, local, and federal laws, and respond to emergency incidents.

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Detective	Murfreesboro, Tennessee	05/11/2026
The Detective is responsible for investigating suspected criminal incidents that occur on university property. The Detective will ensure that department and university policy and procedures are followed during criminal or other investigations. It is incumbent on the Detective to follow investigative best practices and ensure investigations are conducted with the highest level of morality, integrity, and excellence. The Detective will be required to work outside regularly scheduled hours on occasion. The Detective will also share on-call responsibilities with other personnel assigned to Investigations. The Detective must be able to serve as a police officer qualified to carry firearms; patrol the campus, interact with the community, testify in court proceedings, maintain accurate records, operate and maintain law enforcement equipment, enforce all state, local, and federal laws, and respond to emergency incidents.