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Police Application Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

The University of Tennessee

Police Officer

Martin, TN · On-site

$22/hr

Responsibilities Performs a wide range of police duties, enforcing laws, rules and regulations to ... Application Process: Qualified applicants must apply online and attach a cover letter and resume.

City of Clarksville, TN

Police Officer 1

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$57K/yr

POLICE - 135 Commerce Street Clarksville Job Type: Fulltime Job Number: 001710 Department: Police ... Testing for this application pool will vary. You will select a testing date via email once your ...

City of Clarksville

Police Officer 1

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$57K/yr

Testing for this application pool will vary. You will select a testing date via email once your ... Modern police practices and methods. Departmental procedures, rules, and regulations. Effective ...

TNBR Careers

Police Officer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Campus Police Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application: · Resume · Unofficial Transcripts · Three professional references (See below) Reference check requirements: · Non ...

City of Johnson City

Police Officer

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$23.34/hr

Application for Employment * Background Investigation * Polygraph * Physical Agility Test * Police Officer Examination * Assessment Center (Panel Interview) * Conditional Offer/New Hire Testing ...

University-of-Louisville

Chief of Police

Louisville, TN · On-site

$139 - $209/hr

The Chief of Police position manages all police operational areas under the Vice President of ... Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers ...

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What is the difference between Police Application vs Police Officer?

AspectPolice ApplicationPolice Officer
Required CredentialsApplication form, background check, possibly written examHigh school diploma or GED, police academy training, background check
Work EnvironmentAdministrative, recruitment, or support roles within police departmentsPatrol, investigation, community engagement in various settings
Employer & Industry UsagePolice departments during hiring processLaw enforcement agencies, public safety organizations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding application process, requirements, and job rolesCareer path, duties, and qualifications of police officers

Police Application refers to the process of applying to join a police department, focusing on submitting forms and meeting initial requirements. Police Officer describes the active role of law enforcement personnel performing patrols, investigations, and community safety duties. While the application process is the first step, becoming a police officer involves training and on-the-job experience.

What cities in Tennessee are hiring for Police Application jobs?

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Infographic showing various Police Application job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Police Officer

The University of Tennessee

Martin, TN • On-site

$22/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description


The Department of Public Safety at the University of Tennessee at Martin is currently accepting applications for a Police Officer position.
Responsibilities
Performs a wide range of police duties, enforcing laws, rules and regulations to protect lives and property within the university community.
Duties such as the following are performed: patrolling, regulating pedestrian and vehicular traffic, arresting suspects when necessary, escorting funds for various university units, providing first aid treatment, etc.
Must be able to work well with students, staff, and law enforcement agencies in the area.
Must be able to interview suspects, witnesses, and victims to develop evidence and secure information in report form to be used in court or University proceedings.
The Department of Public Safety is operational at all times and the applicant must be available to work all assigned shifts, day and night, weekends, holidays, and times when the University is closed.
Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude and pass an extensive background check.
Requires physical strength and agility to apprehend suspects.
Successful candidate must be able to pass a written test, physical agility test, medical physical (to include a drug test), and psychological examination.
Must have or have the capability to obtain a valid Tennessee Driver s License.
Preferred Qualifications:
Successful completion of 60 semester college credit hours and/or certified as a police officer in the State of Tennessee.
Interested applicants must complete an employment application and provide Human Resources with a copy of their Tennessee Peace Officer Certification or documentation indicating the applicant is capable of being certified as a Tennessee Police Officer.
Application Process: Qualified applicants must apply online and attach a cover letter and resume.
Application Deadline: Applicant review will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been identified.
Minimum hiring rate $19.02 per hour non-certified, $22.00 per hour certified (Market Range 06)-Salary commensurate with education and experience.

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