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Metro Nashville Government Police Officer 2-Lateral SRO in Nashville, Tennessee
Police Officer 2-Lateral SRO
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Police Officer 2-Lateral SRO
Salary
$70,215.38 - $86,356.69 Annually
Location
Nashville, TN
Job Type
Full-Time Civil Service
Job Number
C242
Department
Police Officer 2-Lateral SRO
Opening Date
08/02/2023
Description
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Position Description
The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) is seeking current Police Officers with two (2) or more years of uninterrupted full time law enforcement experience, having obtained a certification as a law enforcement officer through a State Police Standards and Training Commission. Though we are continuously hiring for laterals, this posting is to specifically accept lateral applications for our School Resource Officer Program. We have multiple vacancies in our Nashville Elementary Schools. If you are interested in our department, to work specifically in a school environment, please apply under this job posting.
We are now accepting lateral applications for School Resource Officer.
Step 3 $72,322.38 to Step 10 $88,947.39 with associates degree.
Step 3 $74,428.85 to Step 10 $91,538.10 with bachelor degree.
The Metro Nashville Police Department is a 24/7 operation. Employees must be able to work any day and/or shift, as needed.
*Education incentives available to qualified candidates.
*Pre-academy hiring opportunities may be available.
*All regular days off are Saturday and Sunday.
Typical Duties
Complete a training program that consists of courses in criminal law, firearms training, first aid, traffic accident investigation, traffic law enforcement, human relations, crime scene research, patrol procedures, departmental policies, report writing, and other related areas. Physical training will be optional for this program.
Other specialized training required for the SRO program include, but are not limited to:
Basic – SRO Certification
D.A.R.E. Program
Public speaking
School and youth related crime problem solving practicums
Conflict resolution skills management
Current juvenile laws
School system disciplinary code of conduct
Strategy on identification of youth associated group’s impact on school/community safety and security
Scheduled vacations are strongly encouraged for the non-school months of late May through mid-August as well as school seasonal holiday breaks (spring break, fall break, Christmas break). There is an expectation of “after hours” approved overtime, i.e. speaking engagements, sporting events, PTA meetings, community school meetings, involving presentations on divisional program protocols and strategies for school/community, security and safety.
The following required documents MUST be submitted at the time of application:
Birth Certificate
High School Diploma or Equivalent
College Transcripts (if applicable)
Copy of P.O.S.T. Certification or State Equivalent
All supporting documents must be attached to your online application at the time of application. Each document should be saved individually in a PDF format. Do not include resumes, cover letters, driver's license, social security cards, or various training certificates.
Minimum Qualifications
At least two (2) years as a full-time, certified (Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification or equivalent State certification) law enforcement officer. No more than 3 years since last break-in service.
Valid Driver License.
A U.S. citizen at the time of hire, or per Tennessee House Bill 0765, a permanent legal resident of the United States who is an honorably discharged veteran of the United States armed forces may be employed as a Police Officer. The officer must apply for or obtain citizenship within six (6) years of the employment start date.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must successfully complete a medical and psychological examination with standards set out in the Metropolitan Charter.
Must successfully complete Criminal History Background.
Must successfully complete CVSA.
Must successfully complete Drug Testing.
Must successfully complete FTO program (Field Training Officer) before a school assignment.
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.
Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.
12 paid holidays
20 paid vacation days + 3 personal days
20 paid military days per year
Up to 30 working days of Paid Family leave (after 6 months of employment with Metro)
Domestic Partner Benefits
State supplemented In-Service pay of $800 each year
Longevity pay after Five (5) years with Metro
Vested for pension after Ten (10) years
Vested to Medical Pension after Ten (10) years
$1,000 every year for uniform maintenance
Educational Incentive Pay - Additional 3% for A.S. and 6% for B.S.
Excellent medical and dental insurance
Shift differential pay for night or morning shift
Department provides all necessary equipment and uniforms
Health Insurance (https://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Benefits/Employee-Benefits/Medical-Benefits.aspx) : Employees have the choice of two medical plans - BlueCross BlueShield PPO or Cigna Choice Fund - and may choose either Individual, Family or Employee + Child(ren) coverage. Both companies provide coverage for mental health/substance abuse.
Metro pays 75% of the medical premium with employees only paying 25% of the premium
Life Insurance (https://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Benefits/Employee-Benefits/Life-Insurance.aspx) : Metro provides active employees - at no cost - with $50,000 in basic life insurance and $50,000 in AD&D insurance. Supplemental life and dependent life insurance is available to purchase. Supplemental life can be purchased by new employees up to $200,000 without proof of good health and increased up to $500,000 at future annual enrollments with evidence of insurability (EOI). You may enroll your spouse/domestic partner with $10,000 without proof of good health (EOI) if you enroll when you first become eligible-either at benefit eligibility or within 60 days of your marriage.
Dental Insurance (https://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Benefits/Employee-Benefits/Dental-Benefits.aspx) : Metro provides BlueCross BlueShield single dental coverage at not cost to employees. Family dental plans are available to purchase.
Optional vision insurance (https://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Benefits/Employee-Benefits/Vision.aspx)
Additional coverage available through payroll deductions
01
Are you a United States citizen or a permanent legal resident of the United States who is an honorably discharged veteran of the United States armed forces?
Yes
No
02
Do you have a valid Driver License?
Yes
No
03
Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?
Yes
No
04
Applicants must be 21 years of age or older to apply for Police Officer Lateral-SRO. I have attached a copy of my birth certificate to this employment application.
Yes, I have attached a copy of my birth certificate to the application
No, I have not attached my birth certificate
05
Are you fluent in a language, other than English, in both written and spoken word?
Yes
No
06
If you are bilingual, list the language(s) other than English in which you are fluent.
07
Do you have a felony conviction?
Yes
No
08
Have you ever sold any kind of narcotic, dangerous drug or marijuana?
Yes
No
09
Have you used marijuana within the past six months?
Yes
No
10
Do you live in the middle Tennessee area, or if not, are you willing to relocated to the middle Tennessee area if offered the Police Officer Trainee position?
Yes
No
11
Mark the qualifications which best describes you.
2 or more years full-time work experience, certified (Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification or equivalent State certification) law enforcement officer.
Less than 2 years full-time work experience certified (Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification or equivalent State certification) law enforcement officer.
2 or more years law enforcement experience but, NOT certified through P.O.S.T. or equivalent State certification.
12
Per TCA code 38-8-106, applicants for Public Safety positions shall "Not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge OR to any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor, controlled substances". Do you have any violations related to the above stated code that would prevent you from continuing in the application process?
Yes
No
13
I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certification and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete application or missing documents may result in disqualification.
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
Address
Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210
Phone
(615) 862-6640
Website
http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx
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