Law Enforcement Training Instructor: Shape Tomorrow's Officers

State of Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Tennessee is seeking a Law Enforcement Training Instructor in Nashville, TN, to deliver instruction and develop recruits for the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy (TLETA). This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and POST certification with at least five years of certified law enforcement experience.

The position emphasizes discipline, public safety knowledge, and effective teaching. The instructor will design lesson plans, apply adult learning principles, and provide timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent in years of service/experience as an active certified law enforcement officer.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Tennessee POST certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear, effective instruction on core law enforcement skills and legal requirements.
• Create and implement lesson plans aligned with academy standards.
• Serve as a model of discipline, integrity, and professionalism.
• Apply working knowledge of public safety, Tennessee Code Annotated, court procedures, and police operations.
• Use sound training methods and adult learning principles to enhance recruit development.
• Evaluate recruit performance and provide constructive, timely feedback. Maintain strong public speaking, classroom management, and technology skills.
• Exercise solid judgment, situational awareness, and adaptability in training environments.
• Communicate clearly in writing and speech. Manage multiple tasks and apply creative problem solving when needed.

Skills

Public speaking

Classroom management

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or equivalent

Job description

State of Tennessee is seeking a Law Enforcement Training Instructor in Nashville, TN, to deliver instruction and develop recruits for the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy (TLETA). This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and POST certification with at least five years of certified law enforcement experience.

The position emphasizes discipline, public safety knowledge, and effective teaching. The instructor will design lesson plans, apply adult learning principles, and provide timely