Police Officer 2-Lateral SRO

Metro Nashville; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in law enforcement is seeking dedicated Police Officers for its School Resource Officer Program. This role involves working closely with Nashville's elementary schools to ensure a safe learning environment. Candidates should have at least two years of full-time law enforcement experience and a valid P.O.S.T. certification. The position offers a competitive salary range, with opportunities for educational incentives and specialized training. If you're passionate about community safety and youth engagement, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students and their families.

Benefits

Education Incentives

Flexible Scheduling

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years as a full-time certified law enforcement officer required.
• Must possess a valid driver license and be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

Responsibilities

• Complete training in criminal law, firearms, and first aid.
• Engage in community safety and security strategies.

Skills

Criminal Law

Firearms Training

First Aid

Conflict Resolution

Public Speaking

Traffic Law Enforcement

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

P.O.S.T. Certification

Job 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. This posting is to specifically accept lateral applications for our School Resource Officer Program, with 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.

Salary Range:

• Step 3: $73,024.54 to Step 10: $89,810.96 without education incentive
• Step 3: $75,215.27 to Step 10: $92,505.29 with Associate’s degree
• Step 3: $77,406.01 to Step 10: $95,199.62 with Bachelor’s 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.