Police Officer-Corporal

Tennessee State University; Nashville (TN); Presencial; USD 54.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Tennessee State University is seeking a Police Officer-Corporal to supervise and mentor Police Officer Trainees within the TSU Police Dept. The role enforces state and local laws, conducts patrols, and handles incident reporting in a responsible, professional manner.

Duties include evaluating performance, resolving conflicts, and ensuring proper use of force and safety protocols. A strong background in law enforcement and POST certification is required, along with a Class D license.

Formación

• Six months to one year of experience as a Police Officer 1.
• Must meet POST certification requirements and active law enforcement status.
• Valid Class D driver's license and police certifications required.

Responsabilidades

• Supervises and trains Police Officers 1 or Trainees.
• Enforces state and local laws and traffic regulations.
• Writes reports and conducts administrative duties.
• Patrols assigned districts and observes signs of suspicious activity.
• Responds to calls, assists injured persons, and reviews use of force for compliance.

Conocimientos

Decision making

Communication

Conflict management

Emergency vehicle operation

Report writing

Educación

60 semester hours

High school diploma or equivalent

Field Training certification

POST certification

Descripción del empleo

Thank you for selecting
Tennessee State University
as your Employer of Choice

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post‑secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Police Officer-Corporal

Division

Division VP and Chief Operating Officer

Department

Department TSU Police Dept

Number of hours per week

Number of hours per week 40

Days to be worked

Months per year

Months per year Fiscal (12 months)

If modified, list months

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Campus

If other location, please indicate

Position Number

Position Number 080350

Advertised Salary

Advertised Salary $54,100- $62,215

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

Job Description

In addition to duties of a Police Officer, supervises and oversees training of Police Officer Trainees or Police Officers 1 in an assigned district, and enforces state and local laws and traffic regulations.

• Assigns and reviews work.
• Evaluates officers’ performance.
• Counsels with and corrects officers as needed.
• Patrols area to observe signs of suspicious activities.
• Backs‑up officers responding to calls.
• Resolves conflicts between officers and the public.
• Responds to domestic calls.
• Assists injured persons at accident or crime scenes.
• Regulates vehicular pursuits to determine continuation and critiques incidents.
• Interprets legal issues for officers.
• Evaluates the patrol patterns and activities of officers for proper utilization and time allocation.
• Investigates officers’ actions or activities.
• Reviews the use of force to ensure appropriateness.
• Analyzes policy or procedure violations.
• Investigates complaints made concerning officers.
• Performs administrative duties.
• Writes various reports.
• Explains policies, procedures, or laws to officers or the public.
• Maintains proficiency with approved departmental firearms.
• Completes in‑service and special training programs as needed.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• Supervises and trains Police Officers 1 or Police Officer Trainees.
• Receives general supervision and reports to a Police Sergeant or another senior officer, who evaluates daily activities and is consulted on unusual or complex matters.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
• Knowledge of departmental rules, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of crime prevention and law enforcement policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of patrol tactics and strategy.
• Knowledge of police codes and radio transmission procedures.
• Knowledge of courtroom procedures and the procedures used in searching, booking, fingerprinting, and transporting prisoners.
• Knowledge of Civil Service rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Problem Solving and Decision‑Making process.
• Knowledge of correct English, grammar, and spelling.

Skill in driving a vehicle in emergency situations.

Ability to read and understand laws, regulations, police literature, departmental rules, policies, and procedures.

• Ability to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action.
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations and manage conflicts effectively.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to effectively communicate with university students, faculty and staff.

• Ability to write clear and accurate reports.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles safely.
• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• Ability to work well with the public.
• Ability to use firearms correctly.
• Ability to remember names, faces, and details of incidents and make keen observations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to enforce policies and procedures of the University.

Minimum Qualifications

Served in the capacity of a Police Officer 1 for a period of six months to a year.

At least sixty (60) semester hours of course work from an accredited college or university with an overall Grade Point Average of 2.0 (“C” Average) or above

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one of the following:
• Must successfully complete Field Training certification course within a specified time frame.
• Also required to successfully complete a P.O.S.T. certified police training from an accredited college, university or law enforcement academy.
• Active law enforcement status. Active law enforcement officer means a permanent, full‑time, uniformed law enforcement officer functioning in a patrol capacity, determined from documentation or certification submitted to the Police Department.

LICENSES REQUIRED

• Valid “Class D” Driver’s License
• Police Commission and P.O.S.T. Certification
• Field Training Officer’s Certification

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post‑secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Open Date

Open Date 11/05/2026

Job Category

Job Category Technical

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

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