Police Recruit- PR 151

National Police; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

National Police seeks a Police Recruit to support public safety initiatives in Memphis. You will work under Memphis Police Academy staff to learn concepts and perform tasks that promote security and law enforcement.

The role emphasizes patrol duties, report writing, court testimony, and ongoing training, with an emphasis on safety, professional conduct, and adherence to federal, state, and local laws. A strong commitment to public service is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and twenty-four (24) semester hours from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university OR two (2) years work experience OR two (2) years military experience within five years from class start date.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas, enforce laws, write reports, provide public information, maintain records and evidence, and provide court testimony.
• Attend required training classes and meet mandatory training requirements.
• Learn and apply MPD Training Academy rules, regulations, and applicable laws.
• Execute basic criminal investigation principles for patrol-related activities.
• Use basic interview skills to obtain information from suspects, victims, and witnesses.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Salary: $57,937.10 – $57,937.10

Works under the supervision of Memphis Police Academy staff to grasp concepts and perform a wide range of tasks which promote public safety and security.

Essential Functions:

• Performs general enforcement of the laws including patrolling assigned areas, apprehending and controlling suspects, and controlling traffic, writing reports, providing public information, maintaining records and material evidence, and providing court testimony.
• Attends training classes as required and meets mandatory training requirements.
• Exercises and comprehends rules, regulations, and policies of the MPD Training Academy and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Executes basic criminal investigation principles, practices, and techniques for use in patrol-related activities.
• Exercises and uses basic interview skills to obtain information from suspects, victims, and witnesses.
• Learns to operate a patrol vehicle and uses appropriate weapons/equipment associated with law enforcement in a safe manner.
• Grasps and applies defensive tactic techniques in controlling and apprehending suspects.
• Applies minimal levels of force to control subjects in patrol-related situations to ensure the safety of the officer and of the general public.
• Recognizes controlled substances and how to request assistance in handling materials and paraphernalia.
• Learns to provide first-aid assistance to those in need during emergency situations.
• Demonstrates critical thinking to solve problems in patrol-related situations.
• Maintains tact and courtesy when interacting with various individuals and confidentiality when working with law-enforcement sensitive information.

Requirements:

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent and twenty-four (24) semester hours obtained from a regionally (e.g. MSCHE, NECCU, NCA, etc.) or nationally (e.g. DETC, COE, ACCSC, etc.) accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Accreditation. OR
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years work experience (full-time, part-time, or contract or any verifiable work experience) within five (5) years from class start date. OR
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years active or reserve military experience within five (5) years from class start date. AND
• Must be a citizen of the United States, OR a permanent legal resident of the United States who is an honorably discharged veteran of the United States armed forces; requires such an officer to apply for or obtain citizenship within six years of the employment start date.
• Must be at least 21 years of age upon completion of the Police Basic Training Program.
• Must not have been convicted of, or pled guilty (or enter a plea of Nolo Contendere) to any felony charges.
• Must not have been released or discharged under any other than honorable discharge from any of the armed forces of the United States. Honorable discharge waivers may be granted for the following separations, 1) entry level separation, or 2) general discharge under honorable conditions.
• Must successfully pass entry level requirements and testing (physical, written, background investigation, psychological and medical) for Police Recruit.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver license as a condition for continued employment.