Temporary - Police Officer (Pool)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Tennessee Board of Regents is seeking candidates for a Temporary - Police Officer (Pool) to patrol campus grounds, deter crime, and protect people and property. This role requires handling emergencies, conducting investigations, and testifying in court as needed.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or GED, be Tennessee Post certified or able to obtain certification upon hire, and possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Tennessee Post certification or ability to obtain certification immediately on hire.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass a psychological and medical examination.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned campus area by foot, bike, or vehicle.
• Investigates suspected crimes, reports findings, and makes arrests.
• Testifies in court and documents incidents and arrests.
• Maintains records and prepares reports of offenses, arrests, and incidents.
• Provides safety outreach and responds to emergency calls as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Self-control

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

Title: Temporary - Police Officer (Pool)

Position Summary

Under general supervision, performs a variety of police duties such as patrolling the assigned area(s) to detect/deter crime and arrest violators to ensure security and safety people and property.

Essential Job Functions / Job Duties and Responsibilities

Patrols the campus by foot, bicycle, or motor vehicle. Investigates suspected crimes, report findings, and arrest suspected individuals. Testifies in a court of legal proceedings. Investigates accidents involving persons or property, report probable cause of accidents, pursue an appropriate course of action, and ensure that all incidents and arrest activities are properly documented. Proficiently operates law enforcement equipment (including lethal and non-lethal weapons necessary in the performance of required duties). Keeps records and prepares reports (offense, arrest, fire system, emergency phones, alarm systems, and mechanical equipment). Provides escorts and/or makes bank deposits or special mail deliveries. Ensures traffic control and enforcement. Checks doors and locks and responds to lockouts. Identifies potential security-related conditions and takes the lead in problem-solving through partnerships to develop prevention strategies. Provides safety, crime prevention, and community policing information to contacts over the course of patrol duties. First responder for all emergency calls to include but not be limited to the following: alarms (fire, panic, holdup), hazardous material spills and leaks, traffic crashes, criminal activity in progress, assistance for injured/sick, and crimes in progress. May conduct photographing; conduct photo lineups and additional investigative duties as necessary. Develops rapport with the community. Performs field stops and interviews. May represent the department at college meetings or functions.

Required Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED

Current Tennessee Post certification or ability to obtain certification immediately upon hire

Valid driver’s license

Ability to pass a psychological examination and a medical examination

Preferred Qualifications

An Associate’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement or related field

Prior law enforcement experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Good customer service skills. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population. Demonstrated self-restraint in challenging and/or difficult situations. Demonstrated problem-solving skills.

Rate of Pay

$30.00 per hour

Work Hours

Up to 28 hours per week and may include days, evenings and weekends

Special Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

Availability/Closing Date

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for temporary pool positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Postings close annually on October 31st. Interested applicants who wish to maintain an active application within the system must re-apply each year.

Advertised

01 Nov 2025 Central Daylight Time

Applications close

31 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time