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What is the role of a Police Officer Trainee at City of Oak Ridge TN?

The Police Officer Trainee position at City of Oak Ridge TN is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the relevant field.

Where is this Police Officer Trainee job located?

Oak Ridge, Tennessee, 37830, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Police Officer Trainee role?

Full-time or part-time position

What industry does this Police Officer Trainee position belong to?

This role spans multiple industries.

What is the expected salary for this Police Officer Trainee job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

Police Officer Trainee job near me in Oak Ridge, Tennessee at City of Oak Ridge TN

The City of Oak Ridge is currently beginning its recruitment activities for the position of Police Officer Trainee. Please carefully read this document to learn how this process will work.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Be a United States citizen 2. Be at least 21 years of age 3. Possess excellent moral character for carrying out law enforcement duties 4. Be free of a criminal conviction record 5. High School diploma/equivalent. 6. Must have at least one (1) of the following:

Two years of continuous, progressive full-time employment with an emphasis on increased responsibilities; or

Two years’ service as a full-time, sworn law enforcement officer/corrections officer; or

Two years full-time military service with an honorable discharge; or

Associate’s Degree or 60 credit hours of college level courses.

7. Must become Certified Police Officer (POST) in the state of Tennessee within the timeframes specified by the City. 8. Out-of-state POST certifications will be considered. Candidates must obtain Tennessee Certification within six (6) months from date of hire. 9. Must possess a valid State of Tennessee Driver’s license. 10. Must successfully pass Pre-employment and Post-Offer Testing, including a background investigation, drug screen and psychological examination. Failure to pass these will result in revocation of the employment offer. 11. Must pass a post offer pre-employment physical and functional ability exam. Failure to pass these will result in revocation of the employment offer. 12. Tattoos on the face and neck are strictly prohibited.

Applicants meeting ALL of the mandatory qualifications above will be invited to participate in a Police Officer Assessment Center and will receive an invitation by email the week after the position closes. As part of the

Assessment Center, participants will be required to run 1 ½ mile (timed), complete a 300 yard sprint (timed), and do 20 pushups and 20 sit-ups.

Other future selection steps for some applicants may include an oral interview, a psychological evaluation, background investigation, drug screening, and medical evaluation. Individuals interested in submitting for this position must complete an application/resume online by
5:00 p.m., Friday, September 25, 2026.

Exempt : No

Type : FT Employee

Department : Police Department

Location : DEFAULT

https://www.oakridgetn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1923/Police-Officer-Trainee-PDF

Police Officer Trainee in Oak Ridge, Tennessee at City of Oak Ridge TN

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