POST Certified Police Officer

The Oak Ridge Police Department maintains an open hiring process for POST certified police officers, including both Tennessee and out-of-state certifications. Non-certified individuals are not eligible for these openings and must apply during the non-certified application process which is posted at

If you are a POST certified police officer, you may email Lieutenant R. Heinz (

The State of Tennessee POST maintains the following requirements for any POST certified applicant with a break in service:

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Additional requirements for the POST police officer position:

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. Out-of-state POST certifications will be considered. Candidates must obtain Tennessee Certification within six (6) months from date of hire.

7. Must possess a valid State of Tennessee Driver’s license.

8. 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.

9. Must pass a post offer pre-employment physical and functional ability exam. Failure to pass these will result in revocation of the employment offer.

10. Tattoos on the face and neck are strictly prohibited.

All interested eligible parties are encouraged to participate.