Police Officer - All Experience Levels
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Job Description
We are hiring!!
POST Certified Police Officer:$68000/annually
Entry Level Officers: $65000/annually
Shift Differential
2p9p 7 added to salary
9p7a 10 added to salary
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For More City of Franklin Police Department Information: our written test online!
Please read and complete all the steps below to be considered for this upcoming testing period.
Step 1: Fully complete the City of Franklin application. Attach all relevant documents including any POST certification that you have received.
Step 2: Once you have completed the application email to receive a testing voucher to ensure your test is free!
Step 3: Once you have received a testing voucher click HERE to register and take our written exam!
WRITTEN EXAMINATION: Applicants will take the LAW ENFORCEMENT exam administered electronically by the National Testing Network (NTN). The final day to take the test will be MAY 16TH 2025 at 5:00 PM CTto be considered for the upcoming testing period.
Once you have passed our written exam you will receive an email invitation with more details to attend our physical agility test which will take place on Thursday May 22nd.
Interviews:
Interviews will be scheduled immediately after passing the physical agility test. Candidates who are out of state/out of town will receive scheduling priority. Depending on the number of candidates interviews may be scheduled the following day on Friday May 23rd.
Physical agility practice date:
Candidates are invited to practice our physical agility test (obstacle course) prior to testing. Candidates interested in attending should report to the main lobby of the police headquarters at 900 Columbia Ave. Franklin TN 37064 on Monday May 12th at 9:00 AM.
Practice testing for the written exam can be found at this link:
& Perks
testing period is to create a certification list with an anticipated start date in July.
Please call the City of Franklin Human ResourcesDepartmentat
with any questions.
Purpose of Job
Under limited supervision patrols assigned zone while exercising responsibility for the enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety and welfare. Controls traffic prevents crime or disturbances of the peace and arrests violators. While working under often stressful highrisk conditions applies good independent judgment when dealing with dangerous or unusual situations and implements safe practices and procedures. Reports to the Patrol Sergeant Patrol Lieutenant or acting supervisor.
Essential Job Duties
A. Performs policing duties
- Patrols an assigned district in a patrol car bicycle or on foot to observe assigned area for possible criminal activity or other conditions that could endanger public safety; investigates complaints and enforces laws; maintains high visibility.
- Responds to requests for assistance by or complaints from the public via the dispatcher.
- Identifies investigates and reports accidents dangerous or defective streets sidewalks traffic lights or other hazardous conditions to the appropriate departments or agencies.
- Investigates crimes interviews witnesses complainants and victims; gathers physical evidence and preserves such evidence for court use; conducts follow up investigations if necessary.
- Apprehends arrests and detains criminal suspects and law violators when necessary; follows proper procedures when making arrests to ensure the safety of arresting officer the public and the suspect.
- Enforces all applicable laws of the State of Tennessee and the City of Franklin; notes suspicious persons and establishments and reports to superior officer.
- Maintains responsibility for the upkeep of patrol car and any related equipment that is the property of the City of Franklin.
- Assumes control at traffic accidents to maintain smooth traffic flow assists traffic accident victims and investigates causes of accidents.
- Completes paperwork related to policing duties.
III. Other Job Duties
Performs other job duties as assigned including:
- Provides backup and security for Fire Department/EMS personnel when needed keeping bystanders out of danger safeguarding property and rendering first aid in emergencies.
- Maintains weapons and equipment
- Attends required periodic training sessions and seminars.
- Performs special projects as directed.
IV. Primary Job Challenges
Primary challenges of this position include working in a high stress environment.
V. Equipment Operated
Standard policing equipment
VI. Key Competencies Required
- Job Content Knowledge:
Has thorough knowledge of the policies procedure and activities of the City and law enforcement practices as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Police Officer. Has thorough knowledge of law enforcement and standard police practices as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities. Has thorough knowledge of current criminal including laws of arrest rules of evidence and courtroom procedures Has thorough knowledge regarding modern criminal investigation techniques principles and methods and how they relate to law enforcement and police work. Knows how to keep abreast of any changes in policy methods computer operations equipment needs etc. as they pertain to departmental operations and activities. Is able to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors and all other groups involved in the activities of the department. Is able to use independent judgment as situations warrant. Has comprehensive knowledge of the terminology principles and methods utilized within the department.
- Language Skills:
Ability to read analyze and interpret general business periodicals professional journals technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors and the public.
- Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
- Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. In decision making some choices are known while others may need to be identified. Some reliance on precedent. Ability to interpret a variety of complex instructions furnished in writtenoral diagram or schedule form.
- Teamwork:
Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.Encourages others to express their ideas and opinions. Provides input into identifying and solving problems. Anticipates need of others for information about job tasks and work environment and provides it to them in a timely manner. Willingly assists others with job tasks when appropriate.
VII. Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands:Performance of the essential duties of this job requires the incumbent to:
- Frequently stand.
- Frequently walk.
- Frequently sit.
- Regularly usehandstofingerhandleorfeel.
- Regularly reachwithhandsandarms.
- Occasionally climborbalance.
- Occasionally stoopkneelcrouchorcrawl.
- Regularly talkorhear.
- Occasionally tasteorsmell.
- Regularly lift upto10pounds.
- Frequently lift upto25pounds.
- Occasionally lift morethan100pounds.
Work Environment:Performance of the essential duties of this job requires:
- Occasional exposure to fumesorairborneparticles
- Occasional exposure to toxicorcausticchemicals
- Regular exposure to outdoorweatherconditions
- Occasional workwithexplosives.
Qualifications
Required Certifications/Licenses:
- At least twentyone years of age
- Valid Tennessee drivers license
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
