Job Opportunities

Nashville International Airport 

Assistant Vice President (AVP), Public Safety, Chief of Police

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Public Safety is a highly experienced and strategic leader to serve as the Chief of Police for the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA). This role oversees all aspects of law enforcement, 49 CFR Part 1542 - Airport Security program, airport rescue and firefighting (ARFF), and emergency medical services at the Nashville International Airport. Other responsibilities include providing oversight to ensure compliance and sustained accreditation with the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). All applicants must apply through the job link here.

Officer (Airport Police)

Officer (Airport Police) is responsible for protecting the life and property of the general public within the Nashville International Airport's (BNA) jurisdiction by recognizing and reporting unsafe conditions, actions, or environmental hazards. Other responsibilities include operating Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles including firefighting mechanisms and performing vehicular and pedestrian traffic control. Read more here.

Chief of Police - Tellico Plains, TN

The Town of Tellico Plains has an opening for a well-qualified Police Chief.  Tellico Plains is looking for a strong self-starter with excellent leadership skills and interpersonal skills.  Tellico Plains is known as “The little Town with the Big Backyard”.  Tellico Plains is at the base of the Cherokee National Forest and is driven by tourism.  Tellico Plains is in Monroe County. Those interested in this position can get an application at: https://www.tellicoplainstn.com (under City Gov tab). Fill application out and send along with a resume, and cover letter highlighting relevant work experiences to mayor@tellicoplainstn.org. Deadline for Applications: Friday, June 21, 2024, at 5:00 pm.

City of Henry, TN

Police Chief - Deadline: May 29th, 2024 5:00 PM CST

The Henry Police Department seeks a team-oriented individual to join our agency as a chief of police. The position requires working with limited supervision and a community policing mindset. Click here for more details and how to apply.

POST Certified Police Officer

The Henry Police Department seeks a team-oriented individual to join our agency as a patrolman. The position requires working with limited supervision and a community policing mindset. Click here for more details and how to apply.

Chief of Police - Town of Nolensville, TN

A search is underway to attract a highly qualified forward-thinking candidate with leadership and management skills to serve as the next Chief of Police for the Town of Nolensville, Tennessee. The current Chief of Police is retiring in good standing after 46 years in law enforcement and seven years as Chief of Police of Nolensville, leaving a well-functioning and capable department. Nolensville’s next Chief of Police will be a skilled communicator who leads with the highest degree of integrity. The Chief will be a leader with an acumen for excellence and a desire for the advancement of the department and the Town as a whole. A strong collaborator who is open, honest, approachable, and receptive to feedback will be valued.

This employee is responsible for the planning, organizing, and directing of all activities of the Police Department. The employee is under the general supervision of the Town Manager. Instructions to the employee are general, and the employee must routinely use independent judgment when performing tasks. Accepted professional standards and standard operating procedures help guide the employees’ work. This employee may be required to discuss courses of action, policies, and procedures with the Board of Commissioners.

Qualified applicants shall submit a cover letter, resume, and completed employment application to the Town of Nolensville, Attn: Misti Dueñez, 7218 Nolensville Road, Nolensville, TN 37135 or email to mduenez@nolensvilletn.gov. We will be accepting applications from May 3, 2024 through June 7, 2024. Applications will not be accepted after June 7, 2024. Click here for more information.

Middle Tennessee State University Police Department

The Middle Tennessee State University Police Department is accepting applications for Police Officer positions. Applicants with no experience are encouraged to apply for the Police Officer 1 position. This entry level position will provide selected candidates with the skills and training to be a certified police officer in Tennessee.

Police Officer 1

Certified Police Officers with a minimum of two (2) years of experience are encouraged to apply for the Police Officer 2 position.

Police Officer 2

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: 

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty

13 paid University holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Retirement plans

Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans

Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Each of these job postings will be open until April 8, 2024.

West Tennessee Law Enforcement Coordinator, ROCIC

ROCIC announces an opening for the position of West Tennessee Law Enforcement Coordinator. ROCIC offers an excellent benefit package, including medical, vision and dental insurance, a 403(b) retirement program, and life and disability insurance. A vehicle will be provided for ROCIC travel. This is an exempt position. Deadline for application is close of business Friday, May 17, 2024. Click here for additional details on this opportunity. 

Department of Public Safety, University of Tennessee at Martin

The Department of Public Safety at the University of Tennessee at Martin is currently accepting applications for a Police Officer position. Salary commensurate with experience and education, minimum salary $20.02/HR for certified officers with no experience. UTM offers a generous benefit package including reduced tuition for officers and family. For further information or questions, email moneil18@utm.edu or call 731-881-7777.

Apply online here.

City of Roanoke, VA, Deputy Chief of Police

The City of Roanoke is seeking a Deputy Police Chief to direct and coordinate the protective service and administrative tasks for the Operations or Services divisions of the Police Department. Click here for their brochure, and click here for the job link,

Deputy Chief of Professional Standards, Knoxville PD

The City of Knoxville is seeking an experienced and qualified individual to join the executive leadership team of the Knoxville Police Department as the Deputy Chief of Professional Standards.

The Deputy Chief of Professional Standards position is appointed by the Chief of Police. In that role, the Deputy Chief of Professional Standards oversees the Professional Standards Bureau of the Knoxville Police Department. In addition to overseeing all internal investigations, the Deputy Chief of Professional Standards is responsible for assessing the department’s training, policies, and practices to ensure that the organization operates in line with 21st century best practices.

To see the full job description, visit: Deputy Chief of Professional Standards Bureau Job Description

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to kpdresumes@knoxvilletn.gov.

Tennessee Board of Regents

Click here for current open positions with the TN Board of Regents.

Police Officer - University of Tennessee Knoxville PD

Currently hiring for sworn-in police officer. Click here for position description, or visit https://safety.utk.edu/police/about/employment/ for more information.

Metro Nashville Police Department has Several Openings:

Current police officers with two or more years of uninterrupted full time law enforcement experience, having obtained certification as a law enforcement officer through a State Police Standard and Training Commission, are invited to apply for Police Officer 2-Lateral and Police Officer 2-Lateral SRO at the following links:

Police Officer 2-Lateral

Police Officer 2-Lateral SRO

Additionally, there are openings for Police Officer Trainee that attends and completes an in-service and field training program in police science. Click here for more information.