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Police Officer II - 27th Lateral Class
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least two (2) years as a full-time, certified (P.O.S.T. commissioned) active law enforcement officer & currently employed as a paid, sworn officer, with a verifiable and favorable work record within a Commissioned Law Enforcement Agency that employs twenty (20) or more paid, full-time officers
AND
- Must not have been convicted of or pled guilty (or enter a plea of Nolo Contendere) to any felony charges.
- Must be at least 21 years of age upon completion of the Police Basic Training Program.
- Must successfully pass entry level requirements and testing (physical, written, background investigation, psychological and medical) for Police Recruit.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver license as a condition for continued employment.
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the exception of "first responders", must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee Senate Bill No. 29, "first responder" means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel.
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.
