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Police Recruit (Basic - PR132)
- An Associate degree or fifty-four (54) semester hours obtained from a regionally accredited college or university, recognized by the U. S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. (e.g. MSCHE, NECCU, NCA)
- A minimum of an Associates degree, majoring in criminal justice, from a nationally accredited college or university; recognized by the U. S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. (e.g. DETC, COE, ACCSC)
- Five (5) years of full-time responsible, verifiable work experience and a High School Diploma or education equivalency. (Special Requirements: Applicants who qualify under this stipulation must obtain an Associate's degree from a regionally accredited college/university within four (4) years of date of employment.)
- Two (2) years of cumulative active military service with a honorable discharge, stipulated on DD214 form (member 4 copy) and high school diploma or GED.
- Five (5) years of reserve military service or national guard as stipulated on DD Forms 256 and/or 214 and a high school diploma or GED.
- Be a citizen of the United States, OR a permanent legal resident of the United States who is an honorably discharged veteran of the United States armed forces; requires such an officer to apply for or obtain citizenship within six years of the employment start date.
- 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.
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.