Top 12 Police Jobs in Knoxville, Tn

Police Officer Trainee
City of Oak Ridge TN —Oak Ridge, TN
- Full-time
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
14d
Police Officer
CITY OF PIGEON FORGE —Pigeon Forge, TN
- Background check
- Psychiatry
- No experience needed
6d
Police Officer - UT Police Department - UTK
University of Tennessee - Knoxville —Knoxville, TN
- $28.66 - $30.16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 7 years
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Life insurance
7d
Police Officer - UT Police Department - UTK
University of Tennessee Health Science Center —Knoxville, TN
- $28.66 - $30.16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 7 years
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Life insurance
7d
KNOX COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE- MEDICAL ASSISTANT - MUST POSSESS CMA, CNA, EMT, OR PHARMACY TECH CERT
Knox County Government —Knox County, TN
- From $21.40 an hour
- English
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Police Officer
Pellissippi State Community College —Knoxville, TN
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Psychiatry
- Writing skills
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
KNOX COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE- SUPPORT SERVICES TECHNICIAN I
Knox County Government —Knox County, TN
- $16.49 an hour
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
- English
Police Communications Officer - UT Police Department - UTK
University of Tennessee - Knoxville —Knoxville, TN
- $20.84 an hour
- Online Application
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Typing
Police Cadet
City of Knoxville, TN —Knoxville, TN
- $33,369 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Police Communications Officer - UT Police Department - UTK
University of Tennessee Health Science Center —Knoxville, TN
- $20.84 an hour
- Online Application
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Typing
KNOX COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE - PROPERTY OFFICER
Knox County Government —Knox County, TN
- $16.35 an hour
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
KNOX COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE - ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER
Knox County Government —Knox County, TN
- $16.61 an hour
- Computer literacy
- English
- High school diploma or GED

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City of Oak Ridge TN —Oak Ridge, TN
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Possession of a valid Tennessee driver’s license and the ability to be insured at standard vehicle liability rates. Must be at least 21 years of age.
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Police Officer Trainee

City of Oak Ridge TN
Oak Ridge, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
14 days ago

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Law enforcement

Full Job Description

Department

Police Department

Location

Oak Ridge Police Department

Salary

Open Date

08/10/2026

Close Date

09/25/2026

Description

The City of Oak Ridge is currently beginning its recruitment activities for the position of Police Officer trainee.

Please carefully read this document to learn how this process will work.
Mandatory Qualifications:

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

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.
Must have at least one (1) of the following:

Two years of continuous, progressive full-time employment with an emphasis on increased responsibilities; or

Two years’ service as a full-time, sworn law enforcement officer/corrections officer; or

Two years full-time military service with an honorable discharge; or

Associate’s Degree or 60 credit hours of college level courses.

7.
Must become Certified Police Officer (POST) in the state of Tennessee within the timeframes specified by the City.

8.
Out-of-state POST certifications will be considered. Candidates must obtain Tennessee Certification within six (6) months from date of hire.

9.
Must possess a valid State of Tennessee Driver’s license.

10
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.

11.
Must pass a post offer pre-employment physical and functional ability exam. Failure to pass these will result in revocation of the employment offer.

12.
Tattoos on the face and neck are strictly prohibited.

Applicants meeting ALL of the mandatory qualifications above will be invited to participate in a Police Officer Assessment Center and will receive an invitation by email the week after the position closes. As part of the Assessment Center, participants will be required to run 1 ½ mile (timed), complete a 300 yard sprint (timed), and do 20 pushups and 20 sit-ups.

Other future selection steps for some applicants may include an oral interview, a psychological evaluation, background investigation, drug screening, and medical evaluation.

Individuals interested in submitting for this position must complete an application/resume online by
5:00 p.m., Friday, September 25, 2026.

Exempt : No

Type : FT Employee

Department : Police Department

Location : DEFAULT

https://www.oakridgetn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1923/Police-Officer-Trainee-PDF

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The City of Oak Ridge is currently beginning its recruitment activities for the position of Police Officer trainee.

Please carefully read this document to learn how this process will work. Mandatory Qualifications:

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

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. Must have at least one (1) of the following: