The City of Baxter is accepting applications for a Full-Time Police Officer for the Police Department . Duties and responsibilities include patrolling within Baxter City limits by vehicle and/or foot and enforcing laws and ordinances to ensure the safety of the public. He/she must be able to operate and maintain all enforcement equipment, write detailed reports, make arrests, and perform other miscellaneous assignments.

• A take home car will be provided if you live within the discussed mileage.
• Competitive employee benefits include fully paid health, dental, vision and short term disability for employees.
• Paid time off includes: Vacation and Personal Leave
• Paid holidays
• Uniforms provided
• Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS)
• Advanced training opportunities
• Quality vehicles and equipment
• Pay commensurate with experience.

Pay Range $17.00 - $20.00 per hour. Applications are available at Baxter City Hall 200 Main Street, Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm, or online at www.cityofbaxter.com. Position is open until filled. Copies of all qualifications should be attached to the application. Questions can be answered by contacting Chief Brandon Herren via email at baxterpolice@twlakes.net.

Qualifications:

Qualifications include but not limited to: Must be 21 years of age, Tennessee P.O.S.T Certified candidate, possess a valid driver's license and be a high school graduate or equivalent. Applicant must also successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical. EOE, TN Drug Free Work Place Expected hours: 43.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person