Hiring Requirements

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United States Citizen
Must be 21 years of age at time of application
High school graduate or GED
Have no convictions of a felony criminal violation*
Must be of good moral character
Possess a valid drivers license from State of Tennessee at date of hire
Have an Honorable discharge from the military (if applicable)
Must submit to an in-depth background investigation
Have uncorrected vision at least 20/100 & correctable to 20/30 & free from color blindness
Must submit to and pass a psychological evaluation
Must be certifiable under Minimum Standards Law (TCA 38-8-106)

* Must not have been convicted of Domestic Assault if applying for any position

The Baxter Police Department's Applicant Process consist of the following evaluations:

An in-depth background investigation
Must pass mandatory drug screening and physical
Structured oral interview before the Police Hiring Board

Applicant scores will be compiled from the above evaluations which will comprise an eligibility list that will be in descending order from highest to lowest passing scores.

Training

Newly sworn officers will be on probation for ninety (90) days. The State of Tennessee and the Baxter Police Department provide all the necessary training to those candidates who qualify for employment to the department. Included in the training will be an ten week basic law enforcement course at the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy in Nashville, Tennessee. The Baxter Police Department continues to train and educate officers throughout their careers. The department sends officers for advanced and/or specialized training.

Salary & Benefits

Certified Probationary Officer - $10.50/hr starting, $11.50/hr after probation
All uniforms furnished
Health and life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid overtime
Compensatory time accrual
8 paid holidays