CRIME INFORMATION

Vanderbilt Police Department is an equal opportunity employer. It is the goal of the Vanderbilt Police Department to attract well-qualified and diverse candidates to serve a very diverse community. We are seeking diversified and qualified candidates for the position of police officer both certified and entry level.



Employment Standards

1. Applicants must be 21 years of age
2. Must be a US Citizen
3. Must have a GED or High School Diploma
4. Not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge or any violation of any Federal or State Laws, or City Ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor, or controlled substances.
5. Must have a valid driver license
6. Your driving record will be considered part of the background investigation for this position.
7. Honorable discharge from Military Service, DD-214 (if applicable).
8. Meet standards set by the Tennessee Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission and adopted by the Tennessee General Assembly on June 24, 1983, T.C.A. 38-8-106.
9. Pass a Medical Examination
10. Pass a pre-employment Drug Test
11. Pass a thorough Background Investigation   

Selection Process

1. Complete and pass a written exam
2. Pass a Thorough Background Investigation
3. Interviews
4. Pass a thorough Medical Examination
5. Pass a Psychological Examination
6. Complete the Police Training Academy
7. Complete a Field Training Program

Vanderbilt provides

• Basic Police School and On-the-Job Training
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Leave
• Four Health Care Plans
• Vision and Dental Care Plans
• Free Disability and Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• On Site Wellness Program
• Tuition Benefits for You and Your Dependent Children
• Uniforms

FAQ

Police Training:  The Vanderbilt Police Department sends recruits to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Academy. This academy is a 22 week training academy.

What to expect at the Police Academy:
http://www.police.nashville.org/get_involved/employment/trainee_fitwell_program_summary.htm

Prior to the Start of the Academy
The Training Academy Staff strongly suggests that each trainee arrive at the academy in good physical condition. In order to meet the daily demands of physical training, the Trainee Operations Staff suggest at a minimum each trainee should be able to complete the following upon entry into the Metropolitan Police Training Academy:

• 30 push-ups
• 40 sit-ups
• 2 miles in 18 minutes

Although trainees are only required to run a mile and half on the test, this in no way should suggest that is the longest distance we will run as a group. Physical Fitness is a critical component for Law Enforcement Officers and one way to prepare for the high demands of the Metropolitan Police Training Academy is to arrive in peak physical condition.
The MNPD Training Academy requires that upon entry into the police-training program, each trainee be required participate in the physical fitness and wellness program. The standards include:

1. Participation: All trainees are required participate in all aspects of physical training. This is measured by instructor observation and by the physical fitness tests.
2. Fitness Test 1: All trainees are required to complete all aspects of the test.
3. Fitness Test 2: All trainees are required complete all aspects of the test and to demonstrate improvement in each area.
4. Final Fitness Test: All trainees are required to complete all aspects of the test and should demonstrate improvement in each area. In addition, the trainee must score a minimum of 10 points on each of the five Physical Fitness Test Battery (PFTB) tests. Performance below the level required for 10 points in any event is substandard and results in failure of the PFTB and dismissal from the program.

In compliance with federal law, including the provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Vanderbilt University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in its administration of educational policies, programs, or activities; its admissions policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other University-administered programs; or employment. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to the Opportunity Development Officer, Baker Building, Box 1809 Station B, Nashville, Tennessee 37235. Telephone (615) 322-4705 (V/TDD); fax (615) 421-6871.