06/04/2026
The Chapel Hill Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of: PATROL OFFICER. Application deadline is Monday July 06, 2026 at 9 AM.
The Town of Chapel Hill is seeking professional candidates for the position of Patrol Officer. The Patrol Officer is responsible for protecting life and property, deterring criminal activity within the community, enforcing all town ordinances, laws and regulations of the State, responding to the needs of the general public and preserving the peace and fostering positive relations with the citizens and community.
The candidate must have:
•Minimum 21 years of age;
•High School Diploma / GED; preferably a BA or Associates in Criminal Justice
•Valid Tennessee Driver’s License or equivalent in state of residence is needed prior to employment;
•Applicants must pass background and driver history check; medical and physical exams, psychological/personality exam, as determined by a town designated psychologist and drug screen.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to: traffic enforcement, Town Ordinances and State laws enforcement, prompt response to service calls and investigation of crimes. The ideal candidate must be able to become Tennessee P.O.S.T. certified, within one year. Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the person with the knowledge and abilities required to perform the job may substitute for the above education requirements.
The Town offers a competitive entry level wage based on certifications, education and experience. The town offers a comprehensive benefit package and a take home vehicle.
Applications with copies of current certification(s) and ALL required documentation can be submitted:
1)In person between the hours of 8:00 and 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday at Chapel Hill Police Department, 119 North Horton Pkwy, Chapel Hill, TN 37034
2)Mailed directly to Chapel Hill Police Department, ATTN: Administrative Assistant, PO Box 157., Chapel Hill, TN 37034
3)Faxed to: 931-364-5696.
4)Emailed to: [email protected]
For an application, go to https://www.townofchapelhilltn.gov/police.html or call (931) 364-4136.
It is the policy of the Town of Chapel Hill not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, s*x, or disability pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Public Law 93-112 and 101-336 in its hiring, employment practices, and programs. See less
