Why Should I Become a Brentwood Police Officer?

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1. Brentwood Police Officers are among the highest paid officers in Tennessee. Recruits earn $64,032 a year, but that number goes up to $68,628 a year for newly hired certified officers. You’ll also receive a 5% raise after 12 months ($67,089). This annual pay includes a $2,400 transportation stipend and a $480 communication allowance. Officers with a four-year college degree earn an additional $1,200.
2. Flexible tattoo policy. Did our policy on tattoos keep you from applying to Brentwood in the past? In August 2023, we adopted a flexible policy that is more open to tattoos. Contact us at 615-371-0160 to talk with us about your tattoo.
3. Our Culture. At Brentwood, we’re looking for officers with a “servant’s heart.” When you join our department, you’re more than a colleague – you’re a part of our family. Just ask one of our newest officers, Wesley Carpenter: “Brentwood Police has everything I was looking for when applying for a position in law enforcement. The command staff, supervisors, and officers are willing to help me learn and want me to succeed. The salary, benefits, and incentives show how much the city cares for us, which is vital for not only bringing in new officers, but taking care of all the officers who are already here. I feel right at home.”
4. No other city will support you like Brentwood. Check out our new police headquarters’ building. When it opened in 2021, it represented the largest capital project in the city’s history. We drive the best patrol cars and get the best equipment because our community supports us like no other. “This building is nicer than any police facility I’ve ever seen,” Officer Derick Dragon said. When our officers aren’t getting high-fives from the community, they’re receiving accolades from our elected officials. In Brentwood, we have the tools to make sure you’ll succeed, and be fulfilled, in your career.

We also offer:

• Paid Vacation (12-18 days annually)
• 10-hour shifts with fixed 3 days off
• Paid Sick Days 
• Educational Pay Supplements
• Tuition Reimbursements
• Nine Paid Holidays Per Year
• Health Insurance (No cost to employee, the City pays 50% of Family Coverage)
• Life Insurance (No cost to employee)
• Enhanced State Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Supplemental Retirement (matching funds)
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Reimbursement Plan 
• Short Term / Long Term Disability
• No-cost YMCA Membership
• Up to a 10% increase in starting pay for certified police officers
• Shift Differential Pay
• $200 per month Vehicle Supplement 
• All officers are fully equipped at no expense to the officer.

 A LITTLE BIT ABOUT US

The City of Brentwood is located in Williamson County, Tennessee on the southern boundary of Metropolitan Nashville. We are a professional and progressive law enforcement agency committed to providing excellent service to the citizens and visitors of Brentwood. The Department is comprised of more than 70 sworn officers and over 20 civilian staff.   Three divisions make up the department: Field Operations, Criminal Investigations, and Technical/Support Services. The Brentwood Police Department is proud to have been an Internationally Accredited Law Enforcement Agency since 1989 and strives to maintain the high standards of CALEA in all areas of our department.

The Brentwood Police Department hires only the most qualified applicants, thus the testing and selection process is very competitive. If you are up to the challenge of working for one of the nation's finest law enforcement agencies, we encourage you to apply today!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have completed:
  • 60 semester hours of college credit from a regionally accredited college or university, or 
  • 30 semester hours of credit from a regionally accredited college or university and 2 years experience as a certified police officer or two years active-duty military
• Must be 21 years of age before hire date 
• Must be U.S. Citizen
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Tennessee driver's license 
• Must not have any tattoos visible in a traditional long sleeve police uniform
• Requires Police Officer certification by the State of Tennessee within a reasonable period of time

APPLICANT TESTING

Applicants must successfully complete the following: 

• Physical Fitness Test
• Oral Interviews (Two interview panels)
• Police Chief’s Interview
• Polygraph Examination
• Thorough Background Investigation
• Psychological Evaluation
• Medical Physical Examination

BASIC TRAINING

• Must attend academy training at the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy (if not previously certified)
• Previously certified officers from out of state must attend three week Tennessee Transition Academy at TLETA.
• Academy graduates  must then complete a twenty (20) week Field Training Program. Previously certified officers may be eligible for an abbreviated FTO program.
• Upon completion of the FTO program, the officer will be assigned to a shift in the Field Operations Division.
• The Brentwood Police Department places significant emphasis on training and education and makes specialized courses available to all officers.

The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and accepts applications for Police Officer on a continuous basis.