Days to be worked Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Months per year Fiscal (12 months)
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Job Type Full-Time
Campus Avon Williams / Main Campus
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Position Number 009190
Advertised Salary Commensurate with education and experience
Pay Basis Monthly
Job Description
Tennessee State University Police Department invites applications for the role of Police Commander.
Position Summary
Responsible for planning, supervising, and coordinating activities of a major section of the Police Department.
Essential Job Functions
Performs various administrative duties within the assigned command.
Plans, organizes, controls, and evaluates staff and resources assigned to the respective command/section.
Assists in the development of departmental policies and procedures.
Coordinates activities of the command and sections of the Police Department, governmental agencies, and other departments.
Develops and maintains effective systems of incident record keeping.
Interacts with campus and community organizations representing the Police Department on various committees.
Recommends comprehensive goals and objectives and is responsible for their implementation and results achieved.
Supervises various police department workers.
Assists the Deputy and/or Chief of Police in daily matters.
Attends meetings with Public officials and citizen groups to enlist the cooperation of the public within the university and to explain police functions.
Prepares and transmits communications, instructions, and policies to subordinates.
Administers personnel policies in force and makes recommendations for disciplinary action.
Organizes, coordinates, and directs all police functions within the assigned command.
Coordinates and prepares various studies and reports.
Performs additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.
Required Qualifications
At least one year in the rank of Captain or higher with experience in a higher education environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred; from an accredited university, however, extended experience will substitute.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
P.O.S.T. certified police officer.
Possess a valid TN state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Demonstrated effective knowledge of university police administration, modern police science, relevant governmental laws, and institutional policies.
Proven experience with law enforcement record management systems and the ability to use other computer systems and software programs.
Ability to effectively communicate with and respond to diverse audiences.
Minimum Qualifications
At least one year in the rank of Captain or higher, with experience in a higher education environment.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.
Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.
An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.
You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.
Open Date 07/16/2026
Close Date 07/31/2026
Job Category Administrative/Professional
Requisition Number
Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.
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Reference Letter
References
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Recommendation Deadline
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Higher Education
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