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Office Support Specialist 2 - Police

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Office Support Specialist 2 - Police

Salary

$48,115.96 Annually

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Civil Service

Job Number

25201E

Department

Metro Nashville Police Department

Opening Date

04/25/2025

Closing Date

5/1/2025 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

The Office Support Specialist 2 is a full time, Civil Service position in the Metro Nashville Police Department. The position is within the Background and Recruitment Division and performs professional support services. The incumbent assists in duties related to police officer background investigations and recruitment. The primary responsibility of this position is to conduct thorough social media inquiries on police officer applicants to ensure suitability for employment. The successful candidate will also assist with civil service testing, greet and guide applicants during in-person appointments, and provide additional administrative support throughout the background investigation and recruitment process.

The Metro Nashville Police Department is a 24/7/365 operation. Whether you are a sworn or civilian employee, you will be responsible for the general welfare of the citizens of Nashville and Davidson County. You will be responsible for ensuring optimum communications both within Metro and between Metro and the general public. If this environment sounds appealing and exciting, you may want to consider a job with Metro Nashville Police Department.

*****Must pass extensive MNPD Background Check.

Typical Duties

+ Conducts detailed reviews of applicant social media activity across multiple platforms in support of background investigations.

+ Documents and reports findings in a clear and professional manner for use in background investigations and recruitment processes.

+ Assists with preparation and administration of civil service testing materials as part of the recruitment process.

+ Greets applicants appearing for appointments and provides direction or assistance.

+ Schedules appointments and maintains tracking logs for background investigations and recruitment events.

+ Organizes and files sensitive applicant documentation securely for both background and recruitment files.

+ Performs data entry and maintains background investigation and recruitment databases.

+ Communicates with applicants regarding paperwork, deadlines, and required documentation for background investigations and recruitment.

+ Assists background investigators and recruitment personnel with clerical and research tasks.

+ Handles other duties as assigned in support of the background investigation and recruitment process.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of increasingly responsible clerical/administrative experience.

**Additional education may be considered in lieu of some experience. (1:1 Ratio)**

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LICENSES REQUIRED

Valid Driver License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

+ Knowledge of Civil Service rules and polices

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

01

Do you have a valid Driver License?

+ Yes

+ No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

+ No diploma

+ High School Diploma or equivalent

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

03

How many years of increasingly responsible clerical/administrative experience do you have?

+ No Experience

+ One Year

+ Two Years

+ Three Years

+ Four Years

+ Five Years or More

04

Briefly describe your increasingly responsible clerical/administrative experience. If no experience, write "N/A".

05

Indicate the level of expertise you have using Microsoft Office Suite.

+ Advanced

+ Intermediate

+ Novice - training, but very little work experience

+ No experience using this application

06

Do you have knowledge of Civil Service rules and polices?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address

Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone

(615) 862-6640

Website

http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx

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