How do I become a Police Officer in Knoxville?
KPD only accepts applications when there is an opening. Applicants who meet the basic requirements are invited to test for the position. The Knoxville Civil Service Board then certifies a list of applicants for the Chief to choose from. That list is used for any openings in the 12 months after it is created. The final applicant then goes through a background investigation including psychological testing and a medical physical. Once the applicant has passed all phases an offer of employment is made and the new officer begins a 12 month probation with KPD.

KPD follows the requirements set out by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. Applicants must be 18, have graduated high school or possess a G.E.D., have uncorrected vision in each eye no worse than 20/100, and pass a fitness test. A link to the Academy is included with this answer.Iowa Law Enforcement Academy

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