Becoming a Police Officer in Nashville
Meet Some of Our Officers
Ronda Atwater - School Resource Officer
I have been a police officer with the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department since 1992. I have worked in the Patrol Unit, the Bicycle Unit and on various special assignments.
I love spending time with my beautiful daughter and during my free time I volunteer as a Troop Leader with the Girl Scouts of America. I also volunteer with the Fraternal Order of Police Youth Camp. As a recruit in the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department Training Academy, I knew I wanted to work with the youth. I wanted them to see police officers in a positive light. So, for the last ten (10) years, I have been assigned as a School Resource Officer. Working with the youth everyday is very rewarding; however, I have to remind myself not to take personally anything they may say or do.
If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career in law enforcement, I strongly encourage you to join the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department. With our police department, your determination can take you far.
Suzanne Stephens - Adult Sex Crimes Unit Detective
I
have been with the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department since 1988,
and have worked in the Adult Sex Crimes Unit for the last 12 years.
I have been fortunate enough to work in several different areas of
law enforcement since coming to MNPD including Personal Crimes, Patrol,
and the Crime Suppression Unit, to name a few. Prior to joining the
MNPD I worked as a Deputy in a local Sheriff's department for 10 years.
I am married and have 2 grown sons (twins). My husband and one of my sons also work for the police department. My other son is currently applying for the next police recruit class. It is a profession with which my entire family is very proud to be associated.
I spend my free time away from work being very active in our church, and walking with several exercise buddies. I have participated in numerous ½ marathons and 5K races. I have also participated (and completed) every Country Music Marathon since it came to Nashville, a tradition I hope to continue. My husband and I love to travel when our schedules permit, and we enjoy planning trips to new and exciting places.
I am truly proud to be part of the men and women who serve their community in the Nashville Metropolitan Police Department. Although challenging, I would encourage anyone who wishes to serve in a professional, community oriented police department to look for career opportunities in the Nashville Metropolitan Police Department.