13 ENE. 2025 · Good morning, this is Nashville Local Pulse for Monday, January 13, 2025. We're starting the week with a look at the thriving job market in our city. The first week of January has seen a diverse array of opportunities across various sectors. For those interested in public service, the Tennessee House of Representatives is hiring multiple proofreaders for the 2025 legislative session, which starts this month and ends in May. These part-time, on-site positions require a bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, and previous proofreading experience, with a pay rate of $17 per hour.
In addition to public service roles, the Nashville area is also recruiting for firefighters and police officers. The firefighter testing date is actually today, January 13, 2025, and requires certified FFII with at least two years of paid structural firefighting experience. Police officer testing will take place on January 27, 2025, offering opportunities for both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the field.
The nonprofit sector in Nashville is active as well. The University School of Nashville has posted full-time positions for a Staff Accountant and a Human Resources Director as of January 1, 2025. Additionally, Operation Andrew Group is seeking a Pastoral Care Manager and a Congregational Leadership Manager, both part-time roles.
Cybersecurity is another booming field in Nashville, with a 35% growth expected by 2031 and a supply-demand ratio outperforming many states. Starting salaries for fresh graduates range from $99,280 to $127,527, and companies like HCA Healthcare and Bridgestone offer roles exceeding $135,000. Educational programs and certifications are pivotal, with the local tech sector showing a 51% job growth over five years.
Moving on to other news, the Offices of the Circuit Court Clerk will return to normal business hours today, January 13, 2025, operating from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST.
In community news, we have a heartwarming story about World War II veteran Jimmy Wren, who celebrated his 101st birthday recently. His captivating stories and humor are truly inspiring.
Looking at the weather, today is expected to be mostly sunny, with a high of 52 degrees Fahrenheit. It's a great day to get out and enjoy the city.
In real estate news, while we don't have specific updates on notable property sales or new development projects today, we encourage you to stay tuned for future updates on Nashville's vibrant real estate market.
From city hall, there are no major announcements affecting daily life at this time, but we'll keep you updated on any significant developments.
In new business activity, there are no major openings or closings to report today, but we're always on the lookout for changes in our local business landscape.
Upcoming community events include various activities around the city, but we'll have more details on those in our next update.
In local school achievements, we don't have specific news today, but we're always proud to highlight the accomplishments of our local students and athletes.
Finally, in today's crime report, there are no significant incidents or public safety alerts from the past 24 hours to report.
This has been Nashville Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.