Lawnside - Certified Police Officer

Job Announcement

LAWNSIDE POLICE DEPARTMENT
Part-time Police Officers

Summary:

The Borough of Lawnside is currently seeking qualified experienced applicants for the position of Class II Special Law Enforcement Officer. This is a part-time position with a starting rate of $15.00 per hour. Candidates must possess a current New Jersey Police Training Commission Certification as a Police Officer or a Class II Special Officer from an approved Police Academy. Retired police officers who have separated from prior service in good standing may also apply.

Essential Duties:

The Special Law Enforcement Officer Class II (SLEO II) is a part time member of the Police Department. The SLEO II may be scheduled for not more than thirty (30) hours per week to provide essential public safety services to the community. Special Law Enforcement Officers provide courtroom security through controlled access, general patrol duties and traffic enforcement. Officers of this class are authorized to exercise full police powers and duties similar to those of a permanent, regularly appointed full-time police officer. The use of a firearm by SLEO II officers is authorized after the successful completion of a firearm’s course prescribed by the Police Training Commission.

Qualifications:

• A current New Jersey Police Training Commission Certification as a Police Officer or Class II Special Officer from an approved Police Academy.
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Be a United States Citizen.
• Be a resident of New Jersey.
• Possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license.
• Have the ability to read, write and speak the English language clearly and intelligently.
• Have and demonstrate good moral character and have not been convicted of any crime constituting an indictable offense or any offense involving moral turpitude.
• Pass an oral interview.
• Pass a psychological examination.
• Pass a drug test.

All qualified applicants seeking part-time employment may apply by submitting a resume and cover letter to the following email address: t.hickslpd@lawnside.net

Please direct questions regarding this position to t.hickslpd@lawnside.net

Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.

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