West Windsor Township - Police Officer
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Job Announcement:
The West Windsor Police Department is now accepting applications for:
Police Officer
The physical fitness test will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 9:00 am at the West Windsor Plainsboro High School South. Mark your calendars accordingly, as there will be no makeup tests and all fees paid are non-refundable.
Minimum Qualifications
- Citizen of the United States, and
- A resident of New Jersey at the time of appointment, and
- A valid New Jersey driver's license at the time of appointment, and
- Minimum age of 18 years, Maximum age of 34 years at time of appointment (unless actively enrolled in the NJ Police and Fire Division of Pensions and Benefits system), and
- Normal hearing in both ears, and
- Visual acuity must be correctable to 20/30 in both eyes. Able to distinguish colors, and
- Must be eligible to enter into the NJ Police and Fire Division of Pensions and Benefits system, and
- Must have ONE of the following:
- A bachelor's degree, an associate's degree, or 60 college credits from an accredited college or university as of June 1, 2026, or
- At least two years of military experience with an honorable discharge, or
- Possess a NJ PTC Certification for Basic Police Officer or Class II Police Officer, or
- Currently in a NJ Police Academy for Basic Police Officers or Class II Police Officers
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive Patrol Officer salary $53,733 (Academy), $61,015 (Completion of Academy) to $136,453 (based on 12th step in 2026) *Not including holiday pay, education incentives, clothing allowances, etc. *
- 12-Hour steady Pitman schedule for Patrol Division
- Physical training while on-duty
- Yearly incentives for passing the physical fitness test
- Membership into the New Jersey Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS)
- Deferred compensation plan available
- Tuition reimbursement - up to $4,000 annually for approved courses
- Opportunities for specialized units include: Detective Bureau, Traffic Division, Motor Unit, K9 Unit, Drone Unit, Honor Guard, Mercer County Tactical Response Team
Hiring Process
- Physical Fitness Test
- Interview
- Background Investigation
- Psychological Background
- Medical Examination
- Drug Screening
Physical Fitness Test
- The physical fitness test will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 9:00 am at the West Windsor Plainsboro High School South. Mark your calendars accordingly, as there will be no makeup tests, and all fees paid are non-refundable.
- The physical fitness test will consist of a one (1) mile run followed immediately by pull-ups or flex arm hang (option only for females), push-ups, sit-ups, equipment carry, dummy drag, and swimming.
- Swimming will be the last part of the test, and applicants will be given time to change into appropriate swimming attire. The swimming portion of the test will consist of swimming one (1) untimed lap (down and back).
- All applicants participating in the physical fitness test will be required to sign a waiver of liability form.
- The waiver is attached to the initial application and should be completed and brought with you to the test.
- For more information regarding the physical fitness testing process, please refer to the attached PT test scoring document and the PT test instructional video. WWPD PT Test Instructional Video
About the West Windsor Police Department
- The West Windsor police Department consists of an authorized strength of fifty-four (54) sworn officers and fourteen (14) civilian personnel.
- The Patrol Division is the largest division with one (1) lieutenant, eight (8) sergeants, and twenty-eight (28) officers. The Patrol Division consists of four (4) squads working steady twelve-hour shifts with every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off. The Patrol Division has three (3) canine officers.
- The Detective Bureau consists of one (1) lieutenant, one (1) sergeant, and six (6) detectives. Two (2) detectives are designated as juvenile detectives.
- The Traffic Division consists of one (1) sergeant and four (4) officers.
- The Administration consists of the chief of police, two (2) lieutenants, and one (1) training sergeant.
- The Drone Unit consists of seven (7) pilots.
- Resiliency Programs: Physical training time while on-duty. Yearly incentives for passing physical finess test.
- Opportunities for specialized units include: Detective Bureau, Traffic Division, Motor Unit, K9 Unit, Drone Unit, Honor Guard, Mercer County Tactical Response Team.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in participating in the hiring process for the position of police officer, please complete the online application.
Thank you for your interest.
Sincerely,
Robert Garofalo PhD(c)
Chief of Police
West Windsor Township is an equal opportunity employer.
Please direct questions regarding this position to loretucci@westwindsorpolice.com
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