Longport - Police Officer
Job Announcement:
POLICE OFFICER POSITION
The Longport Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of full-time police officer. A full PTC certificate is preferred; however, all potential applicants, including those who are currently enrolled in a police academy are welcome to apply. All completed applications must be submitted by February 1, 2026. No applications will be accepted after 12:00 pm on this date. Starting Salary is $55,419.00 after graduating from the Academy. Applications available through PoliceApp.Com.
Subsequent to submitting an application, candidates will be screened by a written examination, physical fitness indicator test, background investigation, oral interview and psychological examination. EOE
Requirements:
- A United States citizen.
- A resident in the state of New Jersey.
- At least 21 years of age at the time of application and no older than 35.
- Possess an Associate Degree or is currently matriculating at a college or university offering a
- Baccalaureate Degree and has earned 64 credits toward a Degree.
- Possess a valid New Jersey Drivers license.
- Have no criminal record.
- Pass a physical fitness indicator test.
- Pass a physical examination
- Of sound moral character.
- Pass a detailed background investigation.
- Pass a written test consisting of an essay.
- Pass an oral interview with:
- The Chief of Police;
- A panel of officers chosen by the Chief of Police;
- An interview with the Appropriate Authority of the Borough of Longport.
- Pass a psychological exam by a Psychiatrist or Psychologist chosen by the Borough of Longport.
- Pass Drug Testing screening
Please direct questions regarding this position to rettino_nicholas@longportpd.org
About Law Enforcement Jobs
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.
Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp account to monitor for updates.
