Pequannock Township - Certified Police Officer
Job Announcement:
Full PTC Certified or in the Process of Obtaining Full PTC- Transfer Applicants Accepted
Currently hiring a minimum of one (1) officer
We are excited to announce an opportunity to join the dedicated and professional team of the Pequannock Police Department as a Police Officer! If you are passionate about serving and protecting your community, have a strong commitment to justice, and possess the skills necessary to thrive in a law enforcement role, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Requirements:
- Full PTC Certification is Required to apply OR are in the Process of Obtaining a Full PTC - (NO WAIVERS will be issued or considered)
- Bachelors Degree or an Associates Degree plus 3 years law enforcement experience
- Must be a United States citizen
- Minimum age of 21 years old and not older that 35
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Acceptance into a certified NJ Police Training Academy OR Successful completion of a certified NJ Police Training Academy
- Excellent physical fitness and ability to pass a physical examination
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
- Demonstrated good judgment and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Must reside within a reasonable distance from Pequannock
The job description doesn't imply an employment contract, nor is it intended to include every duty, task or instruction for which the employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisor's request.
ABOUT OUR DEPARTMENT
- 32 sworn officers.
- Located in Morris County NJ.
- 20 officers in Patrol Division/ 5 Detectives in the Detective Bureau/ 4 officers in the Community Services/Traffic Bureau. Patrol schedule is 12 hour Pitman.
- Hiring process consists of multiple in-person interviews, background checks, drug testing and field training, at minimum.
- Pequannock Township population is approximately 15,000 residents
- Pequannock Township is a suburban town approximately 7 square miles, encompassing both Pompton Plains and Pequannock. Both Interstate 287 and State Highway 23 run through it. The Township provides over 100 acres of parkland. There is one high school, one middle school, three elementary public schools, as well as three private schools.
Please direct questions regarding this position to rbrown@peqpolice.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.
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