Livingston Township - Police Officer

The Livingston Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Applicant must possess a current NJ-certified Police Training Commission (PTC) certificate or are currently enrolled in an approved NJ Police Academy. EOE.

Job Requirements:
Applicant must possess an Associate’s Degree, or have completed sixty (60) college credits from an accredited post-secondary college,  or are currently enrolled in an approved NJ Police Academy or have completed two (2) years of active military service with an honorable discharge.

Qualifications for Applicant:
Police Training Commission (PTC) Certificate
Must meet the qualifications as specified in N.J.S.A. 40A:14-122.
Must be a resident of the State of New Jersey at the time of appointment.
Must have a valid New Jersey driver’s license at the time of appointment.
Meet the requirements of and be eligible for membership in Police and Firemen’s Retirement System (PFRS).
Must pass an oral interview, a medical examination, a thorough personal background check, a psychological examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
Free of conviction of a crime constituting an indictable offense or any crime or offense involving moral turpitude
Follow the instructions and download applicable documents to Apply:

1. Completed Employment Application — www.PoliceApp.com/LivingstonTwpNJ 

2. Copy of your NJ-certified Police Training Commission (PTC) certificate

3. Either:

• a. Transcript demonstrating your Associate's Degree or completion of sixty (60) college credits from an accredited post-secondary college, or
• b. DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
  Delivery of application materials will be accepted Monday through Thursday, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm.

This is a full time position with benefits to include medical, dental, long term and short term disability, participation the state pension plan and paid time off. 

Application Deadline: September 9, 2025 (3:00 pm EST)