NJ Institute of Technology Department of Public Safety - Institutional Police Officer
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Job Announcement:
NJ Institute of Technology Department of Public Safety
Now Accepting Applications for Institutional Police Officers
The NJIT Police Department stands out from many other agencies because it combines full-service law enforcement authority with a specialized focus on protecting a diverse urban university community. NJIT officers are fully sworn and certified through the New Jersey Police Training Commission, enforcing state laws, city ordinances, and university regulations while serving students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The department emphasizes professional standards through accreditation, strong partnerships with surrounding law enforcement agencies, and a commitment to community-oriented policing. By prioritizing proactive safety initiatives, emergency preparedness, and meaningful engagement with the campus community, the NJIT Police Department provides a comprehensive and collaborative approach to public safety in a dynamic university environment.
Minimum Requirements:
- Ability to Attend a NJ Accredited Police Academy, NJ Police Training Commission Certified SLEOII, Alternate Route Graduate, or Current New Jersey Police Officer (Non-Correctional Officers).
- Must be a US citizen
- Must be 18 or older
- Must possess a valid drivers license.
- Must pass medical and psychological examinations as required.
- Must be high school graduate or equivalent.
- Must be able to qualify with the department issued firearm pursuant to the schedule and course of fire as determined by the Attorney General of New Jersey.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
- Ability to take direction and work harmoniously with associates, superior officers, campus visitors, students, faculty and others.
- At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
- Ability to pass minimum physical training requirements as set forth by NJ Police Training Commission
Job Description/General Duties:
Under supervision, provides police services designed to provide assistance and protection to members of the University community and its guests. To enforce the rules, laws and regulations of the University and of the State of New Jersey.
- Patrols and maintains security of all campus properties, as well as contiguous streets.
- Responsible for making reports, both oral and written, of any irregularities, dangerous conditions, accidents and any other circumstances requiring police assistance.
- Responds to and investigates calls for service and citizen complaints;initiates corrective action when appropriate, and completes thorough written reports accurately describing action taken.
- Acts in accordance with provisions of the New Jersey Criminal Code and Departmental policies and procedures.
- Proactively prevents crime by engaging in foot, vehicle and bicycle patrols of the entire campus and surrounding areas.
- Must be able to remain calm and decisive in emergencies, performing all duties tactfully and judiciously with a high degree of professionalism.
- Contributes to the professional image of the Department and the University by conforming to standards of dress, conduct and behavior.
- Maintains crowd control during university events.
- Takes needed action as to suspicious persons and conditions and reports significant actions, occurrences and conditions and other matters within the field of police operations.
- Provides police protection when large sums of money are in transit.
- Gives first aid in the case of accidents or emergencies.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health
- Dental
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pension (PERS and PFRS)
- Specialty Units ( Detective Bureau, Drone Unit, Traffic Unit, Emergency Services Unit, Community Engagement Unit)
- Salary for lateral transfer candidates is negotiable
Testing Requirements:
- Must pass physical standards test set forth by PTC.
- Must pass NJSACOP written and oral exams with a minimum of 70% in both, and a combined overall score of at least 80%.
- Pass a background, psychological exam, & medical exam, and an internal interview.
- Certified & Licensed NJ PTC certified officers are exempt from the NJSACOP written & oral exam and the PT test.
Hiring Process:
- Application
- Physical Test
- Written Test
- Oral Test
- Internal Interview
- Background Interview
- Medical & Psychological Testing
NJIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, gender, marital or civil union status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Please direct questions regarding this position to psdrecruiting@njit.edu
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