*** HIRING ANNOUNCEMENT  – CLASS II SPECIAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS  ***

The Lacey Township Police Department is currently seeking certified applicants for the position of Class II Special Law Enforcement Officer. Candidates must possess a current New Jersey Police Training Commission Certification as a Class II Special Law Enforcement Officer from an approved Police Academy.

Essential Duties:

The Special Law Enforcement Officer Class II (SLEO) is a part-time member of the Police Department and will work part-time hours throughout the year.

Class II Special Law Enforcement Officers shall be authorized to exercise full powers and duties similar to those of a permanent, regularly appointed full-time police officer. The use of a firearm by an officer of this class may be authorized only after the officer has been fully certified as successfully completing training as prescribed by the Police Training Commission.

Qualifications:

  • Be a United States Citizen
  • Be a resident of New Jersey
  • A current New Jersey Police Training Commission Certification as a Class II Special Law Enforcement Officer from an approved Police Academy
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required
  • Hold a valid New Jersey driver’s license
  • Have the ability to read, write and speak the English language well and intelligently
  • Have and demonstrate good moral character, and have not been convicted of any crime constituting an indictable offense or any offense involving moral turpitude; verified by a background investigation
  • Undergo a complete background investigation
  • Pass an oral interview
  • Pass a psychological examination
  • Pass a drug test

Applications may be picked up at the Lacey Township Police Department, 808 Lacey Road, Forked River. Interested applicants must submit an application no later than 4pm Friday, August 13, 2021.

If anyone has any questions regarding this announcement, you may contact Detective Lieutenant Christopher Cornelius at 609-693-6636 ext. 2566.

The Lacey Township Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you