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Bridgewater Township - Certified NJ-PTC, SLEO-II CERTIFIED NJ POLICE OFFICER OR
ALTERNATE ROUTE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN AN ACADEMY CLASS

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Job Overview

Department: Bridgewater Township Police Department

Type: Certified

Job Title: Certified NJ-PTC, SLEO-II CERTIFIED NJ POLICE OFFICER OR ALTERNATE ROUTE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN AN ACADEMY CLASS

Salary: $53,088 to $132,381 additional compensation may be considered based upon experience.

Registration Fee: $35.00

Contact: fbrittain@bridgewaterpd.com

Location: Bridgewater, NJ

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR

PTC or SLEO-II CERTIFIED NJ POLICE OFFICER or ALTERNATE ROUTE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN AN ACADEMY CLASS

SLEO I, BCI, CORRECTIONAL POLICE OFFICERS AND OUT OF STATE OFFICERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Starting Salary-$53,088 + $1500 or $1200 for a 4 year college degree

Additional compensation MAY BE Considered based upon experience.

Top Salary-$132,381

College reimbursement in Law Enforcement related courses of study and College Credit Compensation awarded.

Pitman Schedule/Healthcare upon retirement

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GENERAL DUTIES:

Under the direction of a Shift Supervisor, performs a variety of public safety work providing emergency aid, security and protection to the community’s citizens.

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BASIC FUNCTION:

  • Patrol assigned area to aid in preventing crime and to enforce Federal, State and Township laws, ordinances and regulations.

  • Observe, report and act upon conditions conducive to crime and danger such as checking buildings for security, assisting other officers on traffic stops and checking suspicious persons and vehicles.  Reports traffic hazards and directs traffic flow when necessary.

  • Determine the nature of a call, investigates the circumstances, and takes any necessary and prudent actions. such as making arrests and transporting prisoners, Searching prisoners, collects personal effects and assures proper receipting and safeguarding of personal effects.

  • Provides assistance to the public in emergency and non-emergency situations.

  •  Administers first aid and requests medical service. 

  • Performs crisis intervention in sensitive situations such as family dispute.

  • Provides general information to the public on laws and ordinances. 

  • Assists persons with complaints and inquiries or directs them to the appropriate authorities.

  • Prepare a variety of records and reports, such as reports on arrests, property impounded, accidents offenses and damage to property.

  • Performs preliminary investigative assignments on serious crimes.  Conducts interviews of victims, witnesses and suspects and subjects progress reports on cases under investigation.  Collects and documents evidence and may arrest suspects.

  • Appears in court and is available to testify in matters which the officer has knowledge of.

  • Maintains proficiency in the use of police related equipment.

  • May assist in the training of new officers.

  • Checks business and private property for security.  Investigates such conditions as open doors, broken windows, vehicles parked in suspicious places.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES KNOWLEDGE OF: 

  • Federal and State laws, Township ordinances.

  • Content, intent and application of criminal law.

  • Adult and juvenile judicial procedures and criminal justice system.

  • Civil and constitutional rights.

  • Department regulations, policies, procedures and general order.

  • Laws of arrest, search and seizure.

 

Police Officer – Operations Division

  • Techniques of investigation and interrogation.

  • Criminal case preparation and procedures.

  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

  • Oral and written communication skills.

  • Report writing and case preparation.

  • Crime scene management.

 

ABILITY TO:

  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

  • Analyze dangerous situations rapidly and accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

  • Enforce State, Municipal and other applicable laws.

  • Determine appropriate level and scope of Police response.

  • Work courteously and tactfully with citizens and employees.

 

SALARY:

  • Salary earned after successful academy completion will be an annual salary of $53,088

  • Top salary for the position of Police Officer is $132,381

  • Annual College Incentives

    • Associate’s Degree- $600.00-$750.00.

    • Bachelor’s Degree- $1,200.00-$1,500.00

    • Master’s Degree- $1,500-$2,250.00

  • Medical and dental benefits.

  • Membership in the New Jersey Police and Fire Retirement System

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be a citizen of the United States.

  • Age: at least 21 years of age at the time of initial application.

  • Must be a resident of New Jersey at time of appointment.

  • Must have a valid New Jersey driver’s license at time of appointment.

  • Must have a High School Diploma or a GED.

 

An applicant MUST have one of the following:

An applicant must have an associate's degree or have completed 60 college credits from an accredited college or university, OR At least two years of active duty military service with an honorable discharge, OR Have a minimum of at least 2 years of CONTINIOUS FULL TIME work experience.

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  • Applicants to the Bridgewater Township Police Department may be automatically disqualified for any of the following:

    • Having been convicted of an indictable offense or received an indictable conviction expungement.

    • A conviction of any offense involving domestic violence.

    • A conviction of any offense involving a controlled dangerous substance.

    • A conviction of any offense involving public office, position or employment.

    • If you were ever adjudicated to have committed an act of juvenile delinquency. Juvenile delinquency refers to the commission of an act which, if committed by an adult, would constitute an indictable offense.

    • If you were adjudicated by a court or found by an employer to have violated any person’s civil rights in New Jersey or any other state.

    • If you are currently on probation or have been on probation at any time within the last 12 months in New Jersey or any other state.

    • If you participated in a program of supervisory treatment or pretrial intervention for an indictable offense under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-12 or the equivalent in another state.

    • If you have been convicted of driving while intoxicated two times or once within 5 years in New Jersey or any other state.

    • If your driving privilege is currently suspended or revoked in New Jersey or any other State.

    • If you were dishonorably discharged from any branch of the United States military or law enforcement agency in New Jersey or any other state.

    • If you have ever renounced your United States citizenship.

    • If you are currently subject to a final domestic violence restraining order.

    • If you were ever terminated or asked to resign from a public office, position or government employment for misconduct involving your public office, position or employment.

    • If you, within the past 10 years, have possessed or used any other illegal drug or drugs, including anabolic steroids, other than those prescribed to you, provided by a physician or purchased over the counter.

    • If you have sold or given an illegal drug to any person in your lifetime.

    • If you have manufactured any illegal drug at any time during your lifetime.

 

TATTOO POLICY

No visible tattoos, brandings and intentional scarring shall be displayed on the face, head, neck or hands.  It is the practice of the Bridgewater Township Police Department to hire the best qualified candidate for the position of police officer.  It is understood that police officer candidates may have tattoos, brandings and/or intentional scarring on their body prior to being hired by the Bridgewater Township Police Department. 

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Police officer candidates shall not be excluded from being hired as a Bridgewater Police Officer because of a pre-existing tattoo, branding or intentional scarring as long as it does not violate the last paragraph.

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Tattoos, brandings and intentional scarring is prohibited on any part of the body if they are obscene, profane, offensive, sexually suggestive, prejudicial to good order or discipline, of a nature that tends to bring discredit upon the department or discriminatory towards persons on the basis of their race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, age, sex or disability.

 

HIRING PROCESS

  • Oral interview

  • Background investigation

  • Psychological exam

  • Medical exam

  • Drug screening

  • Upon successful completion of the Police Academy, officers are assigned to a Field Training Program for the remainder of their probationary period.
     

Equal employment opportunity shall be afforded to Township employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap. This shall apply to recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, transfers, layoffs, terminations and benefits.

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Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates. Login & Apply Now

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Please direct questions regarding this position to fbrittain@bridgewaterpd.com

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SLEO Class III:

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We are currently not accepting applications for the position of SLEO
Class III Officer.

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Records Clerk / Support Services:

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POSITION: Records Clerk- Part-time

POSTING DATE: 4/24/2024

CLOSING DATE: 5/26/2024 @ 5:00 pm (EST)

JOB TYPE: Part-Time

REPORTS TO: Records Bureau Supervisor

UNION AFFILIATION: None

SALARY GRADE & RANGE: $25/hour

 

The Bridgewater Township Police Department is seeking a highly organized and detailed-oriented individual to fulfill the part-time roll as a police clerk within our organization. This role encompasses a range of essential tasks crucial for the smooth operation of our office. The individual in this position will serve as a versatile team member, undergoing crosstraining across various roles within the organization. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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• Receiving and processing documents with precision and attention to detail.

• Managing correspondences and maintaining filing system

• Ensuring proper records retention in compliance with organizational policies and regulations.

• Performing general office duties such as answering phone calls, copying and scanning documents.

• Interacting with the public in a professional manner.

• Customer Service skills; Interact with the public, law enforcement personnel, and other agencies in a professional and courteous manner, both in person and over the phone.

• Demonstrating a willingness to learn and adapt to various administrative processes, including but not limited to OPRA (Open Public Records Act), Discovery/ Court procedures, NIBRS (National Incident- Based Reporting System and Body Worn Camera redaction.

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This position is part-time with the possibility of becoming a full-time job in the Fall of 2024, which would include paid holidays, time off, sick time, healthcare benefits and enrollment in the NJ Public Employees Retirement System.

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QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, be proficient in multitasking, and exhibit a proactive approach to problem-solving. Prior experience in clerical or administrative roles is preferred.

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

• Authorization to Work: US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. • Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.

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HOW TO APPLY

To apply, submit a resume and fully completed and signed employment application to personnel@bridgewaternj.gov, no later than 5:00 pm on 5/26/2024. Please put “Record Clerk- Part-time” in the subject line of the email.

 

The employment application is available at https://www.bridgewaternj.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Fillable_BridgewaterTownship-Employee-Application_2023.pdf

 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Crossing Guard:
 

The Township of Bridgewater has immediate openings for School Crossing Guards.  Positions may be located at various locations in Bridgewater and are from 8:00 am – 9:00 am and from 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm. Hourly rate is $19.00 per hour and will also be paid for school holidays. https://www.bridgewaternj.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/School-Crossing-Guard-Job-Posting.pdf

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