Police Officer
Salary: $52,984.
Closing Date: Mar 31, 2024.
Position Summary:
The Lindenwold Police Department is seeking to hire for the position of Full-Time Police Officer. We are looking to hire dedicated and energetic individuals who have a passion for community policing. We currently employ 44 Sworn Police Officers, 1 Special Law Enforcement Officer (SLEO III), 5 Civilian Employees and approximately 20 Crossing Guards. We offer competitive benefits and salary as well as excellent training and equipment.
Requirements:
- The position is for entry level police officers.
- Those applying need not be certified however, preference will be given to those with BCPO and those that can be waived.
- Currently trained Corrections Officers are considered waivable.
- Officers currently employed in Civil Service agencies are excluded.
- Must possess a High School Diploma or GED.
- Must be 18 years of age and less than 35 years of age at time of appointment.
- Must be a resident of New Jersey and citizen of the United States.
- Must possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license.
- Applicants must be of good moral and ethical character.
- Must not have been convicted of any criminal offense or offenses involving moral depravity.