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Job Announcement:
ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
FULL TIME POLICE OFFICER
Minimum Qualifications:
- Resident of New Jersey and Citizen of the United States
- Must be able to read, write, and speak the English Language
- High School Diploma or its equivalent
- 18 years of age or older
- Possess a valid New Jersey Driver's License
- Possess a valid Class II Special Officer Certificate
- Must be of good moral character, sound body, and good health
- No criminal record
- Able to pass medical examination, psychological evaluation, background examination, and drug screening
Police Officers appointed will receive a competitive salary starting at $52,974. Officers receive 15 paid holidays, 84 hours of vacation, and 50 hours of personal time. Competitive health, prescription, dental, and vision plans. Officers work a 12-hour "Pitman Schedule" and receive 80 hours of sick time per year.
Applications are due by May 1, 2026 and will be reviewed. Only applicants chosen to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
The Atlantic Highlands Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please direct questions regarding this position to sreinert@ahnj.com
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Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
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