Job Announcement:

HIRING ANNOUNCEMENT

FULL TIME NJ PTC CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER

GENERAL DUTIES

Exercise authority consistent with the obligations imposed by the oath of office and in conformance with the general duties of the Department. To protect life and property, preserve the peace and perform their duties promptly, faithfully and diligently.

ABOUT GARWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT

• The Borough of Garwood has a resident population of 5,000 and growing.
• The Borough of Garwood is centrally located in Union County.
• The Garwood Police Department currently has 17 full time sworn officers.
• The Garwood Police Department currently works a 4 day on and 4 day off schedule for patrol officers.
• Starting salary is based on experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS'

• Must be 18 years or older
  US Citizen
  Graduated from High School or GED program
  Valid New Jersey Driver’s License
  New Jersey Police Training Commission (PTC) Certification a must. 
• Applicants currently in enrolled in an alternate route academy with a 2024 graduation date are encouraged to apply

HIRING PROCESS

Application / Resume Review

• Oral Interview  -  Interviews may begin, on a rolling basis, prior to the application deadline
• Background Investigation
• Drug Testing

Resume, Cover Letter and Employment Application must be received no later than December 16th, 2024

***Interviews may begin, on a rolling basis, prior to the application deadline***

www.PoliceApp.com/GarwoodNJ. 

Please direct questions regarding this position to Detective@garwood.org