Job Announcement:

The Township of Hamilton is accepting applications for

full-time Police Officer.

• The applicant must be a citizen of the United States, be at least 21 and not over 35 years of age (unless applicant is already enrolled in PFRS), have a valid driver’s license; be able to read, write, and speak the English language; be sound in body and health; be of good moral character and have not been convicted of any criminal offense involving moral turpitude.
• Possess a high school diploma (or G.E.D.)
• The applicant will undergo a written essay, physical testing, background investigation, drug screening, psychological testing, and oral interviews.
• At the time of appointment as a police officer, the applicant must be a resident of New Jersey and possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license.
• Competitive starting salary (Academy - $55,867)
• Full medical and dental benefits package
• Enrollment in the PFRS Pension
• Education and training incentives (including education reimbursement).

Multiple specialized units available, including:

• Detective
• K9
• SWAT
• Traffic Unit
• Humane Law Enforcement Officer (HLEO)
• Field Training Officer
• Bicycle Unit
• Firearms Instructor

Applications are due by midnight on March 14, 2025. A written essay and physical testing will be given on April 5, 2025. Additional information about the testing is included in the application.

Please direct questions regarding this position to recruitment@hamiltonATLNJ.gov