Job Announcement:

 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR:

SPECIAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER, CLASS I - (Summer 2024)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Special Law Enforcement Officer, Class I (SLEO I) is a seasonal part time member of the Police Department working from early May until the first week of September. They shall be authorized to perform routine traffic detail, provide essential public safety and law enforcement services for the department.

Class I officers shall have the authority to issue summonses for disorderly persons and petty disorderly offenses, violations of municipal ordinance and violations of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes. 

SLEO I Officers are not permitted to carry a firearm; does related work as required.

SLEO 1 Training

The training process for the Basic Course for SLEO I Officers is an 80 hour course.  The program includes training in baton, handcuffing, oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray, defensive tactics, disorderly persons offenses, traffic control and traffic law, first aid, use of force, various patrol concepts, and ethics.  Academy start dates vary throughout the year depending on availability of spaces. 

SALARY

$18.00 per hour

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must comply with the following basic qualification standards:

• United States Citizen that possesses a valid driver’s license
• Read and write the English language
• Age 18 or older
• Possess a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Be of good moral character
• Pass Background Investigation, Oral Interview, Psychological Profile, Medical Examination, Drug Testing

HIRING PROCESS

Application Review, Background Investigation, Oral Interview, Conditional Offer of Employment, Psychological Testing, Medical Testing, Final Approval from the Chief of Police

Please note, once positions are filled, the hiring process will be terminated.

Applicants must apply online via PoliceApp.com; application fees are non-refundable.

Please direct questions regarding this position to rettino_nicholas@longportpd.org