Upper Saddle River - Police Officer

Job Announcement:

 

THE UPPER SADDLE RIVER POLICE DEPARTMENT

IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR

POSITION OF POLICE OFFICER

*This application is for entry level only-  If you are a current NJ police officer, alternate route or PTC certified please apply through our other PoliceApp listing "Upper Saddle River- NJ PTC Certified Police Officer (Basic Course For Police Officers- No Waivers" *

Applications will close on September 24, 2024, OR when the first 100 applications are received. 

The Upper Saddle River Police Department is actively seeking qualified, professional and energetic applicants for the position of Police Officer who possess the department’s Core Values of Ethics, Integrity, Leadership, Professionalism, and Compassion. 

Your application, cover letter, resume, and all supporting documents must be submitted online through www.PoliceApp.com .  No applications or information should be dropped off or mailed to the Upper Saddle River Police Department.  Communication regarding the application process will be relayed to you through PoliceApp.com via the email address provided during the initial application. 

GENERAL DUTIES

To adequately perform the function of a patrol officer, the employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position. For a list of the General Duties please review, sign and submit the downloadable document provided under the apply now button.

SALARY

• Starting salary 2024; $37,318 plus full health benefits and enrollment in New Jersey pension system.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a United States Citizen
• A resident of the State of New Jersey pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:14-122.8;
• Age of not less than 21 years or more than 35 years. However, age restrictions shall not conflict with current state or federal law pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:14-127;
• Applicants must be of sound body, good moral character, and in good health
• Applicant must possess a valid driver license in good standing and issued by this State.
• Applicant must not have been convicted of a crime.

As per Upper Saddle River Borough Ordinance section 3-47 a candidate must meet the following educational requirements to be eligible for appointment to the Police Department:

• 1) A four-year college degree from an accredited college or university;

or

• 2) At least two years of active military service with an honorable discharge, together with either a two-year college degree from an accredited college or university or the accumulation of at least 60 credits from an accredited college or university.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION:

Date: October 1, 2024
Time: 1800 Hrs.
Location: Bergen County Police Academy- 281 Campgaw Rd, Mahwah NJ 07430

Please note that only 100 applications are being accepted.

There will be no make ups or refunds once your application has been submitted.  The "National Criminal Justice Selection Inventory Integrity (NCJOSI^2)" exam will be administered by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police.  Study guides may me purchased by using the following link: https://iosolutions.com/shop/?swoof=1&pa_examination=ncjosi2  

Candidates scoring a passing grade on the written exam will advance to a fitness test that will be conducted on October 26, 2024 (Notifications will be made via email)  

UPPER SADDLE RIVER POLICE DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT

It is the mission of the Upper Saddle River Police Department to provide for the safety, protection and welfare of all citizens through fair, professional and proactive enforcement of the Federal, State & Local laws in the Borough of Upper Saddle River.

The Upper Saddle River  is an accredited Law Enforcement Agency through the NJ Association of Chiefs of Police. 

 

Please direct questions regarding this position to dhausch@usrpd.net