The Township of Hamilton is currently 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 physical testing and a written essay, 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 test will be given on April 5, 2025. Additional information about the testing is included in the application.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY!!

Police Communications - Dispatcher

Applications are being accepted for our POLICE COMMUNICATIONS position. Employees receive paid training as required to operate all communications equipment in our multijurisdictional service area. Salary starts at $45,321, applicants may be eligible for higher salary based on experience. Employment includes access to the State Health Benefits plan, State Pension plan, 12 vacation days, 3 personal days, and 14.5 holidays with a 8.25 hour work day. Applicants must pass a full police background investigation, medical, and drug screening prior to hiring. Apply to the Police Department: 6101 Thirteenth Street Mays Landing, NJ 08330, or by scanning the QR code below. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Also, accepting applications for Part Time Dispatcher positions.

For more information or questions please contact Sgt. Wade Smith at 609-625-2700 x 517 

CLICK HERE TO APPLY - TWP of Hamilton Communications-Dispatcher Application