Recruitment

OVERVIEW:

The Eastampton Township Police Department is committed to attracting a talented and diverse workforce to continue to provide the best possible service to the residents of Eastampton Township and those that travel through and visit our historic town.

RECRUITMENT:

The Eastampton Township Police Department seeks to attract candidates who possess the qualifications that are conducive to the long term goal of a work force that is representative of the community in which we serve. At this time the Eastampton Township Police Department is NOW HIRING! ETPD is currently accepting resumes for the position of "POLICE OFFICER". For further information please contact us at (609) 261-1717 or via e-mail: recruitment@eastamptonpolicenj.us

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT:

Must possess a NJ PTC Basic Course for Police Officer Certification/ or be eligible for a waiver
Must be a citizen of the US and New Jersey Resident
Must be between the ages of 18 & 35 and possess a high school diploma
Must possess a valid and current New Jersey Drivers License
Must be able to successfully pass a thorough background investigation
The applicant must pass a medical and psychological examination.
The applicant must pass a drug screening.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

1. Salary as determined by the current collective bargaining agreement which was ratified for the years 2022-2025.

2. Uniforms, weapons and equipment provided by the department.

3. Paid vacation and sick leave.

4. Medical and dental plan.

5. State Health Benefits/Pension

TRAINING:

The Eastampton Township Police Department is an organization of highly trained personnel. In order to maintain this standard, all newly appointed officers will be expected to complete the first week of employment's in-service training which includes familiarization of state/county/and department policies. Upon completion of in-service, the newly appointed officer will enter the Field Training Officer Program. This program, which is a vigorous and challenging course of training, prepares the recruit officer to perform a full range of criminal justice services.