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Ocean City - Special Law Enforcement Officer, Class I & II
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Ocean City - Special Law Enforcement Officer, Class I & II
Job Title:
Special Law Enforcement Officer, Class I & II2025 Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I & II
SLEO 1
These officers have limited authority and arrest powers compared to a full-time police officer. Training is conducted at the Cape May County Police Academy, and the Special Officer I is certified by the New Jersey Police Training Commission.This hiring process is for the Basic Course for SLEO I Officers, tentatively scheduled to begin in early 2025. 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.SLEO 2
These officers have the same authority and arrest powers as a full-time police officer while they are employed and on-duty. In addition to the above responsibilities, they are required to carry a firearm.The training is intense and conducted at the Cape May County Police Academy. This hiring process is for the 66th Basic Course for SLEO II Officers, tentatively scheduled from mid-December through the end of April, held 4 days a week: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 3pm-10pm and Saturday from 7am to 5pm.The course of study includes history of law enforcement, the NJ court system, community responsibility, criminal law, arrest search and seizure, use of force, patrol vehicle operations, motor vehicle law, first responder emergency rescue, firearms, baton, chemical agents, self-defense, patrol tactics, communications, report writing, courtroom testimony, military drill, and physical fitness. Graduating Officers can apply for college credits at Atlantic Cape Community College and receive full New Jersey State Special Law Enforcement Certification at graduation.SALARY
$18/hour Class I Officer - $20/hour Class II OfficerPOLICE DEPARTMENT AND CITY OF OCEAN CITY INFORMATION
Ocean City is a progressive department that currently employs 68 sworn police officers. It relies on Special Law Enforcement Officers to supplement our force during the busy season. Ocean City is an island resort with a high influx of seasonal residents and tourists during the summer months, with a population that grows from approximately 12,000 to over 150,000. The department responds to approximately 45,000 service calls per year.SLEOs are utilized in various capacities, with assignments made based on departmental demands. Assignments include Patrol Squads, the Boardwalk Power Squad, Community Oriented Policing Unit, Detective Bureau, and the Marine Unit.Ocean City is a customer service-oriented town with a reputation as “America’s Greatest Family Resort.” The Police Department is an accredited agency through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must comply with the following basic qualification standards:United States Citizen with a valid driver’s licenseMust reside in New Jersey at the time of employmentRead and write the English languageAge 18 or olderPossess a High School Diploma or EquivalentBe of good moral characterPass Background Investigation, Oral Interview, Psychological Profile, Medical Examination, Drug Testing*A positive drug test will result in disqualification from employment and reporting to the Central Drug Registry maintained by the New Jersey State Police.HIRING PROCESS
Initial Application, Application Review, Secondary Application, Background Investigation, Oral Interview, Physical Fitness Testing, Conditional Offer of Employment, Psychological Testing, Drug Testing, Medical Testing, Final Approval from the Chief of Police.Please note, once positions are filled, the hiring process will be terminated.The Ocean City Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
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Job Title:
Special Law Enforcement Officer, Class I & II2025 Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I & II
SLEO 1
These officers have limited authority and arrest powers compared to a full-time police officer. Training is conducted at the Cape May County Police Academy, and the Special Officer I is certified by the New Jersey Police Training Commission.This hiring process is for the Basic Course for SLEO I Officers, tentatively scheduled to begin in early 2025. 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.SLEO 2
These officers have the same authority and arrest powers as a full-time police officer while they are employed and on-duty. In addition to the above responsibilities, they are required to carry a firearm.The training is intense and conducted at the Cape May County Police Academy. This hiring process is for the 66th Basic Course for SLEO II Officers, tentatively scheduled from mid-December through the end of April, held 4 days a week: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 3pm-10pm and Saturday from 7am to 5pm.The course of study includes history of law enforcement, the NJ court system, community responsibility, criminal law, arrest search and seizure, use of force, patrol vehicle operations, motor vehicle law, first responder emergency rescue, firearms, baton, chemical agents, self-defense, patrol tactics, communications, report writing, courtroom testimony, military drill, and physical fitness. Graduating Officers can apply for college credits at Atlantic Cape Community College and receive full New Jersey State Special Law Enforcement Certification at graduation.SALARY
$18/hour Class I Officer - $20/hour Class II OfficerPOLICE DEPARTMENT AND CITY OF OCEAN CITY INFORMATION
Ocean City is a progressive department that currently employs 68 sworn police officers. It relies on Special Law Enforcement Officers to supplement our force during the busy season. Ocean City is an island resort with a high influx of seasonal residents and tourists during the summer months, with a population that grows from approximately 12,000 to over 150,000. The department responds to approximately 45,000 service calls per year.SLEOs are utilized in various capacities, with assignments made based on departmental demands. Assignments include Patrol Squads, the Boardwalk Power Squad, Community Oriented Policing Unit, Detective Bureau, and the Marine Unit.Ocean City is a customer service-oriented town with a reputation as “America’s Greatest Family Resort.” The Police Department is an accredited agency through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must comply with the following basic qualification standards:United States Citizen with a valid driver’s licenseMust reside in New Jersey at the time of employmentRead and write the English languageAge 18 or olderPossess a High School Diploma or EquivalentBe of good moral characterPass Background Investigation, Oral Interview, Psychological Profile, Medical Examination, Drug Testing*A positive drug test will result in disqualification from employment and reporting to the Central Drug Registry maintained by the New Jersey State Police.HIRING PROCESS
Initial Application, Application Review, Secondary Application, Background Investigation, Oral Interview, Physical Fitness Testing, Conditional Offer of Employment, Psychological Testing, Drug Testing, Medical Testing, Final Approval from the Chief of Police.Please note, once positions are filled, the hiring process will be terminated.The Ocean City Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
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