Police Officer

AgUpdate; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Remission for employee

Tuition Remission for spouse or depend

Team Development & Agency Training

Uniforms Provided

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Monmouth University Police Department is recruiting Police Officers to provide campus safety and law enforcement services for the university community.

The role requires patrolling, investigations, and first responder duties, with shifts including weekends and overtime as needed. A strong emphasis on community engagement and diversity supports the university's mission.

Qualifications

• NJ Basic Course for Police Officer Certification (or equivalent).
• Special Officer Class II (SLEO II) eligible for waiver.
• Alternate Route Program completion for BCPO.
• Must meet NJ Police Training Commission licensing requirements.
• Must work all shifts, overtime, weekends/holidays as required.
• Valid driver's license with clean record (Type A in past 5 years, limited moving violations).

Responsibilities

• Provide foot and vehicular patrols to detect security issues on campus.
• Conduct investigations and issue summons; enforce laws and ordinances.
• Detain and arrest when needed; support safety and emergency response.
• Maintain radio contact and direct traffic as required for safety.
• Provide basic first aid until EMS arrival; assist as first responder.
• Uphold diversity and student-centered mission of the university.

Skills

Community service

Interviewing

Public speaking

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Multi-cultural experience

Education

Bachelor's degree is highly preferred

Associate's degree or equivalent education

Job description

Police Officer

Job Category: Police

Requisition Number: PATRO001314

Posted: March 27, 2026

Contract Type: Full Time

Work Location: On-site

Hourly Rate: $26.44 USD per hour

Campus: Monmouth University Main Campus, West Long Branch, NJ

Job Description

Monmouth University Police Department is seeking applications for Police Officer positions. As part of an assigned team, University Police Officers provide campus safety, security, and law enforcement services to the University community. In addition, the individual provides a wide range of services, including both traditional and non-traditional police services.

The successful candidate must project a positive image and participate in crime prevention and community-oriented public safety programming that reflects the University's diverse population.

Additionally, University Police Officers enforce University regulations, local ordinances, and state laws. The individual is a first responder to incidents, accidents, and other emergencies and is responsible for conducting initial and follow-up investigations into significant and criminal incidents.

The individual will work under the direction of a Sergeant, Captain, or Chief of Police.

The University Police Department is a 24/7, 365-day operation. Therefore, the successful candidate must be able to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime shifts, as required. Overtime may be assigned for departmental needs and is mandatory.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under direction, provides foot and vehicular patrol to detect security problems, safety hazards, and to provide surveillance for an entire University campus or portion thereof. Complete training and have familiarity with dispatch functions. Participate in directed patrol activities to observe and detect unusual activities, circumstances, or violations of the law. Conduct investigations, make arrests, issue summons, enforce laws and ordinances, provide directions and information. Deter, restrain, and/or arrest individuals attempting to inflict physical harm on themselves or others, or commit criminal acts. Support the University's diversity commitment and strong student-centered vision and mission. Maintain radio contact with headquarters/police personnel. When necessary, regulate and control pedestrian and vehicular traffic to ensure safety and reasonable, rapid movement of traffic with a minimum of interference. Provide quality customer service. Provide foot or vehicular patrols for the duration of a shift. Provide basic first aid until arrival of local EMS. Maintain knowledge of current state, county & local laws, policies and procedures relevant to the position. Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A current New Jersey Basic Course for Police Officer Certification (formerly known as Class A).
• Currently a Special Officer Class II (SLEO II), which is eligible for a waiver of training from the Basic Course for Police Officers.
• Has completed the Alternate Route Program for the Basic Course for Police Officers (BCPO).

All candidates must meet all conditions as outlined by the New Jersey Police Training Commission licensing requirements. PTC rules found here: Police Licensing Rules Overview. Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, assigned overtime shifts, as required, respond to emergency call-ins as needed, and respond to department call-ins as needed. Overtime is mandatory. Mental and physical ability to maintain high levels of exertion in times of emergencies. Physical ability to lift and carry suspects, prisoners, victims, and people to safe areas. Ability to safely handle their assigned weapons and successfully qualify at the designated range as required. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. A valid driver's license in your state of residence and have had no serious violations (Type A) within the past five (5) years and no more than three (3) moving violations (Type B) in the past three (3) years. University Policy found here: Monmouth University Vehicle Use Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of work and life experience directly relating to:
• Community service/involvement
• Interviewing, public speaking, and conflict resolution skills
• Problem-solving, using creative methods to resolve issues
• Multi-cultural work and life experiences
• Associate's degree, two years of college, trade school, or equivalent education
• Bachelor's degree is highly preferred
• Higher Education public safety experience

Additional Application Material Required

Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Other Document
• Professional References

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:

Barbara Santos or [e-mail] or 732-263-5629

Note to Applicants

Finalists will be required to complete a comprehensive background check, including medical exam, drug test, and psychological evaluation.

Please keep in mind that a job posted as “Open until filled” may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Working at Monmouth University perks

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits
• Tuition Remission for employee upon hire (3 credits per semester)
• Tuition Remission for spouse or civil-union partner and IRS dependent after one-year of full-time continuous employment
• Team Development & Agency Training
• No conflict with PERS and PFRS pension system for retired police officers
• Uniforms Provided by the University
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA, Telehealth and more

To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information | Human Resources | Monmouth University

Department

University Police

Tools and Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment

Work Schedule

Varied as needed

Total Weeks Per Year

52 weeks

Hours Per Week

40 hours

Expected Salary

Police Officer - $26.44 per hour

Union

MUPD

Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled

Equal Opportunity Employer

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