Certified
Job Announcement:
Entry Level / Certified Full Time Officers
The Lindenwold Police Department is seeking to hire full-time entry level officers or officers who currently hold an active PTC BCPO certification. We are looking to hire dedicated and energetic individuals who have a passion for community policing. We currently employ 44 Sworn Police Officers, 3 Special Law Enforcement Officers (SLEO III), 5 Civilian Employees, and approximately 20 Crossing Guards. We offer competitive benefits and salary as well as excellent training and equipment.
Requirement Qualifications:
The position is for an entry-level police officer and officers with active PTC BCPO Certifications
Entry Level Applicants would be required to attend the Camden County Police Academy in January 2027.
Additional Requirements:
-Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
-Must be 18 years of age and less than 35 years of age at the time of appointment.
-Must be a resident of New Jersey and a citizen of the United States.
-Must possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license.
-Applicants must be of good moral and ethical character.
-Must not have been convicted of any criminal offense or offenses involving moral depravity.
-Entry Level Full Time Salary: $57,897.63
Application Fee Waiver Requests
In cases of financial hardship, eligible applicants may request a waiver of the application fee. To do so, please email rbrennan@lindenwoldpd.com with a brief explanation of your circumstances. Requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and applicants will receive a follow-up email once a decision has been made. In most cases, decisions are provided within 48 hours of receiving the request.
Full Time Benefits include:
- Health Insurance
- Vision Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Vacation, Personal and Sick Days
- NJ Police & Fire Retirement System
- Clothing Allowance
- Shift Differential
HIRING PROCESS:
1. Application Review
2. Background Investigation
3. Oral Interview
4. Pre-PT Assessment for enrollment at academy
5. Drug screening, medical screening, psychological screening
6. Conditional Offer of Employment
The Lindenwold Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Please direct questions regarding this position to rbrennan@lindenwoldpd.com
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