"Patrol Officer I"

Job Details

Patrol Officer I
Job Category: Police
Requisition Number: PATRO001125
Posted: July 14, 2025
Full Time
On-site
Rate: $19.25 USD per hour

Monmouth University Main Campus
West Long Branch, NJ

Monmouth University Police Department is seeking Applications for PATROL OFFICER I positions.

Entry-level applicants who do not possess current training and certification as police officers in New Jersey will be considered but are required to attend a New Jersey Police Academy, meet the requirements for the Basic Police Course, and commit to employment as a Patrol Officer with Monmouth University for a period of 3 years. Costs to attend the police academy training are paid by the university. Trainees are paid $19.25 per hour.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.
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:

• These positions are open to entry-level applicants OR applicants who possess a current New Jersey Basic Course for Police Officer Certification (formerly known as Class A);OR are a Special Officer Class II (SLEO II), which is eligible for a waiver of training from the Basic Course for Police Officers; OR have 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 is a plus.

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 should upload the following:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Other Document
• Professional References

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Barbara Santos or bsantos@monmouth.edu or 732-263-5629

Note to Applicants:
Finalists will be required to complete a comprehensive background check, including medical exam, drug test, polygraph, 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 (8% employer contribution)
• 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
• NJ PTC Certified Police Academy Training paid by the University (for entry-level applicants)
• Team Development & Agency Training
• No conflict with PERS 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:

Total Weeks Per Year: 52 weeks

Hours Per Week: 40 hours

Expected Salary: Trainees - $19.25 per hour
Patrol Officer - $24.00 per hour

Union: MUPD

Job Posting Close Date Open until filled