Institutional Police Officer

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ
Title:
Institutional Police Officer



Department:
Public Safety and Security



Reports To:
Chief of Police



Position Type:
Staff



Position Summary:
Under supervision, provides police services designed to provide assistance and protection to members of the University community and its guests. To enforce the rules, laws and regulations of the University and of the State of New Jersey.



Essential Functions:
  • Patrols and maintains security of all campus properties, as well as contiguous streets.
  • Responsible for making reports, both oral and written, of any irregularities, dangerous conditions, accidents and any other circumstances requiring police assistance.
  • Responds to and investigates calls for service and citizen complaints; initiates corrective action when appropriate, and completes thorough written reports accurately describing action taken.
  • Acts in accordance with provisions of the New Jersey Criminal Code and Departmental policies and procedures.
  • Proactively prevents crime by engaging in foot, vehicle and bicycle patrols of the entire campus and surrounding areas.
  • Must be able to remain calm and decisive in emergencies, performing all duties tactfully and judiciously with a high degree of professionalism.
  • Contributes to the professional image of the Department and the University by conforming to standards of dress, conduct and behavior.
  • Maintains crowd control during university events.
  • Takes needed action as to suspicious persons and conditions and reports significant actions, occurrences and conditions and other matters within the field of police operations.
  • Provides police protection when large sums of money are in transit.
  • Gives first aid in the case of accidents or emergencies.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Prerequisite Qualifications:
  • Must be NJ Police Training Commission Certified SLEOII, Alternate Route Graduate, or Current New Jersey Police Officer with 2 + years’ experience.
  • Age: 18-35 (For Enrollment in PFRS) Over 35 for PERS
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Must pass medical and psychological examinations as required.
  • Must pass a drug screening.
  • Must pass a complete criminal history and background check.
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. (Min. 60 college credits preferred)
  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
  • Ability to take direction and work harmoniously with associates, superior officers, campus visitors, students, faculty and others.
  • Must be able to qualify with the department issued firearm pursuant to the schedule and course of fire as determined by the Attorney General of New Jersey.
  • At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Bargaining Unit:
FOP



Range/Band:
18



Salary Information:
In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position is $50,642.00- $67,398.00 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.


To learn more about the comprehensive benefits NJIT offers for this position, please visit our benefits page:



FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Full-Time
  • New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment across our teaching, research, and workplace communities. NJIT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion, ancestry, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, and are dedicated to ensuring access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in all employment, programs, services, and activities.
  • Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator. For more information on the act please click here.
  • If special accommodations are needed in applying for a position, please visit the Department of Human Resources located in Fenster Hall, Room 500, University Heights, Newark, NJ 07102 or call (973) 596-3140. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department at [email protected].
  • Information regarding NJIT campus security, personal safety, and fire safety including topics such as, disciplinary procedures, crime prevention, NJIT Police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, and crime statistics for the most recent three year period is available on the NJIT Department of Public Safety here.
  • NJIT is an E-Verify employer and uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization of each new hire.

Posted 2026-04-03

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