Burlington County Department of Corrections are seeking motivated, professional, and dedicated individuals for the position of County Correctional Police Officer. County Correctional Police Officers are responsible for the following: Under supervision, during an assigned tour of duty within an adult county correctional facility or institution, performs a wide variety of tasks in support of the safety, security and welfare of inmates, facility personnel and visitors; performs other related duties as required.
Requirements:
- Candidates must be 18 years of age.
- Must maintain a valid New Jerseys Driver’s license (Probationary License not accepted).
- Must reside in New Jersey.
- Must pass medical and psychological testing.
- Must pass background investigation.
- Must pass drug screening.
- Must be a US Citizen or Naturalized.
Special Qualifications:
Must also be able to successfully complete the following physical assessment prior to attending the police academy:
- Vertical Jump - 12.5 inches or more.
- Sit-ups - 22 repetitions in 1 minute.
- Push-ups - 19 repetitions in 1 minute.
- 300 meter run - 84 seconds or less.
- 1.5 mile run - 19 minutes or less.
Candidates must successfully complete a police training course approved by the New Jersey Police Training Commission. (Academy and Uniforms are paid for by the department).
Such training includes successful attainment of a satisfactory level of proficiency in the use of firearms.
Starting salary: $60,159.
Max salary: $100,227.
Eligible for Overtime compensation.
Benefits: Pension, paid vacation, accrued sick time, health & dental.
Eligible for promotional testing after 3 years of service.
Schedule & Work Hours:
- This is an essential position that requires availability for alternating weekends and holidays as scheduled.
- Officers work a 12-hour Pitman Schedule, which provides a balanced and predictable rotation.
Key Benefits of a Pitman Schedule:
- Every other weekend is a 3-day weekend off.
- No more than 3 consecutive workdays.
- Only 7 workdays in a 14-day period.
This schedule offers extended time off and promotes a healthy work-life balance while maintaining consistent staffing and operational readiness.
Applications must be turned in in person. Please call 609-726-7276 or email bcdocrecruiting@co.burlington.nj.us to set up an appointment.