The New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) – the state’s largest law enforcement agency – is seeking dedicated candidates to join its ranks and will host a Recruitment Open House on November 11, 2026, at Semper Marine Hall, Detachment #205 in Cumberland County.
The event will be held from 4-7 p.m. and is free and open to all individuals who are interested in becoming a NJDOC Correctional Police Officer.
Individuals can meet with NJDOC Recruitment Officers and learn more about the hiring process – from information on salary/benefits and qualifications, to the physical fitness requirements, insights into NJDOC’s Training Academy and the roles and responsibilities of Correctional Police Officers. Individuals can also receive onsite assistance filling out the application and guidance on next steps with the application process.
Individuals will also have the opportunity to meet with officers from specialized units and learn more about the variety of unique career paths within the Department, including positions within the nine NJDOC facilities, along with a variety of specialty tracks, including: Special Operations Group, which specializes in K-9s, designated marksmen and critical incident negotiation; Special Investigations Division, which specializes in investigations, fugitive and corrections intelligence; the Office of Emergency Management, which provides advanced security planning for high profile events; and more.
WHAT: NJDOC Fall 2026 Recruitment Open Houses
WHEN: November 12, 2026 – 4-7 p.m.
WHERE: Semper Marine Hall (Detachment #205)
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