TRENTON, NJ – On Wednesday, October 29, the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) will host a Recruitment Open House at their Conference and Training Center at Jones Farm in Ewing, NJ. This event is free and open to any individuals who are interested in starting a career at NJDOC by becoming Correctional Police Officers.
At the Open House, individuals can meet with NJDOC Recruitment Officers and learn more about the hiring process – from information on salary/benefits and qualifications, to learning more about the physical fitness requirements, 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 many a 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 special victims, fugitive and corrections intelligence; the Office of Emergency Management, which provides advanced security planning for high profile events; and more.
WHAT: NJDOC Recruitment Open House
WHERE: NJDOC Conference and Training Center at Jones Farm, 731 Bear Tavern Road, Ewing
WHEN: Wednesday, October 29, 2:30 – 7:30 p.m.
DETAILS: Members of the media who wish to attend are required to RSVP to Dan Sperrazza (Daniel.J.Sperrazza@doc.nj.gov) at NJDOC by 12PM on Wed. October 29 to confirm attendance.