Recruitment/ Employment

Civil Service Commission
Contact us: mail icon OCSheriffrecruiter@co.ocean.nj.us

The Ocean Sheriff’s Office is governed by the regulations promulgated by the New Jersey Department of Personnel. We may only hire from a list that is supplied to us by the state. Individuals wishing to pursue a career with our department must obtain a test application through the New Jersey Department of Personnel. Any additional information may be obtained through The New Jersey Department of Personnel.

The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office is a NEW JERSEY CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION - LAW ENFORCEMENT jurisdiction. All phases of the recruitment, selection and hiring process for entry level law enforcement positions conform to the rules and regulations established by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission and municipal ordinance. Entry level examinations are conducted exclusively by the New Jersey Department of Personnel once every two years. To view job specifications for becoming a Sheriff’s Officer view the NEW JERSEY CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION - LAW ENFORCEMENT website and search code 03694 for specifications.

* All descriptions currently listed include but are not limited to the following:

Assets of being a Sheriff’s Officer:


Police and Firemen’s Retirement System (PFRS)
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Medical Benefits, family plan package available
Opportunity for promotion
Local Union #379
PBA

Mandatory Qualifications for Sworn Personnel:


Citizen of the United States
Resident of Ocean County
Must read, write and speak the English language
Minimum of 18 years of age
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Valid NJ Driver’s License
Free of criminal conviction
Good moral character

Steps to becoming a Sheriff’s Officer:

  • Written Civil Service Test

  • Background Investigation

  • Physical Agility Test

  • Oral Interview

  • Psychological Exam

  • Medical and Drug Screening



Assets of being a Non-Sworn Employee:


N.J. Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Medical Benefits, family plan package available
Opportunity for promotion
Local Union #32
Teamsters

NJSA 40A: 14-122)


Mandatory Qualifications for Non-Sworn Personnel:


Citizen of the United States
Resident of Ocean County
Must read, write and speak the English language
Must be 18 years or older
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Valid NJ Driver’s License
Free of criminal conviction
Good moral character

For more information on becoming an employee of the Ocean County Sheriff's Office visit the Department of Employee Relations.

Ocean County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Learn more on how to become a Public Safety Telecommunicator with our 911/Communications Division

Contact Personnel:
Lieutenant Craig Johnson
phone icon  732-341-3451
mail icon  ocsheriffrecruiter@co.ocean.nj.us