Public Safety Employment Opportunities
Employment Process Explained
Overview • Assignments • Benefits • Contact Information
Overview
Rowan University Public Safety offers two types of public safety positions. Our law enforcement officers are selected from our Security Officer ranks, Title Code 32261, http://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/32261.htm. Rowan Public Safety periodically seeks qualified applicants to fill vacant positions within the organization, and actively participates in recruitment efforts. All applications are submitted to the Rowan University Human Resource Department. Those applications are then turned over to Public Safety and screened. Qualified applicants are interviewed for the position by the selection committee appointed by the Assistant Vice President of Public Safety, or designee.
When an open position becomes available in the Public Safety Law Enforcement Division an announcement is made to fill the vacancies. Rowan Public Safety Security candidates are encouraged to make application. Applicants are screened, and interviewed for the position of campus police officer, Title Code 32271, http://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/32271.htm or campus police officer bilingual in Spanish and English, Title Code 32271C, http://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/32271C.htm. Once a selection is made, candidates must successfully pass the civil service examination.
There are six steps remaining to becoming a Public Safety employee. Please address these steps and take the necessary initiatives to begin your exciting career!
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Step One
Orientation and Initial Interview
Conducted by assigned background investigators who shall review and issue an information packet containing job description, salary guide, benefits and available career paths within the Law Enforcement Division. The background investigators shall also answer any questions the applicant may have, review the application for employment, verify the candidate’s identification, verify possession of a valid New Jersey driver’s license and arrange for submission of fingerprints and photo for a criminal records check.
If you fail to complete any portion of the selection process or falsify any information your name shall be removed from consideration and you will not be considered for reapplication.
Step Two
Review of Completed Application
Assigned Background Investigator shall review the application for completeness and accuracy. Applicants will not be rejected for minor omissions or deficiencies and will be given an opportunity to make corrections during the application process, prior to examination or interview.
If you fail to complete any portion of the selection process or falsify any information your name shall be removed from consideration and you will not be considered for reapplication.
Step Three
Formal Board Interview
Conducted before a panel of superior officers to gauge and score candidates response to a series of subjective questions relating to the position.
The Assistant Vice President and the Senior Director of Public Safety will make formal recommendations to the Rowan Human Resource Office. Human Resources will make employment offers based on recommendations made by Public Safety.
Step 4
Background Investigation
Includes verification of employment, education, credit history, law enforcement contacts, reference checks and interviews with friends, family and neighbors which is documented in the background investigators detailed report to the Senior Director of Public Safety.
The background investigation includes, but is not be limited to:
- Criminal history check.
- Motor vehicle history check.
- Review of past employment and correspondence with past employer(s).
- Verification with at least three personal references.
- Financial history check.
- Interview of the candidate’s neighbor
Step 5
(Police Only)
Psychological Evaluation
Conducted by a psychologist who tests and evaluates the candidate, prepares a detailed report on their findings which includes a recommendation on the candidate’s fitness for the position of Police Officer.
Step 6
(Police Only)
Medical Examination
Conducted by a medical physician who shall gauge the candidate’s physical health, prepare a detailed report on their findings, which includes a recommendation on the candidate’s suitability for employment. If the selection is for campus police officer, their ability to successfully participate in mandatory Basic Police Academy physical training program.
If you are selected after completing the six portions of the selection process for campus police officer, you will then be required to complete a six-month Basic Police Academy.
If you successfully pass all portions of the selection process and are not selected for employment, your name shall be retained for future vacancies and you shall remain eligible for reapplication.
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Assignments
If selected for employment with Rowan University Public Safety, you will have the opportunity to be assigned to a variety of specialized assignments and receive a comprehensive benefits package. Assignments include Campus Security Officer, Campus Police Officer, Detective Bureau, Segway Patrol, Bike Patrol, Canine Officer, Firearms Instructor, Community Policing and Evidence Management. There are many opportunities for specialized law enforcement. These include special operations with the Gloucester County Narcotics Taskforce, the Emergency Response Team, and other assignments to assist local, State and Federal Law Enforcement agencies.
Benefits
- Paid vacation:
0 to 5 years employment = 12 days
6 to 12 years employment =15 days
13 to 20 years employment = 20 days
21+ years employment = 25 days
- Sick days: 1 day per month for 1st year employment, and 15 days per year for each subsequent year of employment. Accumulated sick time may be cashed in up to a maximum of $15,000.Medical and prescription coverage with optional dental and optical coverage.
- Retirement plan based on your age at date of hire:
Age 35 and under are eligible for Police and Fire Retirement System.
Age 35 and over, are eligible for Public Employees Retirement System.
- College Tuition Waiver for Full-time Rowan University Employees
- Starting Campus Police Recruit Salary is $40,000.00
- Starting Campus Security salary of $32,484.07, with an automatic salary step increase every year up to maximum contract pay of $45,497.63
- Starting Campus Police Officer salary of $46,908.42 with an automatic salary step increase every year up to maximum contract pay of $68,024.15
- Regular workday of 8 hours, which includes two 15 minute paid breaks and one 30 minute, paid meal break.
Contact Information
Please refer any questions to Public Safety Accreditation Manager Peter Amico at 856-256-4532, or email amicop@rowan.edu, or Rowan University Staffing Coordinator Stephanie Cozzone at 856-256-4135, or email cozzone@rowan.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rowan University Public Safety.
Thank you,
Peter L. Amico
Accreditation Manager
Rowan University Public Safety
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