The Ocean Sheriff’s Office is governed by the regulations promulgated by the New Jersey Department of Personnel. We may only hire Sheriff's Officers 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.
Civil Service Commission View Open Positions
* All descriptions currently listed include but are not limited to the following:
Benefits of being a Sheriff’s Officer:
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
Benefits of being a Non-Sworn Employee:
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
Contact Personnel:
ocsheriffrecruiter@co.ocean.nj.us
Ocean County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment opportunities
OPEN: Public Safety Telecommunicator Trainee
The Ocean County Sheriff's Office is currently accepting Resumes for the position of Public Safety Telecommunicator Trainee.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must have the following Certifications:
• EMERGENCY MEDICAL DISPATCH – EMD
• BASIC TELECOMMUNICATOR CLASS - BTC
• CARDIO PULMONARY RESUSCITATION - CPR
You must also meet the following requirements:
• 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
• Good computer skills
Only if you meet the above requirements may you then submit your resume, along with a copy of your certifications to the following email: OCSheriffRecruiter@co.ocean.nj.us
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