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Are you considering a career in law enforcement? Would you like to support, serve and protect your community? Do you have the desire to become a member of the West New York Police Department? If you are a West New York Resident, at least 18 years of age, a United States Citizen, and you posses a high school education and valid New Jersey Driver's License, you may be eligible.

Benefits Include …

• Over $100,000 a year for a senior patrol police officer

• Up to five weeks paid vacation

• Lifetime medical benefits including dental, prescription, and optical plans

• A retirement pension of at least 60% of your final salary after 25 years

• Job security and room for advancement

The West New York Police Department is a civil service employer and is governed by rules set forth by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. As a result, we select candidates from eligibility lists that are supplied to us by the State of New Jersey. Individuals wishing to pursue a career with the West New York Police Department must obtain a Law Enforcement Exam (LEE) test application through the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. For specific information regarding eligibility requirements and testing, please call the New Jersey Civil Service Commission's Information Center at (609) 292-4144 or visit their web site.