F&W-2025-15 Conservation Police Officer 1

The Conservation Police Officer 1 position is a sworn law enforcement officer who enforces laws related to fish and wildlife resources in New Jersey. The job involves conducting field investigations, patrolling designated areas, and educating the public about environmental laws and regulations. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and completion of police training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Biology, Biostatistics, Microbiology, Natural Science, Zoology, Marine Science, Wildlife Biology, Marine Biology, Animal Science, Botany, Physics, Wildlife Science/Conservation, Fisheries Science, Wildlife Management, Conservation Law Enforcement, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or Environmental Science
• 20 credit hours in Fisheries Science, Wildlife Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management or Biological Sciences
• Citizenship of the United States of America
• 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license
• Satisfactory completion of police training course
• Ability to pass a Physical Training Assessment
• Ability to establish residence in the approved residency area within 90 days of completion of the Working Test Period

Benefits

• Paid Benefit Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Commuter Tax Savings Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement