Law Enforcement Security Enlisted Careers NY NJ Job Trenton area,New Jersey USA,Security

In any large community like the Navy, law enforcement and security are essential. Whether executing crime prevention programs or carrying out anti-terrorism measures, the Sailors working as the Navy’s military police are equipped to handle any situation. Provide security on ships, at bases, and at military installations all around the world. Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory.

The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The law enforcement and security community provides a wide range of critical services to every part of the Navy. In this role, you’ll serve as a Master-at-Arms, which means you may:

Provide security and physical protection for service members

Assist in crowd control and riot prevention

Operate military prisons (brigs) aboard ships and on shore

Handle and care and training for dogs that detect narcotics and explosives

Provide protective service to high-ranking dignitaries and government officials

PAY AND BENEFITS

From the day you start, you’ll receive:

Competitive salary

Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment

Free health insurance

Free housing

A retirement plan

Paid training

College credit

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill, up to 100% tuition

Professional credentials and certifications

College credit hours toward a bachelor’s or associate degree through the American Council on Education

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

U.S. citizen or Green Card

High school graduate or G.E.D

17 years of age to 41 years of age

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

As an Enlisted Sailor working in law enforcement, you will have the chance to work in a number of environments. Though sometimes you may work behind a desk, you will often be out interacting with the community in a law enforcement capacity. You can expect to work at shore stations in the United States and overseas, aboard ships or as part of a maritime security squadron.

In short, your assignments could take you anywhere in the world.

PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES

There are part-time opportunities in law enforcement and security. Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Masters-at-Arms in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.

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