PUBLIC SAFETY

Under the direction of Director James Shea, the Department of Public Safety comprises the Police Department, the Fire Department, the Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (O.E.M.), Parking Enforcement, and Fire Prevention.  Public Safety continues to be a top priority for the Fulop Administration and Director Shea.  The hiring of over 330 police officers since 2013 has helped lift the city’s department from historic lows, to over 900 officers; significantly boosting police presence in some of the most crime-ridden areas.  As one of the state’s largest cities, public safety is paramount.  Another crucial tool in combating crime is community residents.  From anonymous tips to emergency response volunteers, we also need your help to keep Jersey City a safe place to live, work and play.

PUBLIC SAFETY CITIZEN ADVISORY REVIEW BOARD

Recognizing the importance of community engagement to combat crime and enhance public safety, Mayor Fulop established the Citizens Advisory Review Board.  The board meets the first Tuesday of every month to review police data and public safety issues, in turn making programmatic, legislative and training recommendations where opportunities for improvement are found.

• Report an Anonymous Tip
• Become a CERT Volunteer
• Citizen Advisory Review Board Inquiries
• Map of Police Departments & Fire Houses 
• Apply to Become a Police Officer
• Apply to Become a Firefighter
• Information on Body Worn Cameras