MONMOUTH COUNTY – On May 22, the Monmouth County Police Academy graduated another 93 newly sworn law enforcement and corrections officers.
A ceremony was held at Brookdale Community College where the recruits received their official police training commission certifications.
Of the 93 graduates, 17 are recruits of the 96th Basic Course for Police Officers, 67 are recruits from the 46th and 47th Basic Course for Class II Special Law Enforcement Officers and 9 are recruits from the 38th Basic Course for County Corrections Officers, according to Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden. Six officers from the basic recruit class and one officer from the corrections class are from the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office.
“By successfully completing this training, these fine men and women have demonstrated their commitment to law enforcement and corrections,” said Sheriff Golden, whose agency runs the Monmouth County Police Academy. “That is a great privilege, since there is no higher responsibility, than maintaining public safety. I’m proud of their accomplishments and commend all for a job well done.”
Police officer recruits completed a 20 week, 780-hour training program. Class II Special Law Enforcement Officer recruits completed a four month program, 600-hour training program.
Recruits train in patrol concepts, defensive driving, professional development, weaponry and unarmed defense, criminal investigation, ethics, emergency medical care and physical training, along with a host of other courses.
“Through their strong commitment and hard work, we can be sure that these graduates will serve our residents and communities well as they begin successful careers in law enforcement,” said Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni.
County Corrections Officer recruits completed a 13-week training where they engaged in physical training and drill, learned how to properly use firearms, batons, handcuffing techniques and mechanical restraints, and trained for unarmed self-defense and emergency medical response. Classroom instruction included topics on law enforcement and ethics, stress management, contraband and evidence processing, characteristics of inmates and drug interdiction and identification.
“These selfless men and women have committed their professional lives to serving in public safety and I applaud them,” said Freeholder Lillian G. Burry, liaison to the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office and member of the Police Academy Board of Directors. “Their extensive training and personal character leave them well-prepared for a career in law enforcement and we are truly grateful for their efforts.”
The following graduates received the Academic Award:
- 96th BCPO & 46th SLEO II Co-Mingled Class: Justin R. Poblete – Bradley Beach Police Department
- 47th SLEO II: William S. Tartis – Brielle Police Department
- 38th BCCCO: Helder Paredes – Middlesex County Corrections
The Marksmanship Award:
- 96th BCPO & 46th SLEO II Co-Mingled Class: Justin R. Derasmo – Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office
- 47th SLEO II: William S. Tartis – Brielle Police Department
- 38th BCCCO: Helder Paredes – Middlesex County Corrections
Physical Training Award:
- 96th BCPO & 46th SLEO II Co-Mingled Class: Brittany Johnson – Allenhurst Police Department
- 47th SLEO II: David T. Dillon – Middletown Police Department
- 38th BCCCO: Jose Xicara – Union County Corrections
Merit Award:
- 96th BCPO & 46th SLEO II: Brendan J. Kenny – Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office
- 47th SLEO II: Paul A. Hallock – Belmar PD
- 38th BCCCO: Jose Xicara – Union County Corrections
Traffic Officers Association Award:
- 96th BCPO & 46th SLEO II Co-Mingled Class: Michael Morse – Long Branch Police Department
- 47th SLEO II: Matthew T. Golmbieski – Monmouth Beach Police Department; Christopher McDermott – Spring Lake Police Department
Outstanding Trainee Award:
- 96th BCPO & 46th SLEO II Co-Mingled Class: Justin R. Poblete – Bradley Beach Police Department
- 47th SLEO II: William S. Tartis – Brielle Police Department
- 38th BCCCO: Jose Xicara – Union County Corrections
