[Added 12-22-2020 by Ord.
No. 29-2020]
In accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:14-141, the position of Police
Chaplain for the Township of Mount Olive is hereby established. The
position of Police Chaplain shall be a volunteer position without
rank, under the supervision of the Chief of Police or the Chief's
designee.
[Added 12-22-2020 by Ord.
No. 29-2020]
The Chief of Police may recommend annually to the Mayor candidates
the Chief believes meet the qualifications of N.J.S.A. 40A:14-141
and any applicable rules and regulations of the Township Police Department.
All applicants shall be reviewed by the Chief. Police Chaplains shall
be appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the Township
Council.
[Added 12-22-2020 by Ord.
No. 29-2020]
Up to four Police Chaplains may be appointed at any given time,
with each appointment for a term of one year.
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No. 29-2020]
Any person appointed as Chaplain shall be an ordained clergyman
or clergywoman in good standing in the religious body from which selected.
The Chaplain shall be a certified Police Chaplain credentialed in
accordance with the rules and regulations of the Township Police Department
and shall be qualified in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:14-141.
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No. 29-2020]
The duties and responsibilities of the Police Chaplain shall
include, but not be limited to, assisting the Mount Olive Police Department
in any duties assigned by the Chief of Police that pertain to the
Police Chaplaincy, including but not limited to, community policing
initiatives and death notifications.