Your Riverside Police
The members of the Riverside Police Department take great pride in our commitment to "Protecting and Serving" the residents, businesses, and visitors of Riverside Township.
Every day, we dedicate ourselves to safeguarding our community with vigilance, professionalism, and respect.
We recognize that effective policing is built on strong partnerships. Through a proactive community policing philosophy, we work to foster trust, transparency, and collaboration. Our officers immerse themselves in the life of the township—engaging residents through outreach initiatives, educational programs, neighborhood events, and ongoing dialogue designed to strengthen relationships and enhance quality of life.
Our award-winning community policing efforts have earned recognition from the New Jersey Attorney General, the New Jersey General Assembly, the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office, the Burlington County Chamber of Commerce, and ASIS International, among others. These honors reflect our unwavering commitment to innovation, service, and community partnership.
Above all, we strive to deliver the highest quality of police service while remaining grounded in our four core principles: Professionalism, Integrity, Honor, and Courage. These values guide every interaction, every decision, and every action we take as we proudly serve Riverside Township.
- Professionalism
- Integrity
- Honor
- Courage
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Facts and Information
the Riverside Police Department
Presently employs 21 full-time Officers and one part-time Records Clerk. The full-time officers include the Chief of Police, three Lieutenants, three Sergeants, and two School Resource Officers.
In addition to our awards for community policing we have been recognized by Mother Against Drunk Driving, NJ Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NJ State Association of Chiefs of Police, 200 Club of Burlington County, and have been selected by Courier Post Readers as "Best of South Jersey."
Call us at 856-461-8820
The full-time officers include the Chief of Police, Captain, Lieutenant, two Sergeants, twelve Patrolman, one School Resource Officer and one Class II Officer.
- Foot Patrols
- Bike Patrols
- Bicycle Registration
- Public Speaking
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Our mission is to maintain the quality of life we enjoy, and to ensure Riverside is a safe place to live, work and play. Recognized by the New Jersey General Assembly, the Riverside Police Department has instituted an award-winning community policing program. It also has received awards from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), ASIS International and the Burlington County 200 Club.
Serving Riverside Township for over 100 years
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🍂🎃 THE PREPARATIONS HAVE BEGUN! 👻🚔
The Riverside Police Department is getting ready for our Riverside Police Fall Festival & Night Market Fall Festival & Night Market featuring the Haunted Police Station!
This year is extra special as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Riverside Haunted Police Station! 💀 And the transformation has already begun… 👀
This year’s Haunted Police Station theme is FRACTURED FAIRY TALES 🏰🪞📖 — where the stories you grew up with may not have the happily-ever-after you remember. 😈
Between now and the event, we’ll periodically be sharing stories from this year’s Fractured Fairy Tales theme, giving you a glimpse into the twisted tales and characters waiting inside. Follow along… if you dare. 👻
Join us Saturday, October 24, from 6–9 PM for a FREE night of community, food, shopping and Halloween fun!
🎃 80+ local vendors & crafters
🚚 Food trucks & treats
🎶 Music
🏰 Inflatables & family fun
🪓 Axe throwing
🍺 Beer garden
🚗 Trunk or Treat
👻 Haunted Police Station — optional walkthrough for those who dare!
We’re excited to welcome Chick-fil-A and Flying Pig Tavern, along with an incredible lineup of local vendors and small businesses. Check out the flyer to see who’s joining us!
📍 Riverside Police Department – Scott Street, Riverside, NJ
📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM
We’ll also be sharing behind-the-scenes looks as the station transforms, so keep watching our page. The fairy tales are beginning to fracture… 🪞💀
Who’s ready for Year 10? 🎃👻🚔
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Awesome news! Thank you Amauri!
Congratulations 🎊
thank you all, very excited to be a part of the community and help
SERVE. PROTECT. LEAD.
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Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Email [email protected] with any questions.
OR follow this link to fill out Interest Form to tell us about yourself:
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Just don't get caught on a camera wearing a shirt that offends a certain officer. You'll be accused of ridiculous stuff and not hired.
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