Wallington Police Department

The Wallington Police Department has a long history of dedicated service to the residents of Wallington. Starting around 1911 with just a single officer working from his home, the department has grown significantly over the years to meet the needs of our community. Today, we are proud to serve with 22 officers, 3 Special Law Enforcement Officers (SLEO III) assigned to our schools, and 17 crossing guards.

Technology has also advanced alongside our growth. In 1915, the department added its first phone line, Gregory-1715, and officer calls were communicated via a green light outside the police station. Today, we rely on modern tools such as radio communications, computers mounted in police vehicles, automated license plate readers, and cameras to assist in deterring crime and responding to the needs of our residents.

I immigrated to the United States from Poland in 1972 and attended the Wallington Public School System, graduating from Wallington High School in 1989. In 1994, I volunteered with the Wallington Police Department as a Class One Special Police Officer under the leadership of Captain Floyd Norris.

The year 1996 was particularly eventful: in January, I was hired by the Sussex County Sheriff's Office as a corrections officer and attended the New Jersey Corrections Officer Training Academy (COTA). Later that year, in August, I was hired by the Wallington Police Department and attended the Bergen County Police Academy, Class #77 ("First in Blue, Second to None").

Since joining the department, I have served in various roles: patrol officer, a key member of the team that computerized the Wallington Police Department, IT Supervisor, DARE Instructor, TAC Coordinator, Training Supervisor, Accreditation Manager, Field Training Officer, Policy and Standards Coordinator, and Internal Affairs Supervisor. My current role is Captain, Officer in Charge of the Police Department.

During my tenure, my goal is to instill a strong sense of teamwork among our officers, all while prioritizing service to the community. This includes continuous training, creative use of available technology, expanding our Community Outreach team, promoting L.E.A.D. education in our schools, building on the success of the 2024 National Night Out, and collaborating with the Mayor, Council, and community partners to ensure the success of the Wallington Police Department.

Having served the Wallington Police Department and its residents for over 30 years in various capacities, I am grateful for the opportunity to lead this department. Thank you for entrusting me with this responsibility.

Officer in Charge