Monmouth County, NJ Civil Service Jobs & Employers
Local civil service jurisdictions in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
Monmouth County has 25 confirmed local civil service jurisdictions, starting with Monmouth County government itself. Alongside the county, 24 local employers in the county participate in New Jersey's civil service system: 16 municipalities, 1 public library, 2 housing authorities, 1 municipal utilities authority, and 4 fire districts.
Every employer listed below hires through the same civil service process the state uses: you take a competitive exam for the title you want, your score places you on an eligibility list, and the employer appoints from the top of that list. The underlying job specifications — duties, minimum qualifications, and salary ranges — are the same statewide titles used across New Jersey, so a title you qualify for in Monmouth County is the same title you would find in any other civil service jurisdiction.
To find a local government job in Monmouth County, start by identifying the title you qualify for, watch for the exam announcement, and apply during the open filing period. Some non-competitive and unclassified local titles are filled without an exam, but most competitive positions require passing the test and being reachable on the list.
Pay and staffing across Monmouth County
21 of Monmouth County's civil service jurisdictions report pension membership. The midpoint reports a median pensionable salary of $73,546, and the spread inside one county is wide: Asbury Park City reports $98,032 against $38,160 at Belmar Housing Authority, a factor of 2.6. Local government pay is set by ordinance rather than a State salary schedule, which is why neighbouring towns diverge this far.
| Jurisdiction | Enrolled members | Median pensionable salary | Median service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asbury Park City | 233 | $98,032 | 11.1 yrs |
| Holmdel Township | 108 | $90,913 | 11 yrs |
| Hazlet Fire District (1) | 1 | $90,508 | 28.3 yrs |
| Aberdeen Township | 103 | $89,728 | 10.3 yrs |
| Keansburg | 78 | $89,414 | 10.7 yrs |
| Marlboro Township | 201 | $82,816 | 10.2 yrs |
| Manasquan Borough | 52 | $81,231 | 10.7 yrs |
| Lake Como Borough | 10 | $77,148 | 18.8 yrs |
| Hazlet Township | 93 | $76,401 | 10.6 yrs |
| Belmar Borough | 80 | $75,551 | 8.9 yrs |
| Freehold Township | 202 | $73,546 | 9.3 yrs |
| Freehold Borough | 76 | $72,541 | 12.2 yrs |
| Union Beach | 44 | $71,797 | 8.8 yrs |
| Long Branch | 305 | $69,211 | 9 yrs |
| Highlands Borough | 36 | $67,511 | 8.5 yrs |
| Keyport Borough | 47 | $65,932 | 9.6 yrs |
| Middletown Township | 344 | $65,431 | 10.3 yrs |
| Monmouth County | 2,061 | $63,170 | 10 yrs |
| Manasquan Fire District (1) | 1 | $48,876 | 18.8 yrs |
| Red Bank Housing Authority | 5 | $43,813 | 3.4 yrs |
| Belmar Housing Authority | 1 | $38,160 | 7.7 yrs |
These figures are pensionable salary reported to the NJ Division of Pensions and Benefits for the four most recent quarters, not total pay and not take-home pay. Snapshot of March 31, 2026. How we compile this.
Civil service employers in Monmouth County
County Government (1)
Municipalitys (16)
Public Library (1)
Housing Authoritys (2)
Municipal Utilities Authority (1)
Fire Districts (4)
Frequently asked questions
Is Monmouth County a civil service jurisdiction?
Yes. Monmouth County government is a confirmed New Jersey Title 11A civil service jurisdiction, along with 24 other local employers in the county. They hire through competitive exams and eligibility lists.
Which employers in Monmouth County use civil service?
25 confirmed local civil service jurisdictions are listed for Monmouth County, including 16 municipalities, 1 public library, 2 housing authorities, 1 municipal utilities authority, and 4 fire districts. Each is listed on this page with a link to its profile.
How do I get a local government job in Monmouth County?
Find the civil service title you qualify for, watch for its exam announcement, and apply during the open filing period. Passing the exam places you on an eligibility list; the employer appoints from the top of that list. The same statewide job specifications and salary ranges apply across every civil service jurisdiction.
What if my Monmouth County town isn't listed here?
The CSC listing is complete, so a Monmouth County municipality that does not appear is not currently a Title 11A civil service jurisdiction. It hires under its own personnel rules. You can confirm any specific employer with the civil service status lookup.
What does a civil service job in Monmouth County pay?
Across the 21 civil service jurisdictions in Monmouth County that report pension membership, the midpoint median pensionable salary is $73,546, ranging from $38,160 to $98,032. These figures are pensionable salary reported to the NJ Division of Pensions and Benefits for the four most recent quarters, not total pay and not take-home pay.
How many public employees are in Monmouth County?
21,486 active pension memberships are reported at employers located in Monmouth County. That covers every public employer there, not only civil service jurisdictions, so it includes school districts, colleges and authorities alongside towns.
Next steps
- Learn how the NJ civil service exam works and how to apply.
- Understand how eligibility lists turn into job offers.
- See how local government civil service works across New Jersey.
- Browse the full civil service employer directory for every county.
- Read: Is your town civil service? A directory of NJ's 428 local jurisdictions.