# University Police Department You should feel safe wherever your day takes you on campus. Our University Police Department is here 24/7 to protect you, respond quickly, and support a campus environment where you can focus on learning, living, and thriving. ## Who We Are The Montclair State University Police Department is a fully sworn, professional law enforcement agency dedicated to keeping you safe on campus. All police officers are trained and certified by the New Jersey State Police Training Commission and complete a rigorous basic training program at the Passaic County Police Academy. The department is currently staffed by: - **33 full-time police officers** patrol on foot, bike, and vehicle around the clock, respond to emergencies, and work proactively to prevent incidents before they happen. - **Seven dispatchers work behind the scenes** to make sure the right help reaches you quickly, when and where you need it. ## What We Do We enforce all state and local laws, as well as university rules and regulations. The University PD also implements programs and services designed to promote public safety, crime prevention and community awareness. Beyond enforcement, our officers are here to support you. Whether you need assistance, have a safety concern, or just want peace of mind while moving across campus, **we focus on visibility, approachability, and building trust** — so you always know help is close by. ### Patrol Division Our Patrol Division is the backbone of day-to-day campus safety. **Uniformed officers patrol campus on foot, bike, and by vehicle 24 hours a day, seven days a week** — responding quickly to emergencies and addressing concerns as they arise. From handling criminal and non-criminal calls to managing traffic, responding to EMS requests, and enforcing state and motor vehicle laws, patrol officers are often the first point of contact when you need help. Their **constant presence** helps prevent incidents and maintain a safe, orderly campus environment. ### Emergency Call Boxes Emergency call boxes are located throughout the campus and are easily recognized by the **BLUE LIGHT** above the phone. These emergency phones connect you directly to the University Police Department. ### Detective Bureau When a crime is reported, our Detective Bureau takes it from there. Specially trained detectives handle follow-up investigations, work to identify and apprehend offenders, and manage evidence tied to each case. Beyond investigations, detectives also support you in moments that matter — offering crisis intervention, helping connect you to legal and medical resources, and making sure you’re aware of the services available to you through University Police. **A detective is always on call**, 24/7, so support is never far away. ### Community Services & Programs Safety works best when it’s a shared effort. Our Community Services & Programs focus on building strong relationships between University Police and the campus community through education, outreach, and prevention. Officers provide programs and resources around **self-defense, sexual assault prevention, online safety, emergency preparedness, and residential and office safety**. By keeping communication open and working together, we’re able to identify concerns early and improve quality of life across campus. ### Professional Standards Division Our Professional Standards Division exists to make sure we earn — and keep — your trust. This team **oversees accountability, transparency, and the overall quality** of police services on campus. Through regular oversight, including **mandatory drug testing** and a formal **Early Warning System** that monitors officer conduct, this division works to identify concerns early and take corrective action when needed. The goal is simple: uphold integrity, strengthen community trust, and ensure policing on campus meets the highest professional standards. ### Transparency in Action Our officers use **body-worn cameras** to promote transparency, accountability, and trust during interactions on campus. These cameras help document incidents accurately, protect both students and officers, and support fair, objective review when questions arise. It’s one more way we work to ensure safety while holding ourselves to high professional standards. ## Meet the Chief **Chief Timothy Fox** officially assumed the role of Chief of Police and Associate Vice President at Montclair State University on July 1, 2025. A proud graduate of Montclair State University, Chief Fox has served the University community for more than two decades, beginning his career in 2004 and rising through every rank of the department. ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/Fox-46_0.jpg?h=1e66e246&itok=HqrW-mq0) ### [Timothy Fox](/faculty-staff/timothy-fox) - Associate Vice President and Chief of Police Go to the previous slide 1/ Go to the next slide ## We’re Here To Help For non-emergency questions and comments, please reach out to us. [University Police Department](https://inside.montclair.edu/health-safety-wellness/university-police-department-upd) The Montclair State University Police Department provides 24/7 police services, emergency response, crime prevention and public safety programs for the Montclair State community. - - Telephone [973-655-5222](tel:973-655-5222) Bloomfield Campus Safety - - Address Address 225 Liberty Street, Lower Level