Monmouth County Sheriff's Office Now Recognized As 6-Star Accredited Agency

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FREEHOLD, NJ — Sheriff Shaun Golden is proud to announce that the Monmouth County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has officially become the first agency in New Jersey to achieve accreditation through the newly established Emergency Management Accreditation New Jersey (EMANJ) program.

With this achievement, the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office is now recognized as a 6-Star Accredited Agency, further reflecting the agency’s ongoing commitment to professional excellence, accountability, and the highest standards in public safety service.

“This accreditation is a testament to the professionalism, dedication, and the forward-thinking approach of our Office of Emergency Management,” said Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden.

“Being recognized as the first EMANJ-accredited agency in the state underscores our commitment to protecting residents, strengthening preparedness, and setting the standard for emergency management operations across New Jersey," Golden continued. "Combined with the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office now being recognized as a 6-Star Accredited Agency, this accomplishment reflects our agency’s unwavering pursuit of excellence in every area of service.”

The EMANJ program is a voluntary statewide initiative designed to provide emergency management agencies with a standardized mechanism to assess capabilities, strengthen operations, and enhance overall preparedness.

Through a comprehensive evaluation process, participating agencies demonstrate adherence to best practices, operational readiness, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

The accreditation process involved an in-depth review of policies, plans, training programs, exercises, and operational capabilities. Monmouth County OEM successfully demonstrated compliance with rigorous standards that reflect national-level best practices adapted for New Jersey’s unique risk profile.

“This achievement reflects the collective effort of our entire emergency management team and our strong partnerships with municipal, county, state, and private-sector stakeholders,” said Scott R. Nielsen, OEM Coordinator for Monmouth County.

“The EMANJ program provides a valuable framework for continuous improvement, and we are proud to lead the way in advancing emergency management capabilities not only in Monmouth County, but across the state," Nielsen continued. "This recognition also adds to the broader excellence of the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office as a 6-Star Accredited Agency.”

Monmouth County OEM continues to play a critical role in coordinating preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts for a wide range of hazards.

This accreditation further reinforces the County’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence.

For more information about the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office – Office of Emergency Management, please visit: www.mcsonj.org.

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