Wyckoff Police Officer Sworn In, Another Promoted

WYCKOFF, N.J. — A police officer was sworn in on a probationary basis Tuesday while another was hired as a regular officer after being on probation for two years.

Kaitlyn Magilone was sworn in as a patrol officer at the Township Committee meeting. If she satisfactorily completes two years of probation the committee will appoint her to regular employment status. She is the only female on the force.

"I'm really excited," said Magilone, a Ridgefield Park resident. "I've only heard good things about the town and the police department. I'm anxious to get started."

Magilone comes from a family of law enforcement officers. Her parents are retired police sergeants. They both had long careers with the Ridgefield Park Police Department.

Maglione earned a bachelor's degree from Mount Saint Mary College in 2010 and a master's degree in social work from Rutgers University in 2012.

Maglione has extensive experience helping sexual assault and rape victims. She used to run a 24-hour sexual violence hotline at the YWCA of Bergen County and responded in person as needed to help victims.

"Kaitlyn will be a great addition to the Wyckoff Police force and we all are looking forward to watching her further her career," Chief David Murphy said.

In related news, the committee appointed Patrolman William Christopher to a regular police department employee. Christopher had been on probationary status for two years.

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Photo: Kaitlyn Magilone shakes Mayor Rudy Boonstra's hand after he swears her in as a probationary police officer at a Township Committee meeting Tuesday. Magilone's father, James, left, held the Bible during the ceremony. Staff photo by Daniel Hubbard