Aug 22, 2019 12:00 PM
Joe Geleta
NJ Director of Emergency Management

Retired Law Enforcement Officer with 30 years experience with the New Jersey State Police. Served in many capacities including as a State Police Academy Trainer, Emergency Management Section as the Assistant Bureau Chief of the Communications Bureau, and Recovery Bureau Chief coordinating Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts among federal, state and local partners. Exemplified key leadership by coordinating disaster response and relief in more than 12 area disasters. A certified Crisis Negotiator and Drug Recognition Evaluator. Recognized by Department of Homeland Security (FEMA) for outstanding service, and recipient of 3 commendations for outstanding performance by law enforcement agency. Graduate of the FBI National Academy 250th session.