Councilman Paul Carifi Jr.

Biography

Councilman Carifi, Jr. was selected in September 2011 by the Republican Committee to fill an unexpired term on the township council. He was elected by the residents of Parsippany that same year. Paul has been a resident of Parsippany for 50 years and is the proud father of twin boys. He is a graduate of the Parsippany School system having attended Eastlake Elementary School, Brooklawn Junior H.S. and Parsippany Hills High School class of 1984. Paul received a Bachelor of Arts from East Stroudsburg University in Sociology / Criminal Justice and is also a graduate of the New Jersey Chief's of Police West Point Leadership and Command Program as well as the New Jersey Certified Public Managers Program.

Career

Paul had a career in law enforcement of over 25 years with the Morris County Sheriff’s Office serving the citizens of Morris County where he served as the S.E.R.T. Commander for over 24 years. He received numerous Sheriff Achievement, Meritorious Service, Honorable Service and Exceptional Duty awards. He is a parishioner at St. Christopher's Church, a member of The Parsippany Republican Committee, The Parsippany Republican Club and the Sons of Italy. Paul also volunteers his time to many local organizations.