N.J. Stat. Ann. § 58:24-8

The department may employ such persons; purchase and maintain such apparatus and supplies, including suitable boats; and, lease appropriate lands or buildings, when it deems it necessary to carry out the provisions of this act and as may be within the limits of funds appropriated or otherwise made available. L.1979, c. 321, s. 8, eff. Jan. 18, 1980.