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Courage, Compassion, Respect, Law Enforcement At Its Finest
Register and keep current on test dates and career opportunities at the NYPDABOUT THE NYPD
Now is the time to join the NYPD, the nation’s top law enforcement agency
The New York City Police Department is a recognized leader in law enforcement and the reason New York is now one of the country’s safest cities. As our mission of protecting and serving grows more complex, so does our need to add the most talented and dedicated people to our ranks.
The police profession offers unlimited opportunities to those with courage, compassion, and respect. Every day, you’ll confront real world issues and develop problem-solving skills that will serve you anywhere you go.
From uniform patrol, the backbone of our department, to specialized units that focus on specific issues, the NYPD will give you the kind of experience and training that is unavailable anywhere else.
Because we are the county’s largest police department, the chances to advance and grow are limited only by your determination.
One Of The Most Diverse Forces in the World
New York is among the world’s most diverse cities. So its police department needs to be as well.
Our hiring process ensures equal opportunities to anyone who wants to join, and we welcome diverse candidates to help the NYPD reflect the communities we serve.
The NYPD also needs candidates who have language skills. Serving the great diversity of people living in New York City demands that we be able to communicate effectively with everyone.
Are you ready for the challenge – and the opportunity – of a lifetime? Join the NYPD where the Patrol Officer, the Problem-Solving Officer, and the Crime Fighting Officer are one in the same.
EXAM CENTER
To be considered for a position with the NYPD, candidates must pass the Police Officer Written Exam, which is designed to measure cognitive ability, observational skills, and mental acuity. While passing the written test is mandatory, it is not a guarantee of a job.
Exam Schedule
As of now, all Police Officer Exams have been canceled until further notice.
NEW Online Tutorials
To help candidates prepare for the Police Officer Exam, the NYPD created interactive online tutorials based on the types of questions used in prior exams, but the actual test could include areas not covered in the tutorials.
Click Here to for Online Tutorials
Test Preparation Kit
The NYPD prepared this booklet to assist you in achieving your best score on the upcoming NYC Police Officer’s Entrance Exam.
To download these kits, you need Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Click Here for Test Preparation Kit Sample Questions
Click Here for Test Preparation Kit Answer Key
HIRING PROCESS
In order to be considered in the hiring process, candidates must first pass the Police Officer Written Exam.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Successful candidates need to be United States citizens, have a valid New York driver’s license and live in one of the city’s five boroughs or Nassau, Suffolk, Rockland, Westchester, Putnam or Orange counties all on or before the day of hire. In addition, candidates need to pass a drug and alcohol screening, character and background investigation and pay $75 for fingerprinting. Candidates must pass all medical, physical, written psychological and oral psychological examinations.
Candidates can be disqualified if they have been convicted of felony, petit larceny or any offense that shows disrespect for the law or a tendency toward violence. Those who have been dishonorably discharged from the military or terminated from a job for poor behavior or not adjusting to discipline also may be disqualified.
THE HIRING PROCESS
The hiring process involves the following:
- Candidate Assessment Division: Investigators will conduct a background on each candidate to determine the most qualified.
- All qualified candidates will be scheduled at the Candidate Assessment Center located at 235 East 20th Street, New York City, NY to take the following exams to complete the hiring process.
- Pre-Hire Interview: This includes a medical exam and an update on the character investigation.
- Medical Exam: At this stage, candidates need to document their 60 college credits and a minimum 2.0 GPA, or their two years of military service. The initial character assessment and fingerprinting also take place.
- Written Psychological Exam: Candidates must pass this test.
- Job Standards Test: Candidates must finish this continuous physical test in 4 minutes and 28 seconds to pass. The “JST” includes sprinting 50 yards and surmounting a barrier; climbing stairs; demonstrating the ability to physically restrain someone; running in pursuit; dragging a 175-pound mannequin 35 feet to simulate a rescue; and pulling the trigger of an unloaded firearm.
- Oral Psychological Test: Oral interview.
- Character Investigation: Candidates meet with an investigator to go over their application booklet. Supporting documents also may be required at this time.
BENEFITS & SALARY
A career with the NYPD means a solid benefits package that includes paid vacation, paid sick leave and retirement funds. Compensation includes longevity pay, holiday pay, and uniform allowance, along with opportunities for overtime.
Salary
The total compensation below includes top base pay, longevity pay, holiday pay, and uniform allowance. It does not include overtime.
Start
$42,819.00
(Salary)
$45,673.63
(Total)
$42,819.00
(Salary)
$45,673.63
(Total)
After 6 Months
$42,819.00
(Salary)
$45,673.63
(Total)
$42,819.00
(Salary)
$45,673.63
(Total)
After 1.5 Years
$44,521.63
(Salary)
$47,447.36
(Total)
$44,521.63
(Salary)
$47,447.36
(Total)
After 2.5 Years
$49,760.00
(Salary)
$52,907.16
(Total)
$49,760.00
(Salary)
$52,907.16
(Total)
After 3.5 Years
$54,341.00
(Salary)
$57,681.23
(Total)
$54,341.00
(Salary)
$57,681.23
(Total)
After 4.5 Years
$57,747.00
(Salary)
$61,230.78
(Total)
$57,747.00
(Salary)
$61,230.78
(Total)
After 5 Years
$57,747.00
(Salary)
$66,962.78
(Total)
$57,747.00
(Salary)
$66,962.78
(Total)
After 5.5 Years
$78,026.00
(Salary)
$88,096.45
(Total)
$78,026.00
(Salary)
$88,096.45
(Total)
Additional Benefits
- 10 Paid vacation days during first & second year
- 13 Paid vacation days during third, fourth & fifth year
- 27 Paid vacation days after 5 years of service
- Unlimited sick leave with full pay
- A choice of paid medical programs
- Prescription, dental, and eyeglass coverage
- Annuity fund
- Deferred Compensation Plan, 401K and I.R.A.
- Optional retirement at one half salary after 22 years of service
- Annual $12,000 Variable Supplement Fund (upon retirement)
- Annual banking of $12,000 Variable Supplement Fund after 22 years of service (if not retiring)
- Excellent promotional opportunities
- Educational opportunities
- Additional benefits are available to military personnel.
PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Police Officer
Top base pay $78,026; total compensation $88,096 including top base pay, longevity pay, holiday pay and uniform allowance as of 7/31/2012. (Future contracts will be negotiated between NYC and the PBA.) This does not include night differential or overtime.
Sergeant
Top base pay $103,584; total compensation $114,905 (contract is current)
Lieutenant
Top base pay $118,902; total compensation $133,240 (contract is current)
Captain
Top base pay $152,535; total compensation $169,090 (contract is current)
Detective
Top base pay $90,821; total compensation $101,656 (contract is current)ADDITIONAL BENEFITS AVAILABLE FOR MILITARY VETERANS
The NYPD has a special place for those who have served, and we value the training, skills and management experience of military personnel, which is one of the main reasons we actively recruit veterans.
They include:
- Earning GI Benefits while attending the police academy and for the 18 months that follow. Veterans can get over $50,000 in benefits during the first two years, in addition salary.
- Police Officer Exam scores are kept on file indefinitely. Once they leave the service, veterans have 6 months to start the hiring process.
- Veterans can add 4 years to the maximum hiring age, or 6 years if they served during war or national emergency. This applies only to veterans under age 40.
- Veterans with an expeditionary medal can buy back three years of their military time to be applied to their NYPD retirement.
- Reservists can take up to 5 years of military leave from the NYPD.
- Officers who are active reservists are allowed 30 paid working days a year, in addition to their vacation time.
- Veterans who are New York residents will be awarded 5 additional points that can be applied to their final passing test score.
- Veterans who have served are entitled to additional holidays.
For veterans who have 60 college credits with a minimum 2.0 GPA or two years of full-time military service with an honorable discharge, there are additional benefits.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Joining the NYPD is not only a great way to launch a career; it’s a great way to enhance your education. Here are just some of the benefits:
- You start getting paid from your first day of recruit training.
- You can earn up to 29 college credits from your academy training that can go toward your degree. That could equal two full semesters.
- When it comes to graduate studies, they can apply for 6 different scholarships and take advantage of 9 colleges that offer tuition reduction.
- In addition, all officers can get up to 9 paid “educational leave” days each semester they are in graduate school.
INTERACTIVE TOUR
Interactive Precinct Tour Video
A Day In The Life Video
NYPD Community Bulletin Board
To make the application process a little easier, we have created a forum to help you and fellow recruits communicate with each other.
Remember, this bulletin board is your place to relate. Your place to associate. Your place to communicate. Your place to acclimate. But please remember it is just your place and only open to current members, new recruits and those interested in continuing through the NYPD application process.
We also want to remind new recruits and current officers that this board is a forum for APPLICANTS, and all communications on it should remain true to the topic of becoming a New York City Police Officer.
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