The New York City civil service exam schedule is open for October, and some jobs pay more than others.
The application period for exams opened Oct. 7.
Exam applications currently open include: auto mechanic; auto mechanic (CUNY); auto mechanic (Diesel); customer information representative; electrician (automobile); emergency medical specialist- EMT; emergency medical specialist trainee; management auditor; occupational therapist (DOE); physical therapist (DOE); and school safety agent.
The starting salary for each career varies, according to the city.
Open, competitive, computer-based tests are administered throughout each month for various positions. If you meet the basic requirements of the job, you can apply for your exam online at Online Application System or at one of the Computer-Based Testing and Application Centers.
Most of these exams have a deadline of Oct. 27, with some having later or earlier deadlines.
The deadline for police communications technician closes on Oct. 13, while the deadline for correction officer and special officer (NYC H+H) is Oct. 27.
The deadline for Emergency Medical Specialist – EMT and Emergency Medical Specialist Trainee have deadlines of Nov. 18.
Here is the starting salary, deadline and job description for each career, according to the city.
Auto mechanic
Salary: $43.32 per hour for a 40-hour work week
Application deadline: Oct. 27
Job description: Auto Mechanics, under supervision, overhaul, repair and maintain engines, motors and motor-powered equipment, component assemblies, and component systems used in automotive, construction and special purpose equipment powered by internal combustion engines. They act as “troubleshooters” in determining mechanical and electrical defects; overhaul, maintain and repair internal combustion engines, motors and motor-powered equipment, including brake systems, transmissions, ignition systems, rear ends, differential assemblies, fuel systems, hydraulic systems, electronic systems, and other related components and systems; align wheels and repair steering equipment; reline and adjust brakes and clutches; make minor repairs and adjustments in the field so that a vehicle may be returned to the garage or repair shop under its own power; may transmit orders to other journeymen as directed; may supervise machinist helpers, automotive service workers, and other personnel as directed; train assigned machinist helpers, automotive service workers, or other related personnel in the performance of various maintenance and/or repair tasks; may make minor auto body repairs; may prepare reports and orders, and maintain records and inventories of parts, components, supplies and materials; operate and test motor vehicles and equipment in the performance of assigned duties. All Auto Mechanics perform related work.
Auto mechanic (CUNY)
Salary: $43.32 per hour for a 40-hour work week
Application deadline: Oct. 27
Job description: Auto Mechanics (CUNY), under supervision, overhaul, repair and maintain engines and component assemblies used in automotive and construction activities and all other equipment powered by internal combustion engines. They act as “troubleshooters” in determining mechanical and electrical problems through the use of diagnostic equipment as necessary; make minor repairs and adjustments in the field so that a vehicle may be returned to the garage or repair shop under its own power; overhaul and make repairs to internal combustion engines, brake systems, automatic and manual transmissions, ignition systems, electronic systems, differential assemblies and fuel systems; align wheels and repair steering equipment; may make minor auto body repairs; may transmit orders to other assigned personnel as needed; supervise and are responsible for the work of other assigned personnel; train other related personnel in the performance of various maintenance and/or repair tasks; follow all appropriate safety procedures in the performance of assigned tasks; prepare reports, cost estimates or work and orders, and maintain records and inventories of supplies and materials; access job related information from a computer; operate motor vehicles or equipment in the performance of assigned duties. All Auto Mechanics (CUNY) perform related work.
Auto mechanic (Diesel)
Salary: $43.32 per hour for a 40-hour work week
Application deadline: Oct. 27
Job description: Auto Mechanics (Diesel), under supervision, overhaul diesel engines and component assemblies used in diesel powered vehicles. They act as “troubleshooters” in determining mechanical defects; make minor repairs and adjustments in the field so that a vehicle may be returned to the garage or repair shop under its own power; overhaul diesel engines, transmissions and fuel systems; align wheels, adjust tracks and repair steering equipment; reline and adjust brakes; may transmit orders to other journeymen as directed; may supervise machinist helpers, automotive service workers, and other personnel as directed; train assigned machinist helpers, automotive service workers, or other related personnel in the performance of various maintenance and/or repair tasks; may prepare reports and orders, and maintain records and inventories of supplies and materials; operate motor vehicles or equipment in the performance of assigned duties. All Auto Mechanics (Diesel) perform related work.
Customer information representative
Salary: $43,477
Application deadline: Oct. 27
Job description: Customer Information Representatives provide customer service utilizing computer databases and information technology to access information required for responses, and oversee customer service work; record, track, respond to, and resolve telephone, email and/or walk-in inquiries in an agency customer service center, agency help desk, or other agency customer service unit; provide information, record complaints and requests, and conduct research to resolve problems; forward unresolved matters to appropriate staff and offices for further action; enter customer information and inquiries into a computer tracking system; perform related clerical administrative tasks and computer support work. All Customer Information Representatives perform related work.
Electrician (automobile)
Salary: $43.32 per hour for a 40-hour work week
Application deadline: Oct. 27
Job description: Electricians (Automobile), under supervision, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, replace and rewire automotive electrical and electronic systems. They maintain, repair, replace and test alternators, cranking motors, distributors, magnetos, generator control units, alternating systems and rectifiers, and all other electrical and electronic equipment found on automotive vehicles; rewire and repair automotive electrical and electronic systems; act as troubleshooters in determining electrical defects in the electrical or electronic systems in automotive equipment; use all electrical testing and shop devices, read wiring diagrams and service manuals; design schematics and wiring diagrams of automotive electrical and electronic systems; transmit orders to other journeymen as directed; supervise and train assigned subordinates in the performance of various maintenance and/or repair tasks; prepare reports and orders; maintain records and inventories of supplies and materials; and operate motor vehicles or equipment in the performance of assigned duties. All Electricians (Automobile) perform related work.
Emergency medical specialist – EMT
Salary: $39,386
Application deadline: Nov. 18
Job description: Emergency Medical Specialists – EMTs, under general supervision, perform tasks such as the following: provide timely, professional, pre-hospital emergency medical care/Basic Life Support (BLS) to anyone who requests/requires it; provide transportation to the appropriate medical facility; operate department vehicles; receive, prioritize and dispatch calls for emergency medical assistance; and provide patient care under the authorization of the Medical Director. All work is performed in accordance with FDNY policies and procedures and as legislatively prescribed in the requisite curriculum and allowed by Federal/New York State/Regional BLS Protocols and in accordance with the level of training, New York State designated scope of practice and New York State and Regional BLS Protocols. Emergency Medical Specialists – EMTs also prepare and submit reports as required and may be assigned to work in any FDNY facility, as needed. All Emergency Medical Specialists – EMTs perform related work.
Emergency medical specialist trainee
Salary: $36,330
Application deadline: Nov. 18
Job description: Emergency Medical Specialist Trainees attend a training program conducted by the New York City Fire Department. Emergency Medical Specialist Trainees receive Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and emergency medical service operations training and instruction covering basic anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology of emergency medicine, basic treatment modalities for health related emergencies, hazardous materials orientation, NYS Right to Know Laws, blood borne pathogens and infectious disease control, clinical assessment skills, multiple casualty incident (MCI) management, emergency vehicle operations, and related topics. Emergency Medical Specialist Trainees are given practice in applicable patient treatment skills and perform clinical rotations in the field and in hospitals. All Emergency Medical Specialist Trainees perform related work.
Management auditor
Salary: $65,091
Application deadline: Oct. 27
Job description: Management Auditors, under varying degrees of difficulty and latitude for independent judgment, perform and/or supervise professional financial, operational and performance audits, including reviews of information technology (IT) systems, using statistical sa
Occupational therapist (DOE)
Salary: $85,705
Application deadline: Oct. 27
Job description: Occupational Therapists (DOE), under varying degrees of supervision, provide School-Based Occupational Therapy services to students with disabilities which may include an itinerant component, of which an assignment includes duties in more than one work location in a given day and/or week. Job duties include but are not limited to evaluating students to determine the need for Occupational Therapy, provision of inclusive services, developing therapeutic treatment plans, and incorporating individualized classroom routines, adapting the environment and modifying tasks to facilitate the students’ participation in schoolbased activities including adapting the environment to foster a conducive atmosphere for learning and social participation, and utilizing computer systems in connection with assignment and documentation. All Occupational Therapists (DOE) perform related work.
Physical therapist (DOE)
Salary: $85,705
Application deadline: Oct. 27
Job description: Physical Therapists (DOE), under varying degrees of supervision, administer professional and responsible physical therapy services to students with disabilities which may include the utilization of computer systems in connection with assignment. All Physical Therapists (DOE) perform related work.
School safety agent
Salary: $40,480
Application deadline: Oct. 27
Job description: School Safety Agents patrol designated areas of school buildings and surrounding areas; identify and prevent infiltration of unlawful or prohibited items through scanning; give routine information to visitors and direct them to the proper personnel and offices; request identification of, and remove from the premises, any unauthorized persons; aid sick and injured persons and call for medical, police or fire assistance, when needed; notify supervisors of all emergency incidents and complete any related documentation; respond to altercations between students and other persons, and attempt to separate the involved persons and resolve conflicts; maintain records of persons entering and leaving buildings; monitor security camera systems to ensure facility entrances are secure; identify persons violating Department of Education Rules and Regulations; apprehend persons violating the Penal Law and notify the proper administrative personnel; prepare reports and testify in regard to these violations at Superintendent’s or Principal’s hearings and/or in court; monitor and use radios to request assistance from co-workers; and may operate motor vehicles. All School Safety Agents perform related work.