NYC civil service exam: Apply in June for jobs paying up to $81K

The New York City civil service exam schedule is open for June, and some jobs pay more than others.

The application period for exams opened June 3.

Exam applications currently open include: administrative energy conservation specialist; associate inspector (electrical); city assessor; consultant (early childhood education); energy conservation specialist; environmental engineer; inspector (consumer and worker protection); management auditor trainee; police communications technician; police officer; and radio repair mechanic.

Additionally, the NYC Bridge Exam is open in June, which allows job seekers to apply for one or more careers in the same applications. Applications include: child protective specialist; clerical associate; clerical associate (NYC H+H); maintenance worker; secretary; secretary (NYC H+H); and secretary (prom).

Most of these exams have a deadline of June 23, with some having later or earlier deadlines.

The deadline for police officer closes on June 15, while the deadline for police communications technician closes on June 30.

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.

Here is the starting salary, deadline and job description for each career, according to the city.

Administrative energy conservation specialist

Salary: Salaries will be consistent with the level of responsibility for the assignment and will be consistent with the Managerial Pay Plan.

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Administrative Energy Conservation Specialists oversee plan review for energy generation or conservation projects to ensure compliance with energy-related and/or construction codes, rules, laws, plans or specifications; oversee inspections for energy generation or conservation projects to ensure compliance with energy-related and/or construction codes, rules, laws, and approved plans and specifications; explain and enforce compliance with all energy-related codes, rules, and laws; manage development, implementation, commissioning, and measurement and verification of energy generation or conservation projects; lead efforts to deliver energy generation or conservation projects to meet energy efficiency and carbon reduction goals; serve as a subject matter expert regarding energy generation or conservation issues; oversee a major design division or field division under executive direction; and may operate a motor vehicle in the performance of their duties. All Administrative Energy Conservation Specialists perform related work.

Associate inspector (electrical)

Salary: $63,898 per annum for a 35-hr work week

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Associate Inspectors (Electrical) under direction, perform highly technical and/or supervisory work in the inspection of electrical installations, repairs, or alterations for conformance to codes, rules, laws, plans, or specifications. All Associate Inspectors (Electrical) perform related work. Some of the physical activities performed by Associate Inspectors (Electrical) and environmental conditions experienced are: driving vehicles to and from inspection sites; walking to and from inspection sites and during inspections; climbing and descending ladders and stairs to get to areas that must be inspected; standing for extended periods of time; maintaining balance while walking over narrow walkways or areas that are elevated; climbing around and over various objects; and working in areas that may be damp, dusty, dark, smoky or acrid. All Associate Inspectors (Electrical) perform related work.

City assessor

Salary: $81,877

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: City Assessors, under supervision, perform professional tax assessing responsibilities at various levels of complexity, involving the performance and/or review of assessments of Class I, II, III and IV real properties and/or supervisory responsibilities involving professional tax assessing. All City Assessors perform related work.

Consultant (early childhood education)

Salary: $77,211

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Consultants (Early Childhood Education), under general direction, evaluate infant/toddler programs, child care facilities, and programs for pre-school children. All Consultants (Early Childhood Education) perform related work.

Energy conservation specialist

Salary: $56,902

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Energy Conservation Specialists encompasses the technical work that is necessary to support energy generation and conservation activities and the development and implementation of energy generation and conservation projects. It includes technical work of varying degrees of difficulty and responsibility. There are four (4) assignment levels within this class of positions. All personnel perform related work.

Environmental engineer

Salary: $78,740

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: This class of positions encompasses professional environmental engineering work of varying degrees of difficulty and responsibility. There are three Assignment Levels within this class of positions. At Assignment Level I: Environmental Engineers under general supervision, perform responsible supervisory work, or difficult and responsible work in the field, office, or laboratory in environmental and/or fire protection engineering. Environmental Engineers act as section engineers in charge of a major environmental or fire protection engineering section or the equivalent; plan, assign, and review the work of subordinates, prepare progress reports, and may represent an agency in relations with City agencies, contractors, consultants, or their representatives, and the general public in matters relating to environmental and/or fire protection engineering; engage in, or supervise the conduct of complex and important research, investigations, studies and more.

Inspector (consumer and worker protection)

Salary: $49,396

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Inspectors (Consumer and Worker Protection), under supervision, conduct or participate in the conducting of inspections, investigations, surveys, and analyses in relation to the licensing of businesses and occupations and the sale and offering for sale of all commodities and services at every level of distribution and trade. They also conduct or participate in regulatory investigations to identify and correct violations of municipal worker protection laws. Inspectors (Consumer and Worker Protection) may operate motor vehicles in the performance of assigned duties. All Inspectors (Consumer and Worker Protection) perform related work.

Management auditor trainee

Salary: $52,791

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Management Auditor Trainees, under close supervision, are trained in and perform beginning level professional work for the purpose of acquiring knowledge, skill, and competence in the conduct of complex and detailed financial, operational, and management audits including reviews of information technology (IT) systems and analyses of financial and other data, and applying statistical sampling techniques. All Management Auditor Trainees perform related work.

Police communications technician

Salary: $51,790

Application deadline: June 30

Job description: Police Communications Technicians, working under direct supervision in the Police Department Communications Section, serve as 911 call-takers; obtain necessary information from callers in order to initiate emergency assistance; serve as radio dispatchers of police resources; view pictures, videos and listen to audio attachments sent via “Text to 911”; and perform clerical, administrative and other duties related to the provision of emergency service. All Police Communications Technicians perform related work.

Police officer

Salary: $55,942

Application deadline: June 15

Job description: Police Officers perform general police duties and related work in the New York City Police Department including connecting and building relationships with the community. They patrol an assigned area on foot or in a vehicle to prevent crime; apprehend crime suspects; intervene in various situations involving crimes in progress, aided cases, complaints, emotionally disturbed persons, etc.; respond to and investigate vehicular accidents; investigate specific offenses; interact with prisoners; operate and maintain patrol vehicles; issue summonses; obtain information regarding incidents by interviewing witnesses, victims, and/or complainants; safeguard and voucher found, seized or recovered property; provide information to the public; handle situations involving maltreated, abused, or missing children; interact with juveniles; may be assigned to crowd control for large-scale events such as demonstrations, rallies and parades; prepare forms and reports; and testify in court. All Police Officers perform related work.

Radio repair mechanic

Salary: $61.26 per hour, for a 40-hour work week

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Radio Repair Mechanics, under supervision, install, repair, align, maintain, service and/or tune the following: radio, radar, microwave, multiplex, television and electronic apparatus and appurtenances of the City’s communication systems; land, mobile and marine radio receivers and transmitters, including analog and digital UHF and VHF equipment; radio power systems; radio antenna systems; miniature radio receivers and transmitters; audio amplifiers and public address systems including related telephone intercom, program timer and/or clock systems; television cameras, closed circuit cameras, receivers and antennas; radar systems; electronic test equipment; multiplex equipment; digital sound recorders; magnetic tape recorders; and other electronic devices. Radio Repair Mechanics locate and isolate defects in, and adjust, align, or tune electronic equipment; repair, replace, and troubleshoot defective parts; install electronic units and associated electrical elements, including the mounting of radios; keep records and make reports; and operate a motor vehicle. All Radio Repair Mechanics perform related work.

Child protective specialist

Salary: $58,984

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Child Protective Specialists, under varying degrees of supervision, with varying degrees of latitude for independent action, investigate and take appropriate action in response to allegations of child neglect and/or abuse received by the Administration for Children’s Services, in accordance with agency policies and procedures. Child Protective Specialists must complete investigations of alleged child neglect and/or abuse within legally mandated timeframes, and as part of their investigation are required to interact with a variety of involved parties, including birth families, the community, law enforcement, hospital and school staff, and the Family Court. Child Protective Specialists are required to observe and take notes during visits and interviews in order to make accurate safety assessments, which will then be entered into the system of record. Child Protective Specialists are required to make recommendations and testify in court. Child Protective Specialists are required to perform extensive typing, utilize electronic devices, such as computers, tablets, and cell phones. All Child Protective Specialists perform related work.

Clerical associate

Salary: $34,974

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Clerical Associates, under supervision, with a limited latitude for independent judgment, perform clerical work in relation to records, files, invoices and reports using alphabetical and numerical procedures including data/control coding; perform ordinary mathematical calculations; operate a telephone call directory, multi-line phone, or switchboard; perform clerical operations in an assigned area, such as the filing of material and the searching of files for difficult to locate material; prepare reports requiring the selection of data from simple records or statistics; check records for accuracy of information and for conformity with established policy and procedures; perform data entry and retrieval using a personal computer, monitor, video display terminal, or other automated office systems; maintain related library files; may perform incidental typing. All Clerical Associates perform related work.

Clerical associate (NYC H+H)

Salary: $38,173

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Clerical Associates (NYC H+H), under supervision, with some latitude for independent judgment, perform responsible clerical work in various administrative and operational areas by processing, recording, checking and maintaining records, files and invoices using alphabetical and numerical procedures including data/control coding; furnish information and prepare reports requiring the selection of data from simple records or statistics; perform ordinary mathematical computations; operate a telephone call directory, multi-line phone, or switchboard; scheduling appointments and registering patients; perform clerical operations in an assigned area, such as the filing of material and the searching of files for difficult to locate material; check records for accuracy of information and for conformity with established policy and procedures; perform data entry and retrieval using a personal computer, video display terminal, or other automated office systems; may perform incidental typing; perform routine data processing functions in the area of production control; may supervise and instruct a small group engaged in the performance of data entry and retrieval operations or other related clerical functions. They may also perform duties as follows: compile and maintain central file of hospital and clinic patient medical records; including using electronic medical records systems; compile medical care and census data for statistical reports; maintain indexes on patient, disease, operation and other categories. All Clerical Associates (NYC H+H) perform related work.

Maintenance worker

Salary: $34.84 per hour for a 40-hour work week

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Maintenance Workers, under direct supervision, assist in the routine maintenance, operation and repair of public buildings and structures, and the equipment they contain. They conduct visual inspections of building equipment and conditions; maintain, adjust and make repairs of building hardware, furniture, shelving and equipment; replace broken window and door glass; repair windows and sash; make repairs to masonry, woodwork, flooring and walls; make repairs to building electrical, plumbing and heating systems; assist in relocating building equipment as directed; visually inspect public buildings, structures and equipment to assess and check for defects, malfunctions and hazardous conditions; visually check for and record the observable conditions of the premises; prepare reports; keep records; and may operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties. All Maintenance Workers perform related work.

Secretary

Salary: $34,974

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Secretaries, under supervision, perform typing, secretarial and related office work with limited latitude for independent judgment; perform typing work including copy typing from rough or clear drafts, typing statistical tables, and typing transcription from tapes and varityping; perform secretarial work, including scheduling appointments and other general office work; perform basic word processing assignments using a personal computer, word processing equipment or other automated office equipment; may perform basic data entry functions; review and correct typed material to ensure correct spelling, syllabification, punctuation, and proper format; may respond to routine telephone calls; refer calls and visitors to appropriate staff. All Secretaries perform related work.

Secretary (NYC H+H)

Salary: $38,173

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Secretaries (NYC H+H), under supervision, perform typing, secretarial and related office work with limited latitude for independent judgment; perform typing work including copy typing from rough or clear drafts, typing statistical tables, and typing transcription from tapes and varityping; perform secretarial work, including scheduling appointments and other general office work; perform basic word processing assignments using a personal computer, word processing equipment or other automated office equipment; may perform basic data entry functions; review and correct typed material to ensure correct spelling, syllabification, punctuation, and proper format; may respond to routine telephone calls; refer calls and visitors to appropriate staff. All Secretaries perform related work.

Secretary (prom)

Salary: $34,974

Application deadline: June 23

Job description: Secretaries, under supervision, perform typing, secretarial and related office work with limited latitude for independent judgment; perform typing work including copy typing from rough or clear drafts, typing statistical tables, and typing transcription from tapes and varityping; perform secretarial work, including scheduling appointments and other general office work; perform basic word processing assignments using a personal computer, word processing equipment or other automated office equipment; may perform basic data entry functions; review and correct typed material to ensure correct spelling, syllabification, punctuation, and proper format; may respond to routine telephone calls; refer calls and visitors to appropriate staff. All Secretaries perform related work.