News Summary
The New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services has released its application schedule for civil service exams aimed at filling various city government positions. With exams scheduled for July, candidates can apply for roles ranging from Automotive Service Worker to Police Officer. Application deadlines vary, with special extensions for certain positions. Notably, interested candidates can apply online or visit designated testing centers across the city. This opportunity serves as a vital entry point for many into public service roles in New York City.
New York City – The New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services has announced its application schedule for civil service exams taking place in July 2025. This initiative is designed to fill a variety of positions within the city government and includes open, competitive, computer-based tests for candidates.
The application period for these civil service exams opened on July 2, 2025 and will allow potential candidates to apply for numerous positions available during this month. Among the jobs listed are:
- Automotive Service Worker
- Call Center Representative
- Mason’s Helper
- Mechanical Engineer
- Motor Vehicle Operator
- Motor Vehicle Operator (CUNY)
- Police Officer
- Traffic Enforcement Agent
The starting salaries for these positions are determined by city regulations and vary significantly depending on the specific role. Each exam has a specific application deadline, with most applications due by July 22, 2025. However, the application deadline for the position of Call Center Representative has been extended to August 26, 2025, while applications for Police Officer positions need to be submitted by July 14, 2025. Furthermore, the application for Correction Officer positions remains open until July 31, 2025.
New York City employs hundreds of thousands of individuals across its 80 agencies, and for many aspiring candidates, passing a civil service exam is often a critical entry point into public service roles. The application fees required to take these exams range from $40 to $101, based on the specific position applied for.
Interested candidates can apply for these civil service exams through the Online Application System or by visiting one of the designated Computer-Based Testing and Application Centers. These centers are conveniently located throughout the city at the following addresses:
- Staten Island: 135 Canal St., Stapleton
- Manhattan: 2 Lafayette St.
- Brooklyn: 210 Joralemon St.
- Queens: 118-35 Queens Blvd.
- Bronx: 1932 Arthur Ave.
To keep applicants informed, the Department of Citywide Administrative Services offers a newsletter that provides monthly updates on civil service exams. It is important to note that all examination notifications will now be sent via email; notifications by U.S. mail have been discontinued.
This exam schedule marks a significant opportunity for those seeking stable employment within New York City’s civil service system, allowing for a diverse range of positions. The inclusion of various roles, from technical positions like Mechanical Engineer to essential city service roles such as Police Officer, highlights the city’s commitment to maintaining a robust workforce that serves its residents.
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- Silive: NYC Civil Service Exam Applications Open in July
- Wikipedia: Civil Service in the United States
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- Google Search: New York City Civil Service Jobs
- Pix11: How to Take a Civil Service Exam in NYC
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Civil Service
- Silive: NYC Civil Service Exam Applications Open in June
- Google News: NYC Civil Service Exam
