Utica Police Department Police Officers

Utica Police Department is Recruiting For Police Officers!

A Police Officer is responsible for the enforcement of laws, ordinances and protection of lives and property in an assigned area during a specific period. These duties consist primarily of routine patrol tasks, assisting in investigation of criminal offenses and the apprehension of criminals. Ordinarily a police officer, whether on patrol work or on a special assignment, works under the supervision or direction of a higher ranking officer.

However, there is considerable independent responsibility for exercise of sound judgment in emergencies.

Location:

Utica Police Department – Utica, NY

Eligibility Requirements:
Candidates must be 19-35 years old on or before the exam date to be admitted to the written test. Special exemptions for Military personnel over 35. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalency at time of application. Candidates must possess a valid NYS Driver's License at time of application. Candidates must be a legal resident of either Oneida, Oswego, Lewis, Herkimer, Otsego or Madison County in order to take the written exam.

Every person initially employed by the City, shall as a qualification of employment, become a resident of the City within six (6) months of the date of initial service for the City. After five (5) years of continuous residency, individuals employed with the Utica Police Department shall be eligible to move to a residence outside of the City of Utica, to a location within the County of Oneida, or an adjoining county, subject to terms and conditions.

Additional Requirements:

Candidates must pass a physical agility test prior to appointment. Physical agility requirements can be found in the exam announcement. The Utica Police Department appoints sworn members from a list of successful candidates determined by a competitive civil service exam. In addition to passing the written and physical exams, candidates must complete a medical and psychological exam, comprehensive background check, and interview process.

Benefits:
Starting Base Salary: $49,288 ($59,703 after 1 year, $77,179 after 5 years) Yearly holiday pay bonus Night differential pay College tuition reimbursement plan Earning college credits while attending the Mohawk Valley Police Academy Paid vacation and personal leave, accrued paid sick leave, and paid funeral leave 20 year retirement plan with a New York State pension Deferred Compensation Plan Yearly clothing allowance Health, dental and vision benefits Free access to two different local health clubs A multitude of specialized trainings Opportunities to join specialized units such as community outreach, K-9, tactical units, crime scene, SWAT, hostage negotiation, and more.

To apply:

Interested applicants must fill out a Civil Service Exam Application with the City of Utica's Civil Service Department. The upcoming Police Officer Civil Service Exam is September 17th, 2022. The Final date to receive applications is August 19th, 2022. Please see the exam announcement for more details.