A new examination in the title may be requested and held at any time during the life of an existing eligible list. A candidate on the existing list needs to keep informed of the examination schedule and to apply for and participate in the new examination.

A United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence who served in the armed forces (Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or the National Guard) of the United States during a designated time of war (dates are listed on the last page of the application) and was honorably discharged or released under honorable circumstances. Also, for additional examination credit, a candidate must be a New York State resident at the time of application.

10 points are added to the written score of a candidate who meets the above definition of veteran and who is certified by the United States Veterans' Affairs as having a disability rated at 10% or more which was incurred while serving in the United Sates armed forces during time of war. The disability must be in effect and the disabled veteran must be receiving payment for such disability at the time of application.

In the event a cancellation does occur, the exam will be rescheduled and another admission letter with the time, date and location will be sent to you.

The NYS Department of Civil Service advises applicants to use the "subject of information" section of the announcement as a guide for studying and that your local library may be able to suggest texts that would be helpful. They neither provide nor recommend study materials. Some materials may be available through public libraries, public employee unions and private publishers. We can make no recommendation on the quality or usefulness of such materials.

All examinations for which you have been approved must be taken on the same day in the same testing center. Be sure to indicate on your application that you are filing for more than one examination

If you are applying for both a State and local government examination, you must make arrangements to take all your examinations at the State site by calling (877)697-5627 (press 2, then press 1) no later than two weeks before the test date.

Also, unless otherwise stated on the examination announcement or job specification, you do not have to be a citizen. You must be legally able to work in the United States.

The selection process is job-related and competitive in nature and is designed to determine the candidate's potential for successful performance as a police officer.

The complete selection process consists of:

Written examination
Physical agility test
Background investigation
Interview board
Medical examination
Psychological evaluation

All candidates MUST:

have a high school diploma or equivalency diploma

be at least twenty (20) years old and not have reached their thirty-fifth (35th) birthday. (There is an extension for military service. Call civil service (315-785-7733) for information)

possess a valid NYS driver's license

be able to work shifts (overnight, holiday & weekend)

comply with WPD policy which requires all members to present a neat and professional appearance at all times. No beards, tattoos, brands, body piercing or other body art shall be visible while a member is in uniform or other business attire. The uniform includes a short sleeve shirt with open neck (top button) in front.

Other considerations:

Candidates with a history of perpetuating violence (to include elder abuse, child assault, sexual attack, stalking or domestic violence) or who have been named as a respondent in an order of protection will be screened out at this point in the hiring process

A felony conviction automatically disqualifies a candidate

Candidates who do not meet and pass the above listed criteria will not be considered for employment with the Watertown NY Police Department

You will need to pass a Civil Service exam. Civil Service can be reached at (315)785-7733.

http://www.cs.state.ny.us/jobseeker/local/map.cfm