Pay & Benefits


Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Salaries:

During Police Academy

After Police Academy & Field Training 

Completion of First Year 

Completion of Seventh Year 

Longevity Pay Steps (Added to Annual Salary): 

End of Sixth Year: 

End of Eleventh Year:

End of Sixteenth Year: 

Briefing Pay (Per Year)


$56,067

$61,498

$67,881

$84,897


$900

$1,250

$1,600

$300-$700

Other Benefits:

  • Local Basic Police Academy Training


  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Individual and Family Coverage)


  • Medical Flex Spending Account Optional


  • 20-Year Retirement Pension Plan


  • Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time


  • Uniforms and Equipment Provided


  • Deferred Compensation Plan Optional


  • Opportunities For Overtime 


  • Union Membership and Representation
General Information
Chief of Police
Charles Donoghue
Phone Numbers
(315) 782-2233 Dial 911 for immediate action
Fax: (315) 786-2613
Emergencies: Dial 911
Location
751 Waterman Drive
Watertown,
NY
13601

Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm