Become a New York State Court Officer & play a vital role in keeping New York’s courts safe!
NOW OPEN STATEWIDE: NYS COURT OFFICER-TRAINEE (JG-16) EXAM REGISTRATION
Registration is now open for the NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) open-competitive civil service examination. This is a rare opportunity to launch a career in law enforcement and public safety with one of the largest court systems in the world.
🗓 Filing Period: April 1, 2026 (10:00 A.M.) – May 14, 2026
📅 Exam Period: August 26, 2026 – October 7, 2026
📄 Registration & Information: NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) – Exam #45-857
(Important: Review the attached announcement for minimum qualifications and exam details before applying.)
*A $30 filing fee applies. NYS Unified Court System employees are exempt from the filing fee.*
What NYS Court Officers Do:
- Protect and Serve: Maintain order and provide security in courtrooms, court buildings, and grounds across New York State, ensuring justice can be delivered safely every day.
- Peace Officer Authority: Court Officer-Trainees are peace officers who, upon completion of Academy training, may be authorized to carry firearms, execute warrants, and make arrests.
- Academy Training: Successful candidates complete four months of paid basic training at the NYS Court Officers Academy, followed by on-the-job training in court operations and security.
- Career with a Mission: Work alongside judges, attorneys, and court staff in a dynamic environment with direct impact on the people of New York State.
Career Progression: Advance from NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) to NYS Court Officer (JG-19) upon successful completion of the two-year traineeship.
Compensation:
Base Salary at Hire: $58,100.00
Location Pay (additional):
- $4,920 – NYC, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester & Rockland
- $2,460 – Orange, Dutchess & Putnam
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Health Insurance (NYS Health Insurance Plan)
- NYS Pension (Employees' Retirement System) & Deferred Compensation Option
- Uniform & Equipment Allowance: $1,660 annually
- Security and Law Enforcement Differential (SLED): $875 annually
- Paid Parental Leave
- Twenty (20) Paid Vacation Days
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- Twenty-seven (27) Paid Vacation Days by the Seventh Year
- Thirteen (13) Paid Holidays
- Veteran Credits Available (5 pts non-disabled / 10 pts disabled)
Minimum Qualifications for Appointment:
- Be at least 20.5 years of age
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Be a United States citizen
- Be a resident of New York State
- Possess a valid New York State Driver's License
- Be legally eligible to carry firearms
Note: Physical, medical, and psychological examinations, including a fitness test and substance abuse screening, will be conducted prior to appointment.
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