Police Officer Transfer

The City of Watertown is seeking highly qualified transfer applicants to fill anticipated Police Officer positions.

About the role

The City of Watertown Police Department and its officers pride themselves on maintaining a safe environment for residents and visitors with a philosophical focus on community policing and problem-solving.

Transfer Qualifications

• Candidates must be eligible for transfer or reinstatement as a Police Officer pursuant to 58 and 70 of New York State Civil Service Law.
• Candidates who have current employment or past employment within 12 months, as a permanently appointed competitive class Police Officer with a municipality within New York State.
• Permanent appointment must have come from a civil service eligible list established pursuant to New York State Civil Service Law.
• A valid New York State Class D driver's license or equivalent must be submitted with your application.

Background Investigation

Applicants may be required to undergo a State and national criminal history background investigation, which may include a fingerprint check, to determine suitability for appointment. Failure to meet the standards for the background investigation may lead to your offer of employment being rescinded.

Benefits

• One of the most affordable and best health insurance policies in the region
• Generous sick and vacation leave
• Tuition assistance
• NYS Deferred Compensation Plan

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage increases

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

United States Citizenship is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be required to provide a New York State Driver’s license before the time of appointment, as well as any other required proof of education, military service, or a combination of both.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Time off including generous sick and vacation leave
• Dental and vision coverage
• Access to the NYS Retirement System with a defined benefit pension

Pay

Competitive annual wage