|
Correction Officer Examinations |
|
|
|
|
A career in law enforcement The Westchester County maintains a professional correctional facility including jail, penitentiary, and women's unit divisions. The position of Correction Officer is the entry level uniformed position for this department. Correction Officers are considered public officers and must meet all applicable requirements set forth in the New York State Public Officers Law.
The minimum requirements for examination and appointment are summarized in the following chart | | At Time of Examination | At Time of Appointment | United States Citizenship | No | Yes | High School Diploma | Yes | Yes | Current NYS Drivers License | No | Yes | Minimum Age | None | Twenty one (21) | Maximum Age | None | None | New York State Legal Residency | 30 days prior to the examination date | Prior to appointment and throughout employment |
In addition to the above, there are medical, physical agility and psychological standards that must be met in order to achieve a permanent appointment as a Correction Officer. The official announcement for Correction Officer will detail the requirements necessary to complete the examination and appointment process. The last Correction Officer exam was held on October 27, 2007. This exam is held every three to four years. For additional information on the Department of Corrections go to: www.westchestergov.com/correction. Westchester County welcomes your interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement. |
Departments 
Correction Officer Exams