Civil Service Employment Portal
The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Upcoming Exams
OC - Open Competitive - The examination is open to all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications.
PROM - Promotional - The examination is open only to those currently employed in a specific competitive job title.
Training/Experience (T & E) - Examination is a method of testing whereby a candidate receives a test score based on the information contained in the submitted application and/or a questionnaire which is sent to eligible candidates. The score is calculated from weights given to various factors of education (training) and experience. Note: There is no written test. The exam is based on an analysis of your training and experience.
Application Deadline - The date by which all applications and fees are due for this examination. Please read the application deadline policy on the examination announcement.
To Be Determined (TBD) - Exam information is supplied by NYS Civil Service and has yet to be received
| # | Title (click to view exam description) |
Type | Salary | Application Deadline | Filing Fee | Apply Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60011-380 | Accountant | OC | 01/27/2025 | $15.00 | APPLY | |
| 87732-010 | Building Systems Supervisor | OC | 03/02/2025 | $15.00 | APPLY | |
| 87789-010 | Civil Engineer I | OC | 02/09/2025 | $15.00 | APPLY | |
| 60020-420 | HUMAN RESOURCES BENEFITS SPECIALIST | OC | 03/02/2025 | $15.00 | APPLY | |
| 70390-010 | Maintenance Mechanic (WHA) | PROM | 03/02/2025 | $15.00 | APPLY | |
| 87736-010 | Maintenance Mechanic (WHA) | OC | 03/02/2025 | $15.00 | APPLY | |
| 63137-010 | Modernization Coordinator | OC | 03/02/2025 | $15.00 | APPLY | |
| 60021-810 | Police Officer | OC | 03/24/2025 | $25.00 | APPLY | |
| 60002-510 | School Safety Officer | OC | 02/06/2025 | $15.00 | APPLY | |
| 73389-010 | Senior Public Housing Specialist | PROM | 01/27/2025 | $15.00 | APPLY |
