Police Officer Exam No. 60069570

Application Fee: $15.00 non-refundable fee for Tompkins County (NY) residents$50.00 non-refundable fee for all other applicantsThe fee is waived for City of Ithaca (NY) residents.The fee may also be waived for candidates who are unemployed and primarily responsible for the support of a household, or who are receiving public assistance.Examination Date: October 17, 2026Application Deadline: September 10, 2026 ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS: Applications must be received by the City of Ithaca Human Resources Department no later than 4:30 PM EST on the last filing date indicated above. Applications must be submitted electronically through our online application program at https://ithaca-portal.mycivilservice.com. We do not accept paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of applications. APPLICATION FEE: Tompkins County (NY) residents must pay a non-refundable $15.00 application fee at the time of application. All other applicants must pay a non-refundable $50.00 application fee at the time of application. Application fees must be paid by electronic payment through our online application program. Be sure to compare your qualifications carefully with the requirements listed on this announcement, including the age requirement. No refunds will be made if your application is disapproved, if you fail to appear for the exam, or if you fail the exam. APPLICATION FEE WAIVER: The application fee will be waived for residents of the City of Ithaca (NY). The application fee will also be waived for applicants who are unemployed and primarily responsible for the support of a household, eligible for Medicaid, receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments or Public Assistance (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families/Family Assistance or Safety Net Assistance), or certified as eligible for the Job Training Partnership Act/Workforce Investment Act through a State or local social service agency. To request an application fee waiver, please complete the fee waiver request on the online application form prior to submitting your application. All requests for application fee waivers are subject to verification. APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED: A City of Ithaca application, copy of high school transcript or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), copy of driver license, proof of age, proof of United States citizenship, and application fee or waiver. APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED: A City of Ithaca application, copy of high school transcript or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), copy of driver license, proof of age, proof of United States citizenship, and application fee or waiver.VACANCIES: Currently, there are nine (9) vacancies in the City of Ithaca Police Department. The eligible list established as a result of this examination may be used to fill these vacancies and any future vacancies that may occur during the life of the eligible list.RESIDENCY: There are no residency requirements for this exam. Preference in certification may be given to candidates who are residents of the municipality in which appointment is to be made, provided that the candidate is a resident of such municipality at the time of examination and remains a resident of such municipality continuously thereafter, up to and including the dates of certification and appointment.SALARY: $78,507DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The incumbent has personal responsibility in an assigned district during a specific period for the enforcement of all laws and ordinances and the protection of lives and property. The work consists primarily of routine patrol tasks. Assists in the investigation of criminal offenses and the apprehension of criminals. There is considerable independent responsibility for the exercise of sound judgment in emergency situations. However, ordinary procedures and special assignments are usually carried out under immediate supervision. Does related work as required.MINIMUM Q