Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) announced today that the New York State Department of Civil Service will be holding a new examination for the position of correction officer on February 3, 2018. The filing deadline for this examination is December 13, 2017.

A correction officer trainee’s starting salary is currently $40,590 per year. After six months, the salary increases to $42,695. After successful completion of the one-year correction officer traineeship, the salary increases to $48,889 per year.

Those who are interested may apply online or download examination information and applications at the Department of Civil Service website at www.cs.ny.gov/exams. Additional information about the position of correction officer is also available at www.doccs.ny.gov.

In keeping with Governor Cuomo’s commitment to diversity in the workforce, the Department is especially hopeful of getting women and minorities to apply.