🏛️CorrectionsOccasional Hiring
New York State Department of Corrections (DOCCS)
📍 Statewide, NY
Salary Range
$53,000–$82,000
Entry Exam
NY Correction Officer Exam
Timeline
6–18 months (list-based hiring)
Hiring Status
Occasional Hiring
💪 Physical Standards
DOCCS physical fitness evaluation. Running, push-ups, flexibility.
📋 Background Requirements
- ✓U.S. citizen
- ✓At least 18 years old
- ✓High school diploma or GED
- ✓Valid driver's license
- ✓No felony convictions
- ✓NY residency preferred
⏱️ Hiring Timeline
6–18 months (list-based hiring)
📌 Notes & Context
NY DOCCS uses civil service list hiring. NYSTRS pension. Strong NYSCOPBA union. List score determines hire priority.
💰 Compensation & Benefits
Compare with other agencies →Starting Salary
$53,000
5-Year Salary
$67,000
10-Year Salary
$82,000
Pension
Defined Benefit (pension)
Vests at 10 years
Health Insurance
full
Dental & Vision
✓ Included
Vacation Days/yr
12 days
Sick Days/yr
15 days
Uniform Allowance
$800/year
Estimated Take-Home Pay
~$3,200/mo (starting, after deductions)
⚠️ Estimate — verify with DOCCS. NYSTRS pension. NYSCOPBA union. Civil service list hiring.
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