New York State Civil Services Exam

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New York State boasts one of the largest civil service systems in the United States employing over 1 million civil service employees. The civil service exams administered throughout New York State are designed to test the knowledge and skills required to perform successfully on the job.

Exam Preparation /pattern info

Below are some common types of civil service exams that you may encounter.

There is no singular civil service exam for New York State, instead exam content is determined by the skills, knowledge, and experience required for the position. Generally speaking, there are several types of civil service exams administered within New York State.

Oral and Essay Exams:
These exams test your ability to synthesize ideas and answers to critical thinking questions. Often times you will be required to present your answer to a committee of judges.

Performance & Job Simulation Exams:
Often times you may be required to take a performance or job simulation exam to test skills as they relate to the nature of the job.

For example, a typing test may be administered to ensure that your word per minute and typing skills are at a level high enough to meet job requirements.

Training & Experience Evaluation:
This is less of an exam and more of an addition to your application.

You will be asked to document your past education and work experience, commenting on your level of comfort ability in certain fields.

Learn more about experience and training ratings.

Computer Administered or Written Multiple-Choice Exams:

Many New York Civil Service tests are multiple choice computer based exams, developed, administered and scored by the State.

The exams are developed based on the job titles, requirements, skills, and related knowledge required to perform the job.

Candidates who pass their New York civil service exam have their names placed on the eligibility list for that job title. Positions are then filled from this pool of eligible candidates based on exam score.