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Civil Service Information

Find out about upcoming exams for public safety jobs.

Do you want to work in a public safety job such as correction officer, firefighter or police officer? Potential employees need to take a Civil Service examination. Are you seeking a promotion? Please take a promotional Civil Service examination to get promoted to Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, or Chief.

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View Examination Schedule  Add Additional Employment Locations on the Firefighter and Police Officer Eligible Lists 

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Find Your Name and Rank on Eligible Lists  Update Your Account Profile or Eligible List information  Schedule a Physical Ability Test for Fire or Police  

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Hiring Authority Information  Find Exam Preparation Guides and Reading Lists  Learn about Civil Service  Learn about Age Requirements for Entry-Level Public Safety  Fire Depts Covered By Civil Service  Police Depts Covered By Civil Service  Employment Verification Forms for Promotional Exams  Find Forms for Appointing Authorities  Learn about Residency Preference  Find Fire Chief and Police Chief Appointments covered by Civil Service  Exam Fee Waiver Form  Contact Civil Service Unit - Areas of Responsibility Listing  Civil Service Online - Log In  Military makeup exam instructions for Entry Level Civil Service jobs  Reasonable Accommodations for Civil Service Examinations  

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