NOTICE OF EXAMINATION - Traffic Enforcement Agent - Exam No. 6331 - Application & Job Details

Sep 26, 2026

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Notice of Examination for the Traffic Enforcement Agent position, Exam No. 6331, covering application window (March 4, 2026 to March 31, 2026), test timing, and a $54.00 application fee with a nonrefundable 2.00% credit/debit/gift-card service fee and fee-waiver eligibility for specified groups. It details duties at Assignment Level I and II, rotating shifts and outdoor patrol conditions, salary minimums by level, qualification requirements (education, foreign credential evaluation, and driver license rules), and additional medical, psychological, and drug screening expectations.

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Application and Test Schedule

Application dates and fees

Test date and candidate notice

Job Duties and Work Conditions

Assignment Level I responsibilities

Assignment Level II responsibilities

Special working conditions

Salary Information

Minimum salaries by assignment level

How to Qualify

Education and experience requirements

Driver license requirements

Medical/psychological and drug screening

Special patrolman status and residency advisory

ZOHRAN KWAME MAMDANI Mayor YUME KITASEI Commissioner DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES BUREAU OF EXAMINATIONS NOTICE OF EXAMINATION TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT AGENT Exam No. 6331 WHEN TO APPLY: From: March 4, 2026 To: March 31, 2026 APPLICATION FEE: $54.00 Candidates paying the application fee with a credit, debit, or gift card will incur a nonrefundable 2.00% service fee. However, veterans, unemployed individuals, and those receiving public assistance or supplementary security income qualify for a fee waiver. THE TEST DATE: Multiple-choice testing is expected to begin on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR READING THIS ENTIRE NOTICE BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION. WHAT THE JOB INVOLVES: At Assignment Level I, under supervision, Traffic Enforcement Agents patrol an assigned area in order to enforce laws, rules and regulations relating to movement, parking, stopping and standing of vehicles. They prepare and issue paper and electronic summonses for violations; prepare and issue summonses to vehicles and motorists; testify at administrative hearing offices and court; report inoperative or missing parking meters and traffic conditions requiring attention; prepare required reports; operate a motor vehicle; and operate portable and vehicle radios and other electronic equipment. At Assignment Level II, under general supervision, in addition to performing the duties described under Assignment Level I above, Traffic Enforcement Agents perform traffic direction tasks such as the following: direct and control traffic at assigned locations, maintain the efficient and safe flow of vehicles and pedestrians. All Traffic Enforcement Agents perform related work. Special Working Conditions: Traffic Enforcement Agents will be required to work rotating shifts, including Saturdays, Sundays, holidaysand overtime, depending upon the needs of the service. The work week is 40 hours. Some of the physical activities performed by Traffic Enforcement Agents and environmental conditions experienced are working outdoors in all kinds of weather and patrolling on foot for long periods of time. (This is a brief description of what you might do in this position and does not include all the duties of this position.) THE SALARY: The current minimum salary is $38,333 per annum. Candidates will be eligible for appointment to Assignment Level II for which the current minimum salary is $48,719 per annum. There are two additional Assignment Levels with higher salary steps based on the union contract. These salaries are subject to collective bargaining increase. HOW TO QUALIFY: You will be given the test before we verify your qualifications. You are responsible for determining whether or not you meet the education and experience requirements for this examination prior to submitting your application. If you are found "Not Qualified," your application fee will not be refunded and you may not receive a score. (For more information see the Exam Site Admission section. ) EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: By the date of appointment , you must have: A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization. If you were educated outside the United States, you must have your foreign education evaluated to determine its equivalence to education obtained in the United States. You will receive instructions from the Police Department during the pre-employment screening process regarding the approved evaluation services that you may use for foreign education. Driver License Requirement: By the time you reach 15 months in this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment. Assignment to Traffic Enforceme

FAQs

What are the application dates and application fee for Exam No. 6331?

Applications are open from March 4, 2026 to March 31, 2026. The application fee is $54.00, and paying by credit, debit, or gift card adds a nonrefundable 2.00% service fee.

When is the test expected to begin for this examination?

Multiple-choice testing is expected to begin on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

What education and driver license requirements must candidates meet?

Candidates must have a four-year high school diploma (or equivalent) by the appointment date, with foreign education evaluated for U.S. equivalence. By the time they reach 15 months in the position, they must hold a New York State motor vehicle driver license valid for employment duration and with no restrictions.

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