Training

Traffic Enforcement Agents are assigned to the Police Academy for training for a period of ten to 11 weeks. They start receiving pay and benefits from their first day of the recruit training.

FAQs

Do I have to be a citizen?

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you must be able to prove your identity and your right to obtain employment in the United States prior to employment with the City of New York.

Is there an age limit to be appointed?

There is no maximum age requirement.

Does this position have union benefits?

Yes. Traffic Agents are covered under Local 1182

Do Traffic Agents have to work nights, weekends, and holidays?


At all assignment levels, personnel may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays as per departments’ need.

What is the salary for each level in Traffic?

https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nypd/careers/civilians/traffic-enforcement-agents-benefits.page

DCAS for exams

http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/exam_monthly.shtml

http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/downloads/pdf/noes/201909323000.pdf