NYC civil service exam: Here are the salaries for positions open in October

"The New York City civil service exam schedule is open for October, and some jobs pay more than others. The application period for exams opened Oct. 1 Exam applications currently open include: assistant mechanical engineer; custodian; emergency medical specialist - EMT; emergency medical specialist trainee; occupational therapist (DOE); physical therapist (DOE); police officer; program officer (Department for the Aging); and public health nurse. The starting salary for each career varies, according to the city."

"Open, competitive, computer-based tests are administered throughout each month for various positions. If you meet the basic requirements of the job, you can apply for your exam online at Online Application System or at one of the Computer-Based Testing and Application Centers. Most of these exams have a deadline of Oct. 21. The exams for emergency medical specialist - EMT and emergency medical specialist trainee are open until Nov. 25,"

"They perform engineering calculations using college level math; perform design work on mechanical parts, basic plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and water distribution systems; prepare quantity estimates, cost estimates, memos, reports, letters and specifications; review manufacturers' catalogs and samples, drawings (shop, plan, construction, design), shop testing procedures for mechanical equipment to meet standards and outside consultants' designs;"

The application period for New York City civil service exams opened Oct. 1, with multiple positions available in October. Open, competitive, computer-based tests are offered throughout each month. Applicants who meet basic requirements can apply online at the Online Application System or at Computer-Based Testing and Application Centers. Most exams have an Oct. 21 deadline; emergency medical specialist exams are open until Nov. 25; the police officer exam is open until Oct. 14; the correction officer exam is open until Oct. 29. Available roles include engineering, medical, custodial, therapy, police, program officer, and public health nursing. Assistant mechanical engineer starts at $66,330.

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