NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) Exam Registration Filing Open

NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) Become a New York State Court Officer and play a vital role in keeping New York's courts safe! Now open statewide: NYS COURT OFFICER-TRAINEE (JG-16) EXAM REGISTRATIONRegistration is now open for the NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) open-competitive civil service examination. This is a rare opportunity to launch a career in law enforcement and public safety with one of the largest court systems in the world. Filing period: April 1, 2026 (10:00 A.M.) – May 14, 2026 Exam period: August 26, 2026 – October 7, 2026 Registration & Information: NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) – Exam #45-857(Important: Review the attached announcement for minimum qualifications and exam details before applying.)*A $30 filing fee applies. NYS Unified Court System employees are exempt from the filing fee. What NYS Court Officers Do: Protect and Serve: Maintain order and provide security in courtrooms, court buildings, and grounds across New York State, ensuring justice can be delivered safely every day. Peace Officer Authority: Court Officer-Trainees are peace officers who, upon completion of Academy training, may be authorized to carry firearms, execute warrants, and make arrests. Academy Training: Successful candidates complete four months of paid basic training at the NYS Court Officers Academy, followed by on-the-job training in court operations and security. Career with a Mission: Work alongside judges, attorneys, and court staff in a dynamic environment with direct impact on the people of New York State. Career Progression: Advance from NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) to NYS Court Officer (JG-19) upon successful completion of the two-year traineeship.