NYC hiring: Entry-level jobs that don't require a civil service exam
NEW YORK (PIX11) – If you're looking to work in New York City government but are worried that you'll need to take a civil service exam to apply, you're in luck -- many entry-level jobs don't require one.
You can use the JobsNYC portal to find positions that don't ask you to take the civil service exam. You'll see a note on job listings that either says "no exam required" or "exam may be required."
The Bronx Borough President's Office is looking to hire a scheduling assistant. The role, which doesn't require a civil service exam, has a salary range of $43,143 to $71,800.
You could also apply for a criminal court assistant position for the Richmond County District Attorney's Office. That role makes between $51,000 to $53,000 a year.
For more information on entry-level jobs in city government, click here.
Erin Pflaumer is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered both local and national news since 2018. She joined PIX11 in 2023. See more of her work here.