City Of White plains police officer — Civil Service Exam
⚠️ Filing Deadline: June 25, 2026. The exam is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026. Applications must be submitted in person or by certified/signature-required mail by June 25 — no online filing. A $50 non-refundable exam fee is required.
Starting Salary
$61,808
per year
Max Salary
$120,987
per year
Filing Fee
$50.00
non-refundable
Apply By
June 25
2026
Exam Date
Oct 17
2026 (Saturday)
The City of White Plains is accepting applications for the Police Officer civil service exam (OC #60058-620). Testing is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, with a filing deadline of June 25, 2026. The resulting eligible list will be used to fill vacancies in the City of White Plains Department of Public Safety as they occur. White Plains is an equal opportunity employer — women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary Range
The salary range for City of White Plains Police Officers is $61,808 to $120,987 per year:
Key Dates & Application Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Number | OC #60058-620 |
| Filing Deadline | Thursday, June 25, 2026 |
| Exam Date | Saturday, October 17, 2026 |
| Exam Location | To be announced |
| Application Fee | $50.00 non-refundable (no cash accepted — see fee info below) |
| Salary Range | $61,808 – $120,987 per year |
| More Information | cityofwhiteplains.com/409/Police-Officer |
Apply by June 25, 2026
Applications are not accepted online. Submit your completed Police Officer Application and $50 fee in person or by certified/signature-required mail. Click below for the official application and full details.
Apply at cityofwhiteplains.com ↗ Download Application (PDF) ↗No cash accepted for exam fee. Applications available in person at City Hall, Thomas H. Slater Community Center, and El Centro Hispano.
How to Apply — Step by Step
Applications are not accepted online. You must submit the following three items by June 25, 2026:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Pay the $50 non-refundable exam fee (no cash accepted). Acceptable payment methods are specified on the application. |
| Step 2 | Download and complete the City of White Plains Police Officer Application — print your information clearly. Available at cityofwhiteplains.com/409/Police-Officer or in person at any of the three locations below. |
| Step 3 | Submit in person at one of the locations below OR mail by certified or signature-required mail to: City of White Plains, Personnel Department, 255 Main Street, White Plains, NY 10601 |
Application pickup & drop-off locations
🏛️ City Hall — Personnel Department
255 Main Street, 3rd Floor
White Plains, NY 10601
White Plains, NY 10601
Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🏢 Thomas H. Slater Community Center
2 Fisher Court
White Plains, NY 10601
White Plains, NY 10601
Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🏢 El Centro Hispano
295 Central Avenue
White Plains, NY 10606
White Plains, NY 10606
Mon–Fri, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Residency Requirement
Candidates must have been a legal resident for at least one month immediately preceding the date of the written test, and continuously until the date of appointment, in one of the following six counties:
✓ Westchester
Putnam
Nassau
Rockland
Orange
Bronx
ℹ️ White Plains Residency Preference: Preference in appointment may be given to successful candidates who have been legal residents of the City of White Plains itself for at least one month immediately preceding the exam and continuously until appointment. Residency will be investigated and verified before appointment. All candidates will be fingerprinted.
Minimum Qualifications
Age requirement
- ✓Minimum age: Must be at least 20 years old to be certified as eligible for appointment.
- ✓Maximum age: Must not have reached 43 years of age as of the date of the written examination.
- ✓Military exception: Veterans may deduct up to 7 years of military duty (as defined in Section 243 of the Military Law) from their chronological age. Submit DD-214 with your application.
Education requirement
Applicants must hold one of the following:
- ✓A four-year High School diploma; or
- ✓A High School equivalency diploma (GED or TASC) issued by any U.S. state; or
- ✓A comparable diploma issued by any U.S. commonwealth, territory, possession, or the Canal Zone; or
- ✓A U.S. Armed Forces GED Certificate at the HS level.
ℹ️ Note: Applicants without a HS diploma or equivalency may take the exam, but will not be eligible for appointment until they obtain one. Foreign high school diplomas require a course-by-course evaluation — see the official announcement for approved evaluation services.
Driver’s license
- ✓Must possess a valid New York State Driver’s License to be eligible for appointment.
Citizenship
- ✓US Citizenship is required for appointment. It is not required for admission to the examination.
What Police Officers Do — Job Duties
- ✓Enforce laws and ordinances in an assigned area during a specified shift
- ✓Protect the lives and property of residents and visitors in the City of White Plains
- ✓Work a rotating shift schedule, seven days a week, 52 weeks per year
- ✓Perform all related law enforcement work as required by the Department of Public Safety
ℹ️ Exam resources from the City of White Plains:
Three study and preparation documents are available at cityofwhiteplains.com/409/Police-Officer:
• Police Officer Application (PDF)
• Guide to Taking the Examination for the Entry-Level Law Enforcement Officer Series (PDF)
• Police Officer Physical Fitness Agility Testing Standards (PDF)
Three study and preparation documents are available at cityofwhiteplains.com/409/Police-Officer:
• Police Officer Application (PDF)
• Guide to Taking the Examination for the Entry-Level Law Enforcement Officer Series (PDF)
• Police Officer Physical Fitness Agility Testing Standards (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the White Plains Police Officer exam?
The exam is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026. The exact location and time will be announced — check cityofwhiteplains.com/409/Police-Officer for updates.
What is the filing deadline?
Applications must be submitted by Thursday, June 25, 2026. There is no online filing — submit in person at City Hall, Thomas H. Slater Community Center, or El Centro Hispano, or mail by certified/signature-required mail.
Can I apply if I live in Westchester County but not in White Plains?
Yes. The residency requirement allows residents of Westchester, Putnam, Nassau, Rockland, Orange, and Bronx counties to apply. However, preference in appointment may be given to candidates who reside specifically within the City of White Plains.
What is the age limit to apply?
You must be at least 20 years old to be appointed and must not have reached 43 years of age as of the exam date (October 17, 2026). Veterans may deduct up to 7 years of military service from their age.
Do I need a college degree?
No. A four-year high school diploma or equivalency (GED/TASC) is sufficient. No college degree is required.
What happens if I’m on active military duty?
Active military personnel who are unable to apply during the filing period may be eligible for a special accommodation. Submit an email request with your most recent Military Orders and/or DD-214 to cburkart@whiteplainsny.gov as soon as possible after discharge.
What salary will I earn as a White Plains Police Officer?
The salary range is $61,808 to $120,987 per year. Starting salary is $61,808 with increases to $120,987 at the top of the range.
Where do I get the application form?
Download it at cityofwhiteplains.com/409/Police-Officer, or pick it up in person at City Hall (255 Main St, 3rd Fl), Thomas H. Slater Community Center (2 Fisher Ct), or El Centro Hispano (295 Central Ave) — all in White Plains.
Apply by June 25, 2026
Salary up to $120,987. Rotating shift schedule. Serving the City of White Plains, Westchester County. No online filing — submit in person or by certified mail.
Official Info at cityofwhiteplains.com ↗ Download Application (PDF) ↗Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer.