Our Selection Process For Employment:
The selection process is job-related and competitive in nature and is designed to determine the candidate's potential for successful performance as a police officer.
The complete selection process consists of:
- Written civil service examination
- Physical agility test
- Background investigation
- Polygraph
- Interview board
- Medical examination
- Psychological evaluation
All candidates MUST:
- Have a high school diploma or equivalency diploma
- Be at least twenty (20) years old and not have reached their thirty-fifth (35th) birthday.
- There is an extension for military service. Call civil service (315-785-7733) for information
- Possess a valid NYS driver's license
- Be able to work shifts (overnight, holiday & weekend)
- Comply with WPD policy which requires all members to present a neat and professional appearance at all times.
Candidates who do not meet and pass the above listed criteria will not be considered for employment with the Watertown Police Department
