NYC - Civil Service Exam Civil Service General Information 1

Question 1

In NYC civil service, how many additional points are typically added to a passing exam score for a disabled veteran?

Accepted Answer

10 points

Answer

5 points

Answer

15 points

Answer

No additional points are given

Question 2

What is the key difference between an 'open-competitive' and a 'promotional' civil service exam in NYC?

Accepted Answer

Open-competitive exams are open to any qualified applicant; promotional exams are restricted to current city employees in eligible titles

Answer

Open-competitive exams are free; promotional exams require a fee

Answer

Open-competitive exams are written; promotional exams are oral only

Answer

Open-competitive exams are administered by the state; promotional exams are administered by the city

Question 3

What is the typical length of a probationary period for a new NYC civil service competitive class appointee?

Accepted Answer

1 year

Answer

3 months

Answer

6 months

Answer

2 years

Question 4

Which class of NYC civil service positions includes roles where the appointee serves entirely at the pleasure of the appointing authority and can be removed without cause?

Accepted Answer

Exempt class

Answer

Competitive class

Answer

Non-competitive class

Answer

Labor class

Question 5

Under NYC civil service rules, which document primarily governs the procedures for examinations, eligible lists, and appointments for city employees?

Accepted Answer

The Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York

Answer

The NYC Administrative Code

Answer

The New York State Constitution

Answer

The NYC Charter's Title 6 Appendix

Question 6

What is the minimum age requirement to file for most NYC civil service examinations?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

16 years old

Answer

17 years old

Answer

21 years old