NYC FREE NYC Civil Service General Information Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which NYC agency is responsible for administering civil service examinations?

Accepted Answer

Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS)

Answer

DCAS oversees civil service testing and hiring processes for most NYC agencies.

Question 2

Under NYC civil service rules, how long is a candidate's name typically kept on an eligible list after passing an exam?

Accepted Answer

4 years

Answer

NYC civil service eligible lists are generally active for four years from the date of establishment.

Question 3

What does the term 'Rule of Three' refer to in NYC civil service hiring?

Accepted Answer

Agencies must interview at least three candidates from the top of the eligible list

Answer

The Rule of Three requires that the appointing authority select from the top three available candidates on the eligible list.

Question 4

Which of the following is a 'non-competitive' civil service classification in New York?

Accepted Answer

Positions where it is not practicable to hold a competitive exam

Answer

Non-competitive positions are those where the nature of the duties makes competitive testing impractical, but minimum qualifications still apply.

Question 5

What is a 'promotional' civil service examination in NYC?

Accepted Answer

An exam open only to current eligible NYC employees seeking advancement

Answer

Promotional exams are restricted to current employees who meet tenure and title requirements for advancement within city service.

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