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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TODAY: 2/12/09
Contact: Suzanne Redmond (315) 255-3045
ASSEMBLYMAN FINCH ANNOUNCES CORRECTIONS OFFICER EXAM
Assemblyman Gary Finch (R,C,I - Springport) has joined
with the New York State Department of Correctional Services
in announcing a new corrections officer examination on April
4, 2009. Applications are due by February 17, 2009.
"I encourage interested individuals in pursuing a new
career to look into becoming a corrections officer," said
Finch. "It pays well, provides excellent benefits and is a
great opportunity. Being a corrections officer is
challenging, but it provides an essential service in
ensuring that New York's criminal justice system runs
effectively."
Starting annual salary for a corrections officer
trainee is $34,329. After completion of the eight-week
training program, each trainee receives a $200 bonus. After
six months, a trainee's salary increases to $36,111.
Upon the completion of a full one-year probationary
period, each officer will earn 16 college credits and a pay
increase to $41,348 annually. In addition, appointees will
receive health insurance, retirement benefits and pre-shift
briefing, which amount to $1,727 per year.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens at least 21 years of
age and New York state residents with either a high school
diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Applicants
must be in good physical and mental health and will be
required to take a comprehensive written exam. A
background, medical, physical and psychological check will
follow prior to appointment to the training academy.
Interested candidates may obtain an application through
Assemblyman Finch's district office by calling (315)
255-3045. Applications are also available online at
www.docs.state.ny.us
and at all state Department of Labor offices and New York
state correctional facilities.
Completed applications must include a $30 check payable to
the NYS Department of Civil Service and be postmarked by
February 17.
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Mike Avella Jr.
Press Coordinator
NYS Assembly Minority
(518) 455-5981
F (518) 455-5057
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