The application period for the Police Officer exam 2024 is now closed.

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WE ARE STILL HIRING!!

The City of New Rochelle Police Department is currently accepting resumes from Police Officers, certified as such in the State of New York, who wish consideration to laterally transfer to this agency. Officers who are in good standing with their respective departments may submit resumes to the Commissioner’s office via NRPDHIREME@newrochelleny.com

Officers with any other inquiries may contact Lt. K. Perri at NRPDHIREME@newrochelleny.com

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Ensuring Community Success: Trustworthy Police Service for General Welfare.

The New Rochelle Police Department has many different units to choose from: Critical Incident Unit, K9 Unit, Traffic Unit, Harbor Unit, SCUBA Unit, Community Engagement Unit, Youth Affairs Unit, Forensics Unit, Criminal Investigations Division and more. Most of these require specialized training which we provide. 

Salary & Benefits

  • While serving as a Police Recruit in the Police Academy, recruits make

    $61,183 (’25).

    A Police Recruit's starting salary upon successful completion of the academy —$61,183 (’25).

    Current qualifying Police transfers, based on active years of police service, may earn up to —$115,637 (’25).

    At present, the maximum base salary that may be earned as a police officer is —$115,637 (’25) up to $119,107 (‘26).

    Police recruits receive a contractual yearly ‘step’pay increase years 1-6.

    Officers with more than 6 years receive a contractual 4-step longevity pay increase starting at $2,425.00 (’25) up to $4,900.00 based on years of service.

  • • Competitive Salary

    • Tuition Reimbursement

    • Indoor Pistol Range

    • On-site Gym & Cardio Room

  • New Rochelle uses the New York State & Local Retirement System. More information can be found by clicking this link.

    Plan Options:

    1- 384-d of the Retirement and Social Security Law (RSSL)

    2- 384-f RSSL

    3- 375-i RSSL

    4- 375-(i) (p) RSSL

  • The work schedule for New Rochelle Police officers follows a contractual 4-Day/72-Hour Chart, amounting to 35.5 hours per week. For instance, this may entail 4 days on duty followed by 2 days off, and then another 4 days on duty with 3 days off.

    Every 3rd week: Four days on three days off.

  • The City of New Rochelle offers outstanding health, dental, and vision coverage for police officers and their eligible family members. Contributions to all plans are provided by the City of New Rochelle.

    • Health Insurance

    • Optical/Dental Insurance (Union Benefits)

    • Sick Leave Incentive

  • New Rochelle Police Department officers enjoy a comprehensive leave package tailored to support their well-being and diverse needs:

    Vacation: Officers are granted 8 days off initially, with increments up to 20 days after 12 years of completed service.

    Leave: Upon hiring, officers receive 3 personal leave days.

    Parental Leave Days: Officers are entitled to 8 calendar days for the birth of a newborn or adoption.

    Compassionate Leave: Officers receive 4 days per calendar year for compassionate reasons.

    In addition to the above:

    • Holiday Pay (13 Days)

Contact us

Our goal at the New Rochelle Police Department is to deliver a professional, community-oriented police service. Join the New Rochelle Police Department today!

Lt. K. Perri (914)-654-2321

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement is 19 years on or before the written test date.

• A valid NYS Driver’s License is required during the interview.

• Candidates must have either sixty (60) college credits or thirty (30) college credits plus two (2) years of active military duty with an honorable discharge.

• Applicants must reside in Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, Nassau County, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, or Staten Island at the time of application.