Committed to Protecting Our Parks and Patrons

New York State Park Police Officers are highly trained specialists, dedicated to helping people and protecting the state’s natural and historic treasures. Since 1885, our Park Police Officers have been preserving the peace within our parks!   Today, officers continue to provide safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities for all our visitors. While every day might be different, State Park Police conduct criminal and non-criminal investigations, handle crowd control at concerts and large events, lead swift water rescue missions, and patrol our state waterways and trails. Apply to join our team!

P.R.I.D.E. in Our Work!

Do you have what it takes to become a New York State Park Police Officer? Committed to the safety and enjoyment of our visitors, officers follow the core values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence (P.R.I.D.E.) in everything they do. 

Apply Today!

Are you eligible? Check our eligibility requirements here!  Take the first step and submit the required documents below to PPOCareers@parks.ny.gov Employment Application Part 1 and Addendum A copy of your college transcripts  A copy of your DD-214 (applicable only for veterans) Your date of birth  Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements will be contacted with an invitation to the Agility Test in Fall 2023 (date to be announced).  Applications are due by September 30, 2023.  Questions? Contact Division Headquarters at (518) 474-4029

AGILITY TESTING & WRITTEN EXAM:  Agility Testing – Fall 2023 Written Exam – June 1, 2024 SALARY INCREASE: A $15,000 Geographic Pay Differential has been approved for Police Officer titles located in mid-Hudson (Dutchess, Orange, Rockland, and Westchester counties) and downstate areas (Bronx, Kings, Queens, New York, Richmond, Nassau, and Suffolk counties). Learn More  UPDATED TATTOO POLICY: Learn more

Qualifications, Exam, Salary, and Benefits

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Hiring Process Frequently Asked Questions

Questions?  Contact a recruiting officer in your area!

• Long Island: (631) 321-3700 (Nassau, Suffolk)
• Hudson Valley: (845) 786-2701 EXT. 209 (Palisades, Taconic, NYC)
• Mid-State: (315) 492-6422 (Central, Finger Lakes, Thousand Islands, Saratoga/Capital)
• Western New York: (716) 278-1777 (Niagara, Genesee, Allegany)
• Division Headquarters - Albany: (518) 474-4029