City Hall released the second phase of the NYPD's reform report Friday morning, announcing an expanded focus on identifying at-risk officers and support for a state law that'd ensure pension. Still, Commissioner Shea admits getting African American men to become cops is tough. April 6, 2021 / 5:46 PM / CBS New York NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) - There's a big push from the NYPD to recruit new police officers. Police Officer Exam Candidates must pass the police officer written exam, which is designed to measure cognitive ability, observational skills, and mental acuity. The report announced changes to how cops based in the Big Apple will be prioritized in the hiring process to encourage more locals with ties to the community to join the force and have a better chance at getting the job. What is the hiring process at NYPD? It will be cross-referenced with your Civil Service Application. Good Luck to All! application-interview-board- psych test - academy - etc once you complete the academy you are put into a command, not of your choice and you begin the career as a police officer. Got call that I am selected as an intern just based on resume. If you receive an NYPD psychological disqualification contact us for a free consultation. Dec. 14, 2021. Please complete and submit the form only one time. Drivers license, school transcript. At the police academy in Queens, News 4 spoke to the NYPD Chief of Department and new recruits to find out.