How long for MTAPD

[dvtny2]

I know about tht upcoming test for the MTAPD and have seen alot of thin info on here regarding the agency but I wanna know how long after taking the test do you start the other steps and what is the soonest academy you would be going to after this next test and how many people are being hired. I saw the MTA police officers handing out cards on the LIRR saying there is going to be more of a police presence being seen. Will this affect how many people they hire? is there going to be a major increase in manpower needed? if so how soon?

[John2008]

eh, they don't hire a lot of people.
I have two friends that work for MTAPD.
they both took the 2004 test and one was called within a couple of months and the other one was called last year.
all together I think since 2004 they've probbaly hired around 200 new PO's.
and they don't have their own academy, their academy is mixed in with the NYPD academy class.

This time around they might hire a lot more since they have that Anti terrorism money coming from the fed's.

[dvtny2]

thanks for the info

[Cadet2020]

its a long wait...don't count on a quick call....I'm in the BI phase....and I took the exam back in 2004...no list...and the steps come out as positions become available....

[Pekkier]

no chance in getting in it's 4-10 wait hahaha

[agenteja]

I just graduated from the NYPD Academy this past December, and there were 6 MTA Cops at our graduation, they sat behind me. There is no list number since the MTA Police does not fall under Civil Service Law. It is just a pass/fail grade. You are picked randomly, just like Port Authority Police. One of those MTA Cops told me that it is just hit or miss, you either get choosen or you do not get picked. I am taking their exam in April and at least if I ever get picked, I do not have to go through the Academy.

[ZeroHero123]

If you already graduated from the NYPD academy class you don't need to go through the academy class a 2nd time for the MTA ?

[NYPDtoGrey]

If you already graduated from the NYPD academy class you don't need to go through the academy class a 2nd time for the MTA ?

Nope, no repeat of the academy. Most departments in NY will hire NYPD guys without sending them to another academy.

[Back to NYC]

Nope, no repeat of the academy. Most departments in NY will hire NYPD guys without sending them to another academy.

Heh, most. Two of the most desired - Nassau and Suffolk - make you go through theirs again. If you get hired by the individual town/village PDs you usually don't have to go through the County academy, but if you're hired straight by the County you're back to being a recruit/trainee for six months.

[gbotj]

thats because Nassau and Suffolk PD have their own way of doing things. They do not want to see their cops doing things the city way. The town and village PD's dont really care because for them its the difference of paying cops for 7 months to be in the academy when they are already certified or pay those cops who are already certified to work for them on the streets right away.

[NYCTNT]

Well a major thing with the NYPD academy is that you will get MTA PD and some SUNY PD going through the academy.

So, if you are already nypd and mta hires you, you just LATERAL over. No reason or need to go through the same exact academy 2 times.

[Pekkier]

How will I be advised of my status in the hiring process?
All communication will be sent to applicants via email. Please be sure to check your email regularly and ensure that your contact information is current. Please check your email regularly, including your spam and junk mail.
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What should I do if I have not received the invitation to the exam and the study guide by March 6, 2008?
If you have applied and paid for the MTA Police Officer examination, you will be receiving an email by March 6, 2008, with the study guide (which is free of charge) and test time/location information. If you do not receive this email by March 6, 2008, please call 212-878-7494.
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When will the MTA Police written examination be given?
The written examination is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2008.
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Do you provide special arrangements for persons with disabilities?
MTA provides reasonable accommodations when applying for a position and/or for the testing process to eligible individuals requesting assistance under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact MTA Human Resources at 212-878-7494 if you require an accommodation.
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What are the steps in the police hiring process?
Candidates who pass the written examination may be invited for additional steps in the process including a physical fitness test, panel interview, complete background investigation, medical examination, psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, successful completion of the curriculum at the Police Academy, and a probationary period. Passing the written examination or any other step does not guarantee selection for further steps in the process.
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How long will it take before I am hired?
The hiring process can take anywhere from eight months to three years or more, depending on the number of applicants and MTA’s hiring needs. Passing any step in the process does not guarantee that you will continue in the process or that you will be hired.
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Do I have to be a resident of New York City or New York State to become a MTA Police Officer?
No, there is no residency requirement for becoming a MTA Police Officer.
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What is the starting salary for a MTA Police Officer? What is top pay?
The starting salary is $35,402. Top pay after five years of service will be $73,786.
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Does my prior experience as a sworn police officer affect my starting salary?
The starting salary for all police new hires is the same, regardless of prior police experience.
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How are the work location and tours determined?
Uniformed Patrol Officers work three, twelve-hour and twenty minute shifts a week (Every third week officers are required to work a fourth twelve-hour and twenty minute shift). Your work location and tour is determined based on the needs of the MTA Police Department.
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I am a NYPD officer. Will my time and pension at NYPD carry over to MTA PD?
Under the MTA Police Program, you will only receive pension credit for prior police service which can be transferred from the New York State and Local Police and Fire Retirement System or from the New York City Police Pension Fund, subject to certain conditions, or you can purchase prior police service with the New York City Transit Authority Police Department.
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I am currently a sworn police officer and have previously attended another police academy. Do I have to attend the police academy for the MTA if I am hired?
Depending on which academy you previously attended, you may not be required to attend another police academy.

[NYCAPO]

How will I be advised of my status in the hiring process?
All communication will be sent to applicants via email. Please be sure to check your email regularly and ensure that your contact information is current. Please check your email regularly, including your spam and junk mail.
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What should I do if I have not received the invitation to the exam and the study guide by March 6, 2008?
If you have applied and paid for the MTA Police Officer examination, you will be receiving an email by March 6, 2008, with the study guide (which is free of charge) and test time/location information. If you do not receive this email by March 6, 2008, please call 212-878-7494.
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When will the MTA Police written examination be given?
The written examination is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2008.
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Do you provide special arrangements for persons with disabilities?
MTA provides reasonable accommodations when applying for a position and/or for the testing process to eligible individuals requesting assistance under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact MTA Human Resources at 212-878-7494 if you require an accommodation.
Back to Top

What are the steps in the police hiring process?
Candidates who pass the written examination may be invited for additional steps in the process including a physical fitness test, panel interview, complete background investigation, medical examination, psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, successful completion of the curriculum at the Police Academy, and a probationary period. Passing the written examination or any other step does not guarantee selection for further steps in the process.
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How long will it take before I am hired?
The hiring process can take anywhere from eight months to three years or more, depending on the number of applicants and MTA’s hiring needs. Passing any step in the process does not guarantee that you will continue in the process or that you will be hired.
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Do I have to be a resident of New York City or New York State to become a MTA Police Officer?
No, there is no residency requirement for becoming a MTA Police Officer.
Back to Top

What is the starting salary for a MTA Police Officer? What is top pay?
The starting salary is $35,402. Top pay after five years of service will be $73,786.
Back to Top

Does my prior experience as a sworn police officer affect my starting salary?
The starting salary for all police new hires is the same, regardless of prior police experience.
Back to Top

How are the work location and tours determined?
Uniformed Patrol Officers work three, twelve-hour and twenty minute shifts a week (Every third week officers are required to work a fourth twelve-hour and twenty minute shift). Your work location and tour is determined based on the needs of the MTA Police Department.
Back to Top

I am a NYPD officer. Will my time and pension at NYPD carry over to MTA PD?
Under the MTA Police Program, you will only receive pension credit for prior police service which can be transferred from the New York State and Local Police and Fire Retirement System or from the New York City Police Pension Fund, subject to certain conditions, or you can purchase prior police service with the New York City Transit Authority Police Department.
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I am currently a sworn police officer and have previously attended another police academy. Do I have to attend the police academy for the MTA if I am hired?
Depending on which academy you previously attended, you may not be required to attend another police academy.

Great info Pekkier. By chance, would you know how often the MTA gives out the test? Every year, every three years, etc.

[gbotj]

every 4 years

[NYCAPO]

every 4 years

Thanks for the info.