40 City Marshal Jobs Open With DOI; Will Hire on Experience

40 City Marshal Jobs Open With DOI; Will Hire on Experience


The Department of Investigation is accepting applications on an ongoing basis for City Marshal jobs that entail enforcing civil court orders.

Marshals are independent contractors, not city employees, and therefore receive no set salary or benefits. Their compensation is based on the fees they collect from the court orders they enforce, as set by state law.

There are approximately 40 positions available, according to the Mayor's Commission on City Marshals. They are appointed by the Mayor and overseen by the DOI.

At the time of appointment, candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or the equivalent, and be a U.S. citizen and resident of New York City. They must also pass a background check. In addition, appointees must demonstrate the ability to obtain a required bond, which is currently $100,000.

Basis for Appointment

The Commission evaluates candidates based on their work experience, educational background and financial stability. Preferred applicants will have: a bachelor's degree and at least seven years of employment in fields such as law-enforcement, law, accounting, financial services, business, health care, emergency services or public administration, or an equivalent record of relevant experience and education. Bilingual skills and military service are a plus.

Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to remain calm in tense/volatile situations, be professional and courteous to the public, comply with bookkeeping and other legal requirements and independently manage their finances. If candidates are recommended by the Committee and successfully completes a DOI training course they are eligible for, but not guaranteed a five-year appointment. This is a full-time position - once appointed, marshals and their immediate family members may not work at any job or participate in activities which might be a possible conflict of interest. A marshal and the marshal's family members may not maintain any direct, indirect or financial interest in any process serving agency, towing, moving or storage company.

City police officers, correction officers, fire marshals, and deputy sheriffs will continue to receive pension benefits while working as City Marshals.

Further information can be obtained at www.nyc.gov/marshals.