The City of Kingston, NY

    Welcome to the City of Kingston, NY

    Kingston, dating to the arrival of the Dutch in 1652, is a vibrant city with rich history and architecture, was the state's first capital, and a thriving arts community. City Hall is in the heart of the community at 420 Broadway, and is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except July & August (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).  Come tour our historic City, with restaurants that are among the region's finest, and local shopping that promises unique finds.

    Historic Churches

    Kingston is home to many historic churches. The oldest church still standing is the First Reformed Protestant Dutch Church of Kingston which was organized in 1659. Referred to as The Old Dutch Church, it is located in Uptown Kingston. Many of the city's historic churches populate Wurts street (6 in one block) among them Hudson Valley Wedding Chapel is a recently restored church built in 1867 and now a chapel hosting weddings. Another church in the Rondout is located at 72 Spring Street. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church was founded in 1849. The original church building at the corner of Hunter Street and Ravine Street burned to the ground in the late 1850s. The current church on Spring Street was built in 1874.

    Kingston, NY

    Kingston became New York's first capital in 1777, and was burned by the British on October 13, 1777, after the Battles of Saratoga. In the 19th century, the city became an important transport hub after the discovery of natural cement in the region, and had both railroad and canal connections.

    Kingston, NY

    The town of Rondout, New York, now a part of the city of Kingston, became an important freight hub for the transportation of coal from Honesdale, Pennsylvania to New York City through the Delaware and Hudson Canal. This hub was later used to transport other goods, including bluestone. Kingston shaped and shipped most of the bluestone made to create the sidewalks of New York City.

     

    Contact Us

    City Hall Address:
    420 Broadway
    Kingston, New York
    12401

    Phone:
    (845) 331-0080
    Email:
    [email protected]

    CITY OF KINGSTON CIVIL SERVICE

    Civil Service Commission

    Bernice Arra, Chairperson

    Thierry Croizer

    Alan Adin

    The City of Kingston Civil Service Office is responsible for administering New York State Civil Service Law for employees of the City of Kingston, Kingston City School District, Kingston Housing Authority and Kingston Library from the application through the appointment process for all positions in the classified service.  In addition, it serves as the Personnel Office for the City of Kingston and is responsible for employee recruitment, administering benefits for City employees and retirees as well as various personnel functions.  As part of its services, the City of Kingston Civil Service Commission provides the following:

    • Determines position titles and develops job descriptions.
    • Administers examinations for competitive titles and establishes lists of qualified candidates.
    • Interprets Civil Service Law and Rules covering appointment, promotion, discipline and discharge.

    City of Kingston Rules & Regulations (adopted March 8, 2016)

    Appendices to Rules & Regulations

     

    Civil Service Examination Announcements

    Please click on the title below to view the examination announcement.  All exams have a non-refundable fee so please read the announcement in its entirety before applying.  Applications will not be accepted after the deadline posted on the announcement.

    Employment and Exam Application

    UPCOMING EXAMS:

     Please click on the link below to view the examination announcement in its entirety.

     Recreation Leader - October 21, 2023

     ERP Project Manager - November 4, 2023

     Finance & Operations Administrator - NCP - November 4, 2023 

     

    JOB VACANCIES

    The City is currently looking to fill several vacancies.  Please click on the title below to view the full vacancy notice. 

    Applications can be found here. Employment and Exam Application.

    KWD Laborer - Full-time position in the Kingston Water Department.  Applications may be dropped off at the Kingston Water Department located next door to City Hall.

    Motor Equipment Operator - Full-time position

    Engineering Technician - Full-time position

    Senior Building Inspector - Full-time position

    School Crossing Guards - The City of Kingston is looking to hire School Crossing Guards for the upcoming school year.  This is a responsible part-time position calling for the exercise of considerable vigilance in directing traffic for the protection of children going to and from school. Please inquire with the Civil Service Office if interested. The pay is $18.00 an hour and a great way to earn some extra money while not tying up your entire day.

     City of Kingston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

    Forms, Policies & Announcements

    Listing files in 'Civil Service Documents'

    *Times are adjusted to the local time of the organization (GMT -5)

     

     

    Contact Information

    City Hall
    420 Broadway 
    Kingston, NY 12401 

    Fax: (845) 334-3946

    Executive Secretary 

    Jackie DeCicco

    (845) 334-3921

    [email protected]

    Principal Account Clerk

    Robin Kimble

    (845) 334-3922

    [email protected]

    Personnel Clerk

    Beverly Aldridge

    (845) 334-3952

    [email protected]


    Commissioner Meetings are held once a month on Mondays at 9:00am at City Hall.

     Next Commissioner Meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 23rd at 9:00am.

     Please see calendar on home page for meeting dates.

     
       
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