TLC Officer - Enforcement
The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) is the City agency responsible for oversight of the for-hire vehicle industries in New York City, which include yellow medallion taxis, green Boro taxis, community car services and livery cars, black car services, luxury limousines, commuter vans and para-transit services. Combined, TLC regulates industries that are responsible for over 800,000 daily trips. Our role is to ensure that each passenger's riding experience is safe, comfortable and convenient and that TLC drivers are driving safely.
Under supervision, Enforcement Officers patrol and conduct traffic stops of for-hire vehicles not in compliance with NY Vehicle and Traffic Law, TLC Rules and/or NYC Administrative Code; perform regulatory, enforcement, investigatory, and inspectional duties required in the regulation of the taxi and limousine industry.
Duties include: visually inspect exterior and interior of for-hire vehicles and their facilities for conformity with established standards, law, regulations and physical specifications; issue summonses for non-conformance or non-compliance with rules, regulations and related laws, codes, etc., governing personal conduct and operation of for-hire vehicles and facilities; may detain and/or arrest violators; appear and testify at criminal, civil and administrative proceedings with respect to violations of Taxi and Limousine Commission Rules and Regulations, New York State Penal Law, New York City Administrative Code, New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, and New York City Traffic Regulations; prepare and submit reports on enforcement activities; drive a motor vehicle; may be assigned to operate a tow truck, hooking-up illegally operating and unlicensed for-hire vehicles and towing vehicles to pound; secure and voucher vehicles and evidence.
Some of the physical activities performed by Enforcement Officers and environmental conditions experienced are: working outdoors in all weather conditions; walking and/or standing for long periods of time in an assigned area during a tour, driving or sitting in a patrol car for long periods of time during a tour while remaining alert, climbing stairs, gripping persons to prevent escape, engaging in hand to hand struggles to subdue a suspect resisting arrest, employing self-defense tactics and handcuffing techniques, being physically active for prolonged periods of time, understanding verbal communications over the radio with background noise, reading and writing under low light conditions, and wearing a bullet-resistant vest.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Special Patrolman Requirement: You must meet the following qualifications for Special Patrolman status (a status given by the New York City Police Department pursuant to Title 38, Chapter 13 of the Rules of the City of New York):
- Be twenty-one years of age or older;
- Be a citizen of the United States;
- Be a resident of New York City;
- Have no record of convictions for any felony or serious offense as enumerated in 265.00(17) of the New York State Penal Law;
- If discharged from military service, the discharge must not have been dishonorable; and
- Be of good moral character.
All candidates who are appointed will undergo a background check conducted by the New York City Police Department to verify the above qualifications, including character. Any individual appointed who fails to pass this background check will be terminated from the position.
Special Patrolman status must be maintained at all times as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain Special Patrolman status shall constitute a forfeiture of employment.
Medical and Psychological Assessment: Medical and psychological guidelines have been established for the position of Taxi and Limousine Inspector. Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position of Taxi and Limousine Inspector. Additionally, employees will be expected to continue to perform the essential functions of the position.
Drug Screening Requirement: You must pass a drug screening in order to be appointed.
Training Course: You will be required to complete and pass TLC Academy and Peace Officer training course. Trainees who fail to successfully complete such training courses will be terminated.
Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to pass a physical fitness exam which includes running continuously for 1.5 miles.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Education Requirement: By the last day of the Application Period, you must have a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent. High School education must be approved by a States Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization.
Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
Special Patrolman Status: At the time of appointment, you will be required to qualify for Special Patrolman
from the NYC Police Commissioner as governed by Administrative Code Section 14-106 and Chapter 13 of Title
38 of the Rules of the City of New York.
Preferred Skills
- Associates Degree or equivalent College Credit (64)
- Prior Law Enforcement, Military or Security Experience
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Educations website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Under supervision, Enforcement Officers patrol and conduct traffic stops of for-hire vehicles not in compliance with NY Vehicle and Traffic Law, TLC Rules and/or NYC Administrative Code; perform regulatory, enforcement, investigatory, and inspectional duties required in the regulation of the taxi and limousine industry.
Duties include: visually inspect exterior and interior of for-hire vehicles and their facilities for conformity with established standards, law, regulations and physical specifications; issue summonses for non-conformance or non-compliance with rules, regulations and related laws, codes, etc., governing personal conduct and operation of for-hire vehicles and facilities; may detain and/or arrest violators; appear and testify at criminal, civil and administrative proceedings with respect to violations of Taxi and Limousine Commission Rules and Regulations, New York State Penal Law, New York City Administrative Code, New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, and New York City Traffic Regulations; prepare and submit reports on enforcement activities; drive a motor vehicle; may be assigned to operate a tow truck, hooking-up illegally operating and unlicensed for-hire vehicles and towing vehicles to pound; secure and voucher vehicles and evidence.
Some of the physical activities performed by Enforcement Officers and environmental conditions experienced are: working outdoors in all weather conditions; walking and/or standing for long periods of time in an assigned area during a tour, driving or sitting in a patrol car for long periods of time during a tour while remaining alert, climbing stairs, gripping persons to prevent escape, engaging in hand to hand struggles to subdue a suspect resisting arrest, employing self-defense tactics and handcuffing techniques, being physically active for prolonged periods of time, understanding verbal communications over the radio with background noise, reading and writing under low light conditions, and wearing a bullet-resistant vest.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Special Patrolman Requirement: You must meet the following qualifications for Special Patrolman status (a status given by the New York City Police Department pursuant to Title 38, Chapter 13 of the Rules of the City of New York):
- Be twenty-one years of age or older;
- Be a citizen of the United States;
- Be a resident of New York City;
- Have no record of convictions for any felony or serious offense as enumerated in 265.00(17) of the New York State Penal Law;
- If discharged from military service, the discharge must not have been dishonorable; and
- Be of good moral character.
All candidates who are appointed will undergo a background check conducted by the New York City Police Department to verify the above qualifications, including character. Any individual appointed who fails to pass this background check will be terminated from the position.
Special Patrolman status must be maintained at all times as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain Special Patrolman status shall constitute a forfeiture of employment.
Medical and Psychological Assessment: Medical and psychological guidelines have been established for the position of Taxi and Limousine Inspector. Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position of Taxi and Limousine Inspector. Additionally, employees will be expected to continue to perform the essential functions of the position.
Drug Screening Requirement: You must pass a drug screening in order to be appointed.
Training Course: You will be required to complete and pass TLC Academy and Peace Officer training course. Trainees who fail to successfully complete such training courses will be terminated.
Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to pass a physical fitness exam which includes running continuously for 1.5 miles.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Education Requirement: By the last day of the Application Period, you must have a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent. High School education must be approved by a States Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization.
Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
Special Patrolman Status: At the time of appointment, you will be required to qualify for Special Patrolman
from the NYC Police Commissioner as governed by Administrative Code Section 14-106 and Chapter 13 of Title
38 of the Rules of the City of New York.
Preferred Skills
- Associates Degree or equivalent College Credit (64)
- Prior Law Enforcement, Military or Security Experience
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Educations website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Apply Now