CSEA recently partnered with the state Department of Civil Service in the opening of new computer-based testing centers in Buffalo and Rochester. Western Region Treasurer Bob Pazik represented CSEA at the Buffalo ceremony, while Western Region Executive Vice President Tim Finnigan attended the Rochester opening.

These centers, among 12 centers that will be opening across the state by the end of 2027, will provide modern and convenient access to state employees seeking to further their careers by taking promotion exams, while allowing interested candidates to self-schedule their own tests. CSEA has partnered with Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration in improving worker recruitment and retention efforts, including through reforms to civil service.

“CSEA applauds the state’s continued efforts to address retention and improve the outcome by opening modern, computerized testing facilities,” said CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan. “This is a much-needed positive step forward to keeping state employees and making it easier for them to advance their employment through Civil Service.”

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