> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://badtimes.city/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Jobs

> How the job menu works and what's available.

Press `F6`. You can hold **up to 4 jobs** on one character and switch between them; only one is active at a time.

## Everyone starts as Civilian

Civilian is the default. It has no duties and no Payslip — it's what you are when you're not working.

## Whitelisted jobs

| Job          | How to join                                                      |
| ------------ | ---------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **NYPD**     | Apply in Discord. Academy runs in-city. See [NYPD](/guides/nypd) |
| **FDNY EMS** | Apply in Discord. See [FDNY EMS](/guides/fdny-ems)               |
| **Mechanic** | Hired by the shop owner in character                             |

## Duty

For whitelisted jobs, going **on duty** through `F6` is what enables your Payslip, radio channels and job features. Go off duty when you stop.

<Note>
  Businesses (restaurants, shops) are being added borough by borough. Watch the changelog.
</Note>