recruiting hiring presentation

CAREER WATCHCity of Redmond Police

2014

RESPECT | PROFRESSIONALISM | DEDICATION | LEADERSHIPCOMMITMETNT TO SERVICE | INTEGRITY | ACCOUNTABILITY

TESTINGInformation for the written exam and Physical Fitness Ability Test

(PFAT) are available at Public Safety Testing website: (

www.publicsafetytesting.com)

City of Redmond website:(www.redmond.gov)

Tests required Written exam Physical Fitness Oral Interview

• Entry Police Officer• Entry E-911

Communications Dispatcher

• Police Support Officer• Administrative Support

Physical Fitness Ability Test (PFAT) required for Police Officer and Police Support Officer (PSO).

The PFAT includes a 300 meter run, Push-ups, Sit-ups, and a 1.5 mile Run/Walk.

The PFAT is not required for Dispatcher or Administrative Support positions.

ENTRY LEVEL TESTING PROCESS

Oral interview will be scheduled

There is no PFAT required for Lateral Police Officer, PSO, or Dispatcher.

LATERAL TESTING PROCESS

Tests required Written exam Oral Interview

• Lateral Police Officer• Lateral PSO • Lateral Dispatcher

Interview &Background

No written examNo physical ability testNo polygraph

A Police Support Officer can apply to be a Police Officer, after successful completion of their probation period.

A recommendation from the employees supervisor is required prior to interview, along with a background update.

A criminal history check will be completed, along with a psych and medical evaluation which applicants must pass successfully.

InternalEntry

Testing

Interview/Practical Scenario

• Panel Interview

• Scenario Questions

Oral Interview Tips & Preparation

ORAL interviews often cover:

EXPERIENCE

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

PROBLEM SOLVING

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & AWARENESS

LEADERSHIP & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

INTEREST/MOTIVATION

Following Interview

• Candidate(s) are placed on a civil service list which includes a total of written, physical, interview, & typing test (if applicable)

• Candidate is notified of rank by mail via Human Resources.

• Top candidates may be contacted after civil service certification for further processing

Civil Service Process

1. Personal History Questionnaire

2. Personal History Statement

3. Fingerprints4. Photograph5. Waivers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How soon can I test after a disqualification?

An applicant can re-apply 3 years after being

disqualified. 3Years

Will any or all drug use disqualify me?

No: All illegal drug usage will be closelyscrutinized on a case by case basis.

Disqualification is dependent upon type of drug, length of use, and when used.

SALE OF MARIJUANA, NARCOTICS, or other dangerous drugs leads to automatic disqualification

1. Automatic Disqualifiers: Noted on the job description and related publications.

2. Discretionary Disqualifiers: Are handled on a case by case basis, and are also posted on Public Safety Testing website.

Automatic & Discretionary Disqualifiers

Military Training

Military service is honored; however does not count toward the education requirement unless the military school hours earned were transferred to an accredited College or University.

Does my military training count toward education credit?

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Background Expectations

A complete and thorough background will be conducted

Site visits to home, school, or workplace are expected

References will be contacted

Travel to any of the US cities if necessary

CONDITIONAL OFFER

Successful completion of background can result in a conditional offer of

employment

POLYGRAPHPSYCOLOGICAL

MEDICAL

FINAL REVIEWThe Chief of Police gives final approval of candidate

APPROVAL OR DENIAL

HIRED

NOT HIRED

NOTIFICATION

CANDIDATE IS CONTACTED WITH THE FINAL APPROVAL OR DENIAL

Welcome to our worldWelcome to RPD!

AFTER HIRE PREPARATION COMMENCED!• Training schedules

• FTO manuals• Technology• Finance• Benefits• Uniforms

QUESTION & ANSWER SESSIONTHANK YOU FOR ATTENDING

CITY OF REDMOND POLICE