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Police
Officer Application Process
The application process for Police Officer is
rigorous and demanding. Those applying for this position are expected to display
the highest standards in every area of their life. Read on and see if you have what it takes….
The journey of a thousand miles must begin
with a single step.
(Chinese Proverb)
The Police Officer application process begins when you
complete and submit a job application
with the City of Pasadena Human
Resources Department. Once the application is received, you will be
notified of the next available testing date.
TESTING DAY – The
testing procedure consists of an essay/written test, pre-screening
inventory, and physical agility test. It is recommended that you wear
appropriate attire (such as running shoes, running shorts, T-shirts,
sweats, etc.) on this day. Unless otherwise noted, the testing will take
place at the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department S.T.A.R.S. Center
(address of stars center).
- The first part of this evaluation is a
20-minute essay, and the second part is a written exam. The written exam
contains multiple choice questions and is approximately a 1-hour test.
At the written test, you must show picture identification such as your
driver's license. The test proctor will verbally advise you if you pass
the written exam. If you qualify on the written, you will continue on to
the Pre-Screening Inventory, which is held on the same day. Those who do
not qualify on the written test will not be eligible to continue in the
selection process.
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PHYSICAL AGILITY TES T
- The physical agility test consists of the following: a 500
yard run, scaling a 6’ chain link fence, 99 yard obstacle course, 6’
solid fence (wall) climb and a body drag (165 lbs.). Each of the events
is timed and the participants a given a score based on how quickly each
task is completed. Participants must do each event and failure to
complete a task will result in disqualification. The scores for each
event will be totaled and a minimum score must be obtained in order to
continue in the selection process.
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PERSONAL HISTORY
REVIEW -
Upon successful completion of the written and physical agility tests, you will
be given a Personal History Review packet. The Personal History Review process
is conducted by the Police Department. Be advised that by receiving and
completing this packet you are not automatically put in the background
process. It merely allows the Police Department to determine your suitability
towards moving forward with a complete background investigation.
Failure to return the completed paperwork by the date
requested will cause your name to be removed from the eligibility list. Once
your Personal History Review packet is received, you will be invited to
continue in the Background Investigation Process according to your ranking on
the eligibility list. You will remain on the eligibility list for one year.
If you failed any of the tests or you were not processed
during your time on the eligibility list, you may re-apply for this position
after one year from the date you had originally taken the written and physical
agility tests.
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