POLICE OFFICER PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

Applicants must successfully complete each phase of the examination and screening process.

1.  F-BAT – Florida Basic Abilities Test

The F-BAT is a take out, cognitive skills, multiple choice exam. Applicants must pass the F-BAT with a minimum passing score of 79%

2. Writing Sample

Applicants will watch a video twice and write a narrative report of what they observed on the video. The writing sample will be graded for spelling, sentence structure and grammar. The writing sample has a minimum passing score of 80%.

3. Physical Abilities Course

Applicants must successfully complete the physical abilities course with three attempts on each component of the course. The course includes the following components:
 

    *Manipulate a seat belt and exit a vehicle        

    *Negotiate fences (4 and 6 feet high) 

    *Climb through a window

    *Drag a simulated person (150 lb sled) 50 feet

    *Negotiate staggered obstacles

    *Run approximately 440 yards

    *Low crawl

    *Bend and stand while negotiating obstacles

    *Properly dry fire a firearm with minimal
     barrel movement

4. Oral Interview

This examination evaluates the applicants’ interpersonal, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

The oral board is comprised of three department members and must be completed with a minimum passing score of 67.

5. Background Investigation

Applicants must pass a through background investigation that includes but is not limited to the following:

    *Criminal and civil records          

    *IRS and credit records

    *Drivers license history              

    *Current and previous employers

    *Current and previous landlords

    *Current and previous neighbors

    *Personal references

Please click on the links to obtain the Background personal data information packet, Background waiver, and Physician recommendation (You will need to bring these with you on the first day of testing).  Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or newer is required to view these files.  You can download Adobe Reader for free by clicking on the Adobe icon.  

 6. Medical Examination and Psychological Examination

Applicants that proceed to the conditional job offer phase must pass a physical and psychological examination. The medical examination includes but is not limited to an EKG, vision screening, drug test and health assessment. The psychological examination includes a written psychological examination and screening by the departments Employee Assistance Program provider.

7. Polygraph Examination

Applicants must successfully complete a polygraph examination administered by a certified Polygraph Examiner. The primary focus of this component is to assist in determining the accuracy of information provided by the applicant during the selection process.