The Hiring Process

Applications for our May 2023 academy will be accepted beginning July 5th!

PHASE 1
Application

All interested candidates must complete and submit an online application and a copy of their resume to be eligible prior to the closing date. You DO NOT need to take the NPOST test, it is no longer required.

If a candidate does not have computer access, they may schedule an appointment by emailing careers@slcgov.com. Candidates may also visit public libraries for computer access.

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PHASE 2
Prescreen Questionnaire and Release of Information Form

PHASE 3
Physical Agility Test and Written Examination

Candidates reaching this phase will be notified of the event date, time, and location.

On the day of the physical agility test, candidates are required to present the following at check-in at the examination site:

- Photo identification that displays date of birth (i.e. driver license, passport, or military I.D. card)
- Release of Information Form
- Background Personal History Questionnaire
- DD-214 (if applicable)
- Any additional background documents, if specifically requested.

The physical agility test consists of the following four exercises: push-ups, plank, vertical jump, and a mile and a half (1.5) run. Physical agility examination results from any other jurisdiction cannot be substituted for Salt Lake City Police Department’s physical agility test for Police Officer.

The multiple-choice exam is designed to measure each candidate’s proficiency in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure specific to the English language. The exam will also help determine which candidates possess skills to effectively work with the public and other members of the department. The written exam scores may be used to determine a cutoff or pass rate, and the department will consider the natural break, adverse impacts and departmental need. The written exam will identify a candidate that closely matches the needs of the Department. The written exam is primarily intended as a hurdle exam to advance those candidates to the next phase of the process.

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PHASE 4
Oral Board Interview

The top ranked candidates passing a preliminary background investigation will be required to participate in the Oral Board Interview. Candidates will be asked a series of interview questions.

PHASE 5
Ranking and ESOPH

PHASE 6
Background Investigation
and Truth Verification Examination

The top candidates after the interview will be required to undergo an extensive background investigation. The Background Investigation may include, but is not limited to, the following: employment history, Internal Affairs history, driving history, drug history, arrest and conviction record, financial responsibility, and interviews with family members, neighbors, supervisors, co-workers, and friends.

Participation in a Truth Verification Examination is required as part of the Background Investigation. The instruments are used to measure minor physiological changes in the subject and provide visual results which may be interpreted as deceptive or non-deceptive. The examinations may use microphones, sensors, cameras, and no wires are attached to the subject.

PHASE 7
Psychological Examination
and Evaluation

The top candidates passing the Background Investigation and Truth Verification Examination will be required to complete and pass a thorough psychological examination and evaluation. It is important to note that the examination is not designated to measure mental health.

PHASE 8
Chief's Interview and Medical Exam

The top candidates who have successfully advanced after each of the above hurdles in the recruitment process will be contacted by phone and invited to interview with the Police Chief.

,p>The Police Chief will consider all conclusions of the above exam modules along with other information collected during the recruitment process prior to extending a conditional offer of employment.

Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete and pass a thorough medical examination, including a drug screen. Physicians who perform the medical examination consider the severity of any problem in making the pass/fail decision.