Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 81-2-4 - Applicant Screening Initial Stage4.1. The State Police will notify qualified applicants by U. S. Mail, or by other means considered expedient by the Personnel Section, of the date, time, and location to appear for the initial applicant screening.4.2. The applicant must successfully complete a series of written examinations and physical ability tests to determine suitability for training.4.3. The physical ability tests will consist of:4.3.1. Sit-ups or crunches (Muscular Endurance) - the score is the number of bent-leg sit-ups or crunches performed in one (1) minute.4.3.2. Push-ups (Upper Body Strength) - the score is the number of conventional push-ups performed in one minute. A conventional push-up is defined as an exercise performed in the prone position by raising and lowering the body with the straightening and bending of the arms, while keeping the back straight and supporting the body on the hands and toes.4.3.3. One and one-half mile run (Cardiovascular Capacity) - the score is the elapsed time in minutes and seconds required by the applicant to complete the run.4.3.4. Standards for successful completion of these fitness tests shall be determined by the State Police based on either generally accepted fitness standards or through a study of the fitness level of incumbent State Police members.4.4. Applicants will be selected based on position availability, funding, and other factors. Selected applicants will be notified by U. S. Mail or other means considered expedient by the Personnel Section, of the date, time, and location to appear for an Oral Interview.