The Pierce County Sheri's Department (PCSD) reports on all uses of force. The disparity tends to be the most prominent for the younger Black or African American population with juveniles experiencing the greatest disproportionality, and younger adults (18-25) the second most. <> A score of 75 % or higher in all categories excluding the Body Composition receives a Fitness Certificate. The applicant will keep the handgun inside of the hole and dry-fire the weapon 14 times. x] XMnViBL3ey.2tq]S9SH%%BhNHvN9 B"T@B$ Use of force categories and types are described below. If you are a current law enforcement officer in the State of Washington and are interested in a lateral opportunity, please contact Pierce County Civil Service atpccivilservice@piercecountywa.gov**. The passing score is listed on the scoring sheet here. Different force reasons may be selected for each application associated with a single incident. Risk ratio patterns remain consistent across all services. endobj If your feet are wider than shoulder-width apart at this point, you must step them back together before beginning the next repetition. The analysis below looks at use of force incidents over a six-year period, from 2016 to 2021. endobj The handgun will then be held at arms length, with the elbow and wrist straight, and the weapon inserted into a seven-inch (7) circle. Major industries include health care, technology, agriculture, timber products and military installations. The following program is progressive to allow the body time to adapt and build up. hbbd```b``"6"`XLE,zA$w"&I&?0%d00m uLg`` A The passing score is listed on the scoring sheet here. A minimum performance score is required on each of the subtests: sit-ups, push-ups and the 1.5 mile run. It is the policy of Pierce County that no person shall be subjected to employment discrimination because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. Determine exercise level by measuring how many squat thrusts the subject can complete in 3 minutes. Black orAfricanAmerican residents comprise 4.8, Black or African American residents experienced, Native American or Alaska Native residents experienced, The most frequent reason cited is Resisting Arrest, followed by Non-Compliance and Combative Subject. Failure of any administration of the POWER test may lead to disqualification from the process. If any part of your body other than your hands and your feet touch the ground during the test, or if you rest with your bottom in the air (failure to maintain the straight back position) your test will be over. Not all departments accept re-test PAT results. Your fingers must stay interlocked behind your head throughout the event. Ability to successfully complete Pierce County Sheriff's Department background investigation. endobj 1.5 mile run in 15 minutes and 54 seconds or less. 9 0 obj If the anything makes contact with the edges of the circle, the applicant is considered to have failed the test. This test measures skills and characteristics related to the job, but no prior experience is required. Prior to April 1, 2021, the PAT for Washington Departments will include running. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> dl#pJcXx>^7k The Physical Fitness Test includes: a mile and a half run, a 300m sprint, push-ups and sit-ups (minimum 160 points needed for a passing score). This is important for use of force involving pushing motion breaking ones fall to the ground, use of the baton, etc. If you fail to: keep your fingers interlocked, touch your elbows to your knees or your fingers to the proctor's hand, or lift your buttocks off the mat, you will receive one warning. 11 0 obj Maintain regular, predictable and punctual attendance during regularly scheduled work hours at assigned worksites. The Physical Readiness Test is comprised of five (5) events: 1. No Adult Domestic Violence Statute Convictions; No Misdemeanor Convictions within three (3) years; Juvenile Convictions will be carefully reviewed; Driving record does not exceed the six (6) point driving violation limit for the 36 months preceding the date of this application. Posted 9:10:31 PM. Create An Account. The applicant will be required to climb over the 5 foot wall without using any bracing located on the sides of the wall. The Pierce County Sheriff's Department is currently accepting applications for Entry Level Deputy Sheriff. %%EOF In addition to an exciting and challenging career opportunity with the Sheriff's Office, the County of Riverside . endobj {&,FR_/[Lw /z&2")'!h`m5cw&d(.ZAnRYrl4$2^zlH!_"]B]L8a(D_22j n Continue to Website, 2023 Public Safety Testing, Inc., All Rights Reserved, Read how PST is optimizing for the future, Pre-Employment Testing / Screening Services, PAT: 20 0 obj 24% of force incidents have a case number that does not match with an incident in LINX. When you schedule a test on the website, you must select to have your scores sent to the Pierce County Sheriff's Department to be considered for jobs with our department. You must complete the 1.5 mile run in 15:54 or less. For flexibility enhancement, good back health, and injury prevention, stretching exercises should be performed before and especially after training sessions, as well as on days off. <> Vacation leave: Upon completion of 13 pay cycles (approximately six months) employees receive six days of vacation leave. PUSH-UPS (90 Sec Test Time) The current Physical Agility Test components, description of each task, and the minimum acceptable levels to successfully complete the exercise are provided below: Applicants must be able to complete the 1.5 mile run within 14 minutes. Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the video and reading sections of the written exam. Delayed muscle soreness, 24-48 hours post exercise, may occur as a result of any new exercise program. Condition of continued employment: Ability to pass the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission physical fitness requirements at time of entrance to the Basic Law Enforcement Academy. Applicants must be able to complete 20 properly executed push-ups within one minute. [ 13 0 R] Black or African Americans experienced Non-Deadly Force at a rate of. We will continue to evaluate developments and make changes to this policy as necessary. Hourly. Any resting must be done in the up position. Public Service Center. NOTE: The provisions of the bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. High School diploma or G.E.D. Any future updates will be posted on the PST website and our Facebook page. Please check back here frequently and Like our Facebook page to stay updated. When we do resume testing, there will be plenty of events for everyone to test. The Academy has very high standards utilizing solid discipline requirements with an emphasis on physical conditioning. Willing to undergo a polygraph examination. Intercede in domestic disputes to resolve, maintain peace, protect persons, etc. The students should be cautioned about sitting or standing around immediately after the run to prevent venous pooling. Services can be arranged with at least seven business days notice. %PDF-1.7 Applicant must pass the report writing section and the physical fitness test. INTRODUCTION The Validated Physical Ability Test (VPAT) is designed to evaluate applicants' capabilities in relation to the physical demands of the Academy and the Patrol Deputy position. Your feet may be together, or up to 12 inches apart. Level A - 1 set 3 times a week for 1 week, Level B - 2 sets 3 times a week for 2 weeks, Level C - 3 sets 3 times a week until testing. This process will assess the candidate in terms of their knowledge, skills, abilities, physical fitness, and personal attributes required for the successful performance of the job of an entry-level correctional officer in the Essex County Sheriff's Office. If you are a current law enforcement officer in the State of Washington and are interested in a lateral opportunity, please contact Pierce County Civil Service at, http://www.piercecountywa.org/sheriffjobs, http://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/fullJobDetails.cfm?agencyjobid=304&jobid=1&agentid=255, Florida Firefighter Testing St Petersburg. Applicants for Deputy Sheriff are required to pass a video based scenario, reading section and report writing examination and pass a physical fitness test through National Testing Network. The exception is a single inconspicuous band tattoo on a single finger. Applicants must be able to complete 30 properly executed sit-ups within one minute. Perform the physical requirements of the position; work within the established working conditions of the position. Minimum entry level fitness norms have been set at the 50th percentile, based upon the Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research. The applicant will be given the command of ready, fire. The applicant will then place their trigger finger onto the trigger and pull the trigger to its rearmost position, dry-firing the weapon, and then release the tension on the trigger to allow it to return to the foremost position. Do not arch your back or lift your buttocks from the mat. Physical force is dened in the Pierce County Sheriff Department's Policy Manual as "the application of physical techniques or tactics, chemical agents, or weapons to another person." This can range from guiding a subject by the arm to discharge of a firearm. <> Social Security and Industrial Insurance: Employees are covered by Social Security and the State Industrial Insurance Act. UR We are in regular communication with our public safety agency partners, assessing alternatives to the traditional testing model and our testing policies. Keeping your hands in place, back flat, and core engaged, kick both feet back at the same time until your body is in the plank position: arms and body straight, knees locked, hands in line with and slightly wider than your shoulders, feet no wider than shoulder-width apart. By comparing to statewide standards, as well as identifying peer agencies of similar size and makeup, analysis can help evaluate Pierce County's efforts to improve equity in policing. You will have 3 minutes to successfully complete 35 squat thrusts. 21 0 obj The Criminal Justice Training Commission offers advice/suggestion on preparing for the physical ability test. Condition of continued employment: Ability to pass the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission physical fitness requirements at time of entrance to the Basic Law Enforcement Academy. The six largest force reasons each contain at least 100 reports and at least 8% of all force applications. They are performed in the following order: Both exercises are administered in a single testing period. At least age twenty-one (21) at time of appointment. Video instructions are in the next tab down. $63,977 - $90,244 Annually. Work is performed in accordance with the mission, goals and objectives of the Sheriff's Department, and in compliance with governing federal, state, and local laws. All interested applicants must complete an application and successfully pass the written and physical fitness tests administered by NTN (. In 2020, Executive Dammeier convened a Criminal Justice work group comprised of senior staff appointed by the Executive, Prosecuting Attorney, and Sheriff. Tacoma, WA. Any provisions contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. 1 0 obj % Individuals 40 years of age or older should not begin a program until they have been cleared by a doctor. The student should refrain from smoking or eating for two hours preceding the test. Some departments require 6 months between submitting PAT results. If several students run at once, their individual times at the finish can be called out and recorded later. The health and safety of our customers, our staff, and their families is of the highest priority. Applicants are allowed up to five minutes of rest between each exercise. This can range from guiding a subject by the arm to discharge of a firearm. 22 0 obj Lie on your back with your knees bent at 90 degrees or tighter with your heels on the edge of the mat. Perform the Isometric Plank One Minute 30 Second test and rest for 5 to 10 minutes. 9PX+(Burnb:B1u%@3)ujq B\2Lws##B28Q.wyjOH]3HS_ R~!g$( pFAaw6pMWzKt;w(( For more information, please read and refer to the class description -, ATTENTION: All communication from Pierce County Civil Service is sent by email using the email address listed on your application. Please check back here frequently and Like our Facebook page to stay updated. Sick leave: Employees receive six days of sick leave upon completion of 13 pay cycles (approximately six months). Currently, all of our jobs posted require an applicant to be at least 18 years of age. check with the departments you are applying to. We apologize for any inconvenience. This is not a timed exercise. Contact Information:Sherry HiebCivil Service Chief Examiner253-798-6250pccivilservice@co.pierce.wa.us, Age: At least age 21 at time of appointment, Citizenship Required: Yes or lawful permanent resident (at time of application) per RCW 41.14.100, Valid WASHINGTON Driver's License: Valid Washington Drivers License at time of appointment and be able to provide proof of insurability, Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes, able to read and write English per RCW 41.14.100. Deputy Sheriff. This test measures the muscular strength/endurance of the abdominal muscles, which are used in selfdefense and high intensity arrest-simulation training. 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This soreness should only be mild in nature and should dissipate prior to the next scheduled exercise session. $63,977 - $90,244 Annually. Proper preparation is critical. Updated statewide standards and It is important to bear in mind that every individual adapts at a different rate- a stimulus resulting in an appropriate, moderate overload to one person may be too much or too little for another person. We know that there will be testing in the future - we just dont know when! X}eb{\xa9Y`1(9 X )+HuI#D>M2[hGM It is recommended to wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the Physical Agility testing process. If you do not pass your PAT, you are eligible to retest all events on another day. 5 Minute Minimum: EVENT. A participant who has been inactive for a significant period of time should plan to take six to twelve weeks to train for the Fitness Ability Test. 188 0 obj <>stream endobj 5 0 obj Compete for a wide variety of specialized assignments: In addition, we offer opportunities with additional duty assignments: County Information:Pierce County boasts tremendous outdoor opportunities with miles of Puget Sound waterfront, Mt. Practicing can be very important as exercises may not be as easy as they appear. PST staff are working remotely and are available by email at contact@publicsafetytesting.com. PIERCE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT Willing to undergo a pre-offer drug screening UA. If the subject's total number is greater than 15, begin at level B. Veterans scoring criteria will be granted in accordance with RCW 41.04. 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