The Johnston Police Department

1. The Johnston Police Department Presented by Captain Matthew J. Benson, Ed.D. 2019 Recruit Orientation Please Save ALL Questions for the end of the presentation.

2. The Duties and Responsibilities of a Johnston Police Officer include, but are not limited to, the following: • Be accountable. • Respond to all required assignments.  • Acquire and record all information necessary to document the provisions of police services. • Complete all documentation in a timely and reasonable manner. • Ensure that any property seized is done so by way of established policy and procedure. • Maintain weapons and equipment in a functional, presentable condition. (Continued on next slide)   Duties and Responsibilities The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

3. Provide assistance to citizens. • Preserve the peace. • Serve and/or deliver warrants, summonses, subpoenas, and other official papers as provided by law. • Take part and assist in prosecutorial actions. • Avoid use of excessive force or the appearance of bias or prejudice when dealing with the public.   • Any other duties assigned by the Chief of Police. • Always maintain professionalism and ethics. Duties and Responsibilities The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

4. Recruit Selection process The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

5. Each Phase • Follow instructions • Attention to detail • Presentation (We are building our first impressions) Note: Bring your license to each phase for check-in The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

6. Application Must be: Complete Accurate Truthful The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

7. Written Examination Saturday, October 26, 2019 at 0830 am Johnston Senior High School, located at 345 Cherry Hill Road, Johnston, Rhode Island Exam will consist of 100 multiple choice questions and writing sample NO CELL PHONES ALLOWED in testing area unless emergency situation is identified; must be cleared with proctor of the exam. Bring your licensewith you. You must receive a 70% or better to pass The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

8. Written Examination Scores will be posted in the PoliceApp web portal Upon receiving a 70% or better on the written exam you will receive notification for continuation to the next phase Upon receiving less than a 70% percentile grade you will receive a rejection notice The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

9. JPD Pre-Physical Agility Test • Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 8:30 am • Location: RIC, Rhode Island College Recreation Center • Attire: Solid colored white t-shirt, Solid colored navy-blue gym shorts, white socks and proper athletic sneakers. Bring your license with you. • Water bottles, keys and sport wrist watches are allowed in gym. NO cell phones* or other jewelry (except wedding bands) will be allowed. *if emergency exists advise at check-in for accommodation request The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

10. !!!Dr.’s note Required!!! Physician’s Release- REQUIRED to be submitted before the agility OR You WILL NOT be allowed to test The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

11. Physical Fitness Assessment Why a Fitness Assessment? Documentation has shown that the law enforcement profession has serious health/risk problems in terms of: Cardiovascular Disease Lower back disorders Obesity The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

12. How will Physical Fitness be measured? • Four physical fitness tests – RIMPTA Standard *July 2018, RIMPA - 40th Percentile • 300 meter sprint • 1 minute sit-up • 1.5 mile run • 1 minute push-up The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

13. 300m run 300 Meter Run • Anaerobic capacity • Must run without help • Distance run as quickly as possible • % Body Fat will not be measured • We select recruits with high probability of success which translates to on the job health The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

14. 300m run Males Females The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

15. 1 Minute Sit-Up Test Measures muscular endurance in the abdomen Maintain good posture and it involves the use of force Minimizes lower back problems The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

16. 1 Minute Sit-Up Test • The score is the number of bent leg sit-ups performed in one minute • Assessment Battery • Males • Females The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

17. 1 Minute Push - up Measures muscular endurance of upper body. Measures force the upper body can generate. Performed for a duration of 60 seconds, or until failure without break in proper form. Score is calculated by the number of push ups performed in one minute. Upper body strength is important in performing police related tasks. The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

18. 1 Minute Push - up • Males • Females The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

19. 1.5 Mile Run Timed run Measures heart and cardiovascular capability to transport oxygen Police task for stamina and endurance Reduces cardiovascular problems Score is in minutes/seconds to complete run by age. The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

20. 1.5 Mile Run • Males • Females The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

21. Oral Board • Questioned and interviewed on the following: • Professional Appearance/Image • Knowledge • Intelligence • Self Confidence • Education • Comprehension • Communication Skills The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

22. Background Check Thorough Criminal Record NCIC/ III License abstract Neighborhood Family Friends Financial Background Previous Addresses Employment/(sick time) Credit Status Medical Status Education: GED, High School, College The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

23. Chief’s Final eligible Applicant pool • Top 10 applicant pool valid for 2 years, or if exhausted sooner • Lateral Transfers: • Department reserves the right to augment top 10 pool with lateral transfer officers as needed The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

24. Psych. exam • URI Testing Service • Two Part Exam • Written • Oral Interview • Expires in 2 years The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

25. After JPD Initial Screening process… • RIMPA Requirements: • MANDATORY Academy Orientation • November 15, 2019, 9am, RM 1336, CCRI- Lincoln • MANDATORY Physical Fitness Assessment • November 22, 2019, time TBD, CCRI- Lincoln Field House PHOTO ID REQUIRED AT ALL PHASES FOR RIMPTA The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

26. Pre-Academy Physical Agility Test Pass or Fail Any portion of the test that is failed will disqualify you as a candidate. The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

27. Acceptance to the RIMPTA 22 weeks in duration Commuter academy (no barracks) Paramilitary 2019 Session 1, Start date January 6, 2020 Graduation Date May 22, 2020 The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

28. RIMPTA Academy Standards and Training • Pre and Post Physical Agility Test • RI Criminal and Traffic Law • Radar/Laser Speed Detection • Breathalyzer Certification • Use of Force • E.V.O.C. • Patrol Operations/Report Writing • Self Defense • Criminalistics • First Aid/CPR • Community Policing The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

29. RIMPTA Swim Test Academy Basic Water Rescue Program Must successfully swim 100 yards continuously using 50 yards of an approach stroke. Crawl/Breast Stroke 50 yards of a tow stroke, side stroke or Elementary Back Stroke Tread water for 1 minute Surface dive 7’ and retrieve a 10 lb. object Swim 15’ or 2.5 body lengths underwater. JPD does not pre-screen this test. The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

30. RIMPTA Awards Class Valedictorian Firearms Proficiency Award Code of Ethics Physical Fitness Award Bud Shannon Leadership Award Highway Safety Award The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

31. What We Expect of you • Strong Competition. • Results. No excuses. • Positive Attitude. • Proof that you want to be a member of Our Department. Good Luck! … but, before you go… The Johnston Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer