(A) Within a reasonable time after the closing date of receiving applications, applicants who have returned their completed applications and who meet the prerequisite requirements of § 33.12, shall be administered written examinations to determine the fitness of each applicant for the position to be filled, covering, but not limited to, the following:
(1) Knowledge of and ability to read, write, and understand the English language;
(2) Ability to observe and recall information, facts and characteristics relevant to the duties of the position applied for;
(3) Ability to understand and follow directions correctly;
(4) General comprehension and knowledge.
(B) Passing grade for such written examination shall be a minimum of 70%. The point values of indicated ratings for the written examination shall be 35 points for a score of 70, 35.5 for a score of 71, continuing up to and including 100% with the highest possible score being 50 points:
Percentile | 100 | 99 | 98 | 72 | 71 | 70 |
Point value | 50 | 49.5 | 49 | 36 | 35.5 | 35 |
(Ord. 37, 2023, passed 4-27-23)