The fitness tests held to establish an eligibility list for any class shall consist of one or more of the following parts.
(A) Written test. This part shall include a written demonstration designed to show the familiarity of competitors with the knowledge involved in the class of positions to which they seek appointment, their ability in the use of English, the range of their general information, or their general educational attainments. A formal thesis upon one or more subjects may be required if advisable.
(B) Oral test. This part when required shall include an oral test with competitors for classes of positions where ability to deal with others, to meet the public, or other personal qualifications are to be determined. An oral test may also be used in examinations where a written test is unnecessary or impracticable.
(Ord. 10-1983, passed 5-4-83)
(C) Performance tests. This part when required shall include such tests of performance or trade as will determine the ability and manual skill of competitors to perform the work involved.
(D) Physical evaluation. This part when required shall consist of tests of bodily condition, muscular strength, agility, and physical fitness, of competitors. This may be given a weight in examinations or may be used in excluding from further examination applicants who do not measure up to the minimum required standards. (Ord. 10-1983, passed 5-4-83)
(E) Psychological tests. This part, when required, shall include any tests to determine mental alertness, the general capacity of applicants to adjust their thinking to new problems and conditions of life, or to ascertain special character traits and aptitudes.
(Am. Ord. 04-2012, passed 5-7-12)