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Personal History Statement:
All applicants will be required to submit a complete P.H.S. prior to the
set due date and time as determined by Applicant Processing.
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Background Investigation:
A complete background investigation is conducted into the applicant's general
personal reputation, education, military history, driving record, arrest
record, drug usage, employment history, special qualifications and skills.
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Assessment Board Interview:
A panel composed of three (3) experienced San Antonio Police Officers assesses
the applicant's character through job-related hypothetical situations
and scenarios.
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Medical Physical Examination:
Applicants must be certified by a licensed physician approved/selected
by the City of San Antonio. Applicants must be declared physically sound
and free from defect, which may adversely affect the performance
of the duties of a police officer.
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Polygraph Examination:
Polygraph examinations are conducted by a licensed polygraph
examiner approved/selected by the San Antonio Police Department. The sole
purpose of examination is to verify the applicant's truthfulness.
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Psychological Examination:
A licensed psychologist or psychiatrist approved/selected by the San Antonio
Police Department must certify Applicants. The evaluation will determine if the
applicant's psychological and emotional health is appropriate to the
duties and funcations of a professional police officer.
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Final Review:
Upon successful completion of the application process, the Chief of Police
reviews each candidate's file. Candidates recommended by the Chief of
Police are then presented to the City Manager for final review. Once
approved by the City Manager, candidates are appointed to the rank
of "Police Cadet."
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Appointment to the Academy:
Applicants are formally notified of their appointment to the academy.
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