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For more information or to apply please click on the open positions listed at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions, contact us at PPDrecruiting@providenceri.gov.

Candidate Physical Fitness Assessment

This portion of the testing is conducted by certified instructors. Any questions should be addressed to them. You may view the physical fitness assessment instructional video and required standards online.

You should practice the physical fitness assessment requirements prior to your scheduled physical fitness assessment test date to determine if you are able to meet the required standards for your age and gender.

• Video on Physical Fitness Assessment (mp4)
• Video on Physical Fitness Assessment (wmv)
• Cooper Standards – Physical Fitness Assessment Standards

Required Documents

To be submitted at the time of physical fitness assessment: 

• Applicant Consent
• Liability Release
• Physician Certificate

Other Requirements

• Successfully pass a background investigation
• Successfully pass a criminal background check in accordance with R.I. General Laws 45-2.3.4.
• Successfully pass a medical examination including a drug screening
• Successfully pass a psychological examination

Please note that it is your responsibility to inform the Division of Training of any changes to your contact information.

Open Positions