Standards and Evaluation Services

Bureau Overview

The Standards and Evaluation Bureau (SEB) is staffed by researchers who develop, validate, and manage personnel selection tests and basic training academy examinations. The bureau also conducts job analyses, survey research, and selection standard-related or evaluation-related research projects. Further, the SEB provides training on test-related topics such as medical and psychological screening, and peace officer physical conditioning.

SEB Programs and Services

Selection

SEB researchers are responsible for the continuing development of tests for Peace Officers and Public Safety Dispatchers.

Testing in the Basic Training Academies

SEB researchers are responsible for the continuing development of examinations for the various POST basic training courses.

Standards-Related Training Development and Delivery

SEB is the primary developer of the following projects, tests, and analyses.