Take notice that after a psychological evaluation, the New York City Police Department (“NYPD”) has made a preliminary determination that you are not psychologically suited to the unique demands and stresses of employment as a Police Officer pursuant to Civil Service Law §§ 50(4)(a) and is proposing to disqualify you for this position due to concerns in the following area(s):
☒ Social Competence
☐ Teamwork
☐ Adaptability/Flexibility
☒ Conscientiousness/Dependability
☒ Impulse Control/Attention to Safety
☒ Integrity/Ethics
☐ Emotion Regulation/Stress Tolerance
☒ Decision-making/Judgment
☐ Assertiveness/Persuasiveness
☐ Avoiding Substance Abuse and Other Risk-Taking Behavior
It is important that you know this evaluation is limited to the specific demands and stresses of the position, and IS NOT a reflection on your suitability for other employment or a finding that you have a psychological disability or diagnosis.
In conducting the psychological evaluation for this position, the NYPD considers a number of psychological factors including, but not limited to, the manner in which a candidate has handled and coped with difficult life situations which may also include employment, schooling, and personal and professional interactions with family, friends, employers, supervisors, coworkers, strangers, or others; the ability to make sound decisions; participation and behavior involving drug use or alcohol use and criminal activity; ability to control, and/or reactions to, volatile or confrontational situations.
Written Statement: You may submit a written statement asking that the NYPD reconsider its proposed disqualification. You should include with your statement additional information demonstrating your psychological suitability for the position of Police Officer.
