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UltiPro Live {0}
On Monday, October 3, 2022, UltiPro will go live for the Detroit Police Department. You should have received an envelope with your username and password.
You must follow the directions immediately by logging on at https://e32.ultipro.com. If you have trouble logging in on Monday, October 3, 2022, please call (313) 224-Ulti (8584) or email them at ultidetroit@detroitmi.gov.
If you call, your patience may be needed due to call volume. You must follow the directions immediately to avoid payroll issues. Thank you!
DPLSA General Membership Meeting Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at 5 pm Temporary Location Gaelic League located at 2068 Michigan Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48216 {0}
NO DPLSA General Membership Meeting of Wednesday, March 16, 2022 {0}
There will be no DPLSA General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, due to the American Serbian Hall being closed not being able to accommodate us due to staffing and other issues as they exit covid protocols.
It is our goal to have the next meeting on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at the American Serbian Memorial located at 19940 Van Dyke, Detroit Michigan, 48234, Ph#(313) 366-9668. We look forward to seeing you at the next meeting!
Lieutenant Mark Young
President
Detroit Police Lieutenants and Sergeants Association (DPLSA)
2021 City of Detroit Healthcare Open Enrollment Period {0}
www.mydetroitbenefits.com
Conratulations to the newly promoted Detectives {0}
Promotions to the Rank of Detective (August 17, 2020) {0}
Cleary University continues to offer its “Courage and Service Program” that affords First Responders a discount rate to obtain their Bachelor of Science or Masters of Science Degree. {0}
Classes start Monday, August 24, 2020, if interested please go to www.cleary.edu and then click apply. Also, call Dr. Regina Banks-Hall, She can be reached at 800-686-1883 Ext. 1408 or via email at rbanks-hall@cleary.edu.
Cleary University continues to offer its “Courage and Service Program” that affords First Responders a discount rate to obtain their Bachelor of Science or Masters of Science Degree. Cleary University offers several programs including a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Management along with several Business Programs.
The program offers flexible class schedules, online options, and the personalized attention and support needed for many individuals to succeed after having been away from school.
In addition to the professional support provided, Cleary offers an exclusive 50% Courage and Service Tuition Scholarship for any police officer or first responder who enrolls to help lower the financial burden and minimize out of pocket expenses. Most importantly, officers and first responders can pursue their education at their own pace.
Whether they enroll in one class at a time or take a full course load each semester, Cleary University has established degree completion programs that meet all needs.
Cleary has forged new pathways to provide education and support for officers to advance their careers, better their lives, and positively impact their families for generations.
If you are interested please reach out to Dr. Regina Banks-Hall, She can be reached at 800-686-1883 Ext. 1408 or via email at rbanks-hall@cleary.edu.
PASSING AND ARRANGEMENTS FOR ‘ACTIVE’ EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPLOYMENT OPERATOR (DISPATCHER) VANESSA SIMMONS, ASSIGNED TO COMMUNICATIONS SECTION, SISTER OF DETROIT FIRE DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATIONS SECTION LIEUTENANT YVONNE SAFFOLD, AND SISTER-IN-LAW OF CORPORAL MICHAEL SAFFOLD, ASSIGNED TO DETROIT POLICE DETENTION CENTER {0}
PASSING AND ARRANGEMENTS FOR ‘ACTIVE’ EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPLOYMENT OPERATOR (DISPATCHER) VANESSA SIMMONS, ASSIGNED TO COMMUNICATIONS SECTION, SISTER OF DETROIT FIRE DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATIONS SECTION LIEUTENANT YVONNE SAFFOLD, AND SISTER-IN-LAW OF CORPORAL MICHAEL SAFFOLD, ASSIGNED TO DETROIT POLICE DETENTION CENTER
The DPLSA sadly learned of the passing of Emergency Service Operator Vanessa Simmons. The DPLSA has the entire Simmons family in our hearts, thoughts and prayers during the difficult days ahead.
The Arrangements are as follows:
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 26, 2019 from 2:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at:
Butler Funeral Home
12140 Morang Ave.
Detroit, Michigan
The Family Hour will be held on Friday, December 27, 2019 at 10:30 A.M.
Services will be conducted on Friday, December 27, 2019 at 11:00 A.M.
Location: Amazing Grace International Ministries Church
24699 Grand River Ave. (W. of Telegraph Rd.)
Detroit, Michigan 48219
Interment will be at Mount Hope Memorial Garden, located at 17430 Middle belt Rd. Livonia, Michigan 48152.
FUNERAL INFORMATION FOR POLICE OFFICER EDWARD L. THOMAS {0}
FUNERAL INFORMATION FOR POLICE OFFICER EDWARD L. THOMAS
On Tuesday, December 17, 2019, Detroit Police Officer Edward L. Thomas, a twenty-two (22) year veteran, currently assigned to the 6th Precinct, passed away after his courageous battle fighting a long term illness. FUNERAL INFORMATION FOR POLICE OFFICER EDWARD L. THOMAS On Tuesday, December 17, 2019, Detroit Police Officer Edward L. Thomas, a twenty-two (22) year veteran, currently assigned to the 6th Precinct, passed away after his courageous battle fighting a long term illness. The funeral service information is listed below: Thursday, December 26, 2019 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM Viewing: Stinson Funeral Home 16540 Meyers Detroit, MI 48235 Friday, December 27, 2019 Family Hour: 10:00 A.M. Funeral: 11:00 A.M. Funeral: Fellowship Chapel 7707 W. Outer Drive Detroit, MI 48235 (Repass will be held inside the banquet hall area within Fellowship Chapel) UNIFORM OF THE DAY: Department Executives and all rank and file members shall wear department issued Long Sleeve Class A uniforms with black tie and garrison hat. NO BASEBALL CAPS. PARKING Marked scout cars: Will be directed to turn on Oakfield to ensure all vehicles will face northbound on Lindsay Street. VIP Dignitaries, Executives, and all Unmarked Vehicles will park in the parking lot on the west side of the church. FORMATION: Formation will begin at 9:30 A.M. The funeral service information is listed below: Thursday, December 26, 2019 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM Viewing: Stinson Funeral Home 16540 Meyers Detroit, MI 48235 Friday, December 27, 2019 Family Hour: 10:00 A.M. Funeral: 11:00 A.M. Funeral: Fellowship Chapel 7707 W. Outer Drive Detroit, MI 48235 (Repass will be held inside the banquet hall area within Fellowship Chapel) UNIFORM OF THE DAY: Department Executives and all rank and file members shall wear department issued Long Sleeve Class A uniforms with black tie and garrison hat. NO BASEBALL CAPS. PARKING Marked scout cars: Will be directed to turn on Oakfield to ensure all vehicles will face northbound on Lindsay Street. VIP Dignitaries, Executives, and all Unmarked Vehicles will park in the parking lot on the west side of the church. FORMATION: Formation will begin at 9:30 A.M.
2020 – Detroit Police Lieutenants and Sergeants Association General Membership Meeting Schedule {0}
2020 – DETROIT POLICE LIEUTENANTS AND SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2020
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2020
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2020
Meetings doors open at 4:00 p.m.
Meetings start at 5:00 p.m.
Dinner at the conclusion of meeting
Meetings are being held at the American Serbian Hall located at
19940 Van Dyke, Detroit MI, 48234 at Outer Drive, (313) 366-9668
DPLSA General Membership Meeting, Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 5 pm, American Serbian Memorial Hall, 19940 Van Dyke (E. Outer Drive) Detroit Michigan {0}
2019 – DETROIT POLICE LIEUTENANTS AND SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2019
Meetings doors open at 4:00 p.m.
Meetings start at 5:00 p.m.
Dinner at the conclusion of meeting.
Meetings are being held at the American Serbian Hall located at
19940 Van Dyke, Detroit MI, 48234 at E. Outer Drive, (313)366-9668
FUNERAL INFORMATION FOR CORPORAL RASHEEN McCLAIN {0}
FUNERAL INFORMATION FOR CORPORAL RASHEEN McCLAIN
On Wednesday, November 20, 2019, Detroit Police Corporal Rasheen McClain, a sixteen (16) year veteran of the Detroit Police Department, assigned to the 12th Precinct succumbed to a gunshot wound he sustained while on duty.
The funeral service information is listed below:
Wednesday, December 4, 2019 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Viewing:
Fisher Funeral Home & Cremation Services
24501 Five Mile Road
Redford Twp., Michigan 48239
Thursday, December 5, 2019 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Viewing:
Fisher Funeral Home & Cremation Services
24501 Five Mile Road
Redford Twp., Michigan 48239
Friday, December 6, 2019 Family Hour 10:00 AM
Funeral 11:00 AM
Funeral:
Greater Grace Temple
23500 W. Seven Mile
Detroit, Michigan 48219
UNIFORM OF THE DAY: Department Executives: Executive Dress Uniform
All other rank and file members will wear Department Issued class A uniform with black tie and garrison hat. NO BASEBALL CAPS.
PARKING Marked scout cars will park facing eastbound on W. 7 Mile between Berg and Telegraph.
Unmarked vehicles will park in the Rogell Golf Course parking lot at the southeast corner of W. 7 Mile
VIP and Dignitaries will park in the church parking lot, south of the overhang.
FORMATION: Formation will begin at 9:00 A.M. in front of the Greater Grace Temple on W. Seven Mile Road.
FUNERAL INFORMATION FOR CORPORAL BRYANT LAVANT {0}
FUNERAL INFORMATION FOR CORPORAL BRYANT LAVANT
On Monday, November 18, 2019, Detroit Police Corporal Bryant Lavant, a (24) twenty-four year veteran, succumbed to death due to unforseen circumstances while off duty. Corporal Lavant joined the police department on January 17, 1995. During his police career he was assigned to the 12th Precinct, Headquarters Bureau, Assistant Chief’s Office, Chief of Police Staff, Traffic Enforcement Unit, 2nd Precinct, Downtown Services Motor Unit, and Downtown Services/Special Events.
Funeral Services are as follows:
Monday, December 2, 2019
Viewing: 3:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
Swanson Funeral Home
14751 W. McNichols
Detroit, MI 48235
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Family Hour: 10:00 A.M.
Funeral: 11:00 A.M.
Greater Grace Temple
23500 W. Seven Mile Road
Detroit, MI 48219
Interment:
Woodlawn Cemetery
19975 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48203
UNIFORM OF THE DAY:
Department Executives and all rank and file members shall wear department issued Long Sleeve Class A uniforms with black tie and garrison hat. NO BASEBALL CAPS.
PARKING Marked scout cars will park on W. 7 Mile between Berg and Telegraph.
Unmarked vehicles will park in the Rogell Golf Course parking lot at the southeast corner of W. 7 Mile
VIP and Dignitaries will park in the church parking lot, south of the overhang.
FORMATION: Formation will begin at 9:30 A.M.
2020 City of Detroit Healthcare Open Enrollment Vendor Meeting Schedule. {0}
2020 City of Detroit Healthcare Open Enrollment Through Thursday, November 21, 2019 {0}
Save the COD Healthcare booklet to your desktop, smartphones or tablets!
2020 Employee Benefit Annual Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment Period November 1, 2019 through November 21, 2019
For January 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020 plan year
To All City of Detroit Employees:
Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to review and make changes to your health care elections.
During the open enrollment period, you can:
· Enroll in or change your current health care elections
· Add or remove eligible dependents
· Renew or enroll in the Opt-out Program, if eligible
· Renew or enroll in flexible spending accounts, if eligible
All employees must enroll in either of two ways:
- Enroll or make benefit changes online at www.mydetroitbenefits.com, available 24-hours a day. If you previously created a password for your account on www.mydetroitbenefits.com, it has been reset to the first four (4) digits of your SSN + the month and day of your birthday in the format MMDD.
- Enroll or make benefit changes by phone at (855) 224-6200, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST. Due to the high number of calls received during the open enrollment period, you may be asked to leave a message. A customer service representative will return your call to process your enrollment. Your call will be returned in the order in which it was received. Please be sure to leave your name and a direct dial phone number in your message, otherwise, your call cannot be returned. If you leave a message by 11:59 p.m. on November 21, 2019, your enrollment will still be processed, even if the representative returns your call after November 21st.
Have supporting documentation on hand so you won’t need to log in or call back several times to complete your enrollment. ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION IS DUE BY NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 27, 2019.
ALL employees must log on to the online system (www.mydetroitbenefits.com) or contact customer service at (855) 224-6200 to enroll in/maintain your coverage for the 2019 plan year.
PERSONALIZED ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE: Open Enrollment sessions provide valuable information on medical, dental, vision, life and Flexible Spending Account benefit offerings. Benefits Administration staff will be onsite to help you complete your enrollment and select from the benefit options that are available to you and your family. Vendors will also be available to answer questions. See the attached schedule.
Note: Managers/Supervisors/Department Heads: Please print and post the attachments for those employees who do not have access to a computer and/or GroupWise.
Please do not reply to this message.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS
Call the Benefits Administration Service Center at 855-224-6200.
Open Enrollment Package
An employee open enrollment package has been mailed to your home and emailed to your designated email address. Enclosed in the package is the 2020 City of Detroit Health Care Plan Options booklet and the Open Enrollment Announcement which includes the new contribution amounts that employees will be required to pay effective January 1, 2020. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL YOU RECEIVE THIS PACKAGE AT HOME TO MAKE YOUR ELECTIONS.
You Engage!!!! You Benefit!!!
Human Resources Department
Benefits Administration Division
2 Woodward, Suite 304
Detroit, MI 48226
(855) 224-6200 – Customer Service
(313) 224-4456 – Fax
Mayor, Mike Duggan
Retirement Celebration for Sergeant Debra Fears {0}
Please join us in honoring Sergeant Debra Fears as she retires. Sergeant Fears is truly one of Detroit’s Finest. Debra is retiring after serving the Detroit Police Department for (34) years with commitment, courage, dedication, honor and integrity. Debra is also a great example, friend, leader and mentor to many!
Please join us on Friday, November 1, 2019, from 12 pm to 3 pm at Detroit Public Safety Headquarters located at 1301 3rd, Detroit Michigan, 48226.
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Police Medical Flu Shot Clinics {0}
POLICE MEDICAL FLU SHOT CLINICS
Police Medical, in partnership with CVS, will sponsor several FREE Flu Shot Clinics for sworn and civilian employees of the Detroit Police Department, Detroit Fire Department, and Michigan State Police
The clinics will be held at the following locations and times:
OCTOBER 15 & 16, 2019
EIGHTH PRECINCT 21555 W. MCNICHOLS
(FOR ALL WEST SIDE PRECINCTS)
**PLATOON ONE – OCTOBER 16TH ONLY (11:00 PM – 2:00 AM)
OCTOBER 23 & 24, 2019
SEVENTH PRECINCT 3501 CHENE
(FOR ALL EAST SIDE PRECINCTS)
**PLATOON ONE – OCTOBER 24TH ONLY (11:00 PM – 2:00 AM)
PLATOON TWO AT BOTH PRECINCTS 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
PLATOON THREE AT BOTH PRECINCT 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
OCTOBER 25 & 28, 2019
10:00 A.M.—2:00 P.M.
DETROIT PUBIC SAFETY HEADQUARTERS
1301 THIRD STREET
3RD FLOOR – WOODWARD ROOM SUITE 334
DETROIT, MI 48226
The flu shots are totally free of cost to our members and their immediate family members, nine years of age and older. Retirees’ age 65 years of age and older can receive booster shots at no cost.
Contact Police Medical for More Information (313) 237-3100.
ARRANGEMENTS FOR INVESTIGATOR LARRY A. STEPHENS ASSIGNED TO 12 PDU, BROTHER OF DECEASED RETIRED SERGEANT EREN STEPHENS, COUSIN OF COMMANDER JACQUELINE PRITCHETT ASSIGNED TO ORGANIZED CRIME AND COUSIN OF RETIRED SERGEANT TRACEY WASHINGTON {0}
ARRANGEMENTS FOR INVESTIGATOR LARRY A. STEPHENS ASSIGNED TO 12 PDU, BROTHER OF DECEASED RETIRED SERGEANT EREN STEPHENS, COUSIN OF COMMANDER JACQUELINE PRITCHETT ASSIGNED TO ORGANIZED CRIME AND COUSIN OF RETIRED SERGEANT TRACEY WASHINGTON
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 4, 2019, from 4 pm – 8 pm at Swanson’s Funeral Home located at 14751 W. McNichols Detroit, MI 48235 (313) 272-9000
The Family Hour will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2019, from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Service is at 12:00 Noon at St. Phillip’s Lutheran Church 2884 E. Grand Blvd. Detroit, MI 48202 (313) 872-1010
Interment will be at Elmwood Cemetery
1200 Elmwood
Detroit, MI 48207
PASSING OF ACTIVE POLICE OFFICER CARLTON STEPHAN ORANGE, BADGE 4440, ASSIGNED TO THE THIRD PRECINCT {0}
PASSING OF ACTIVE POLICE OFFICER CARLTON STEPHAN ORANGE, BADGE 4440, ASSIGNED TO THE THIRD PRECINCT
Arrangements for Officer Carlton Stephan Orange, assigned to the Third Precinct.
Arrangements are as follows:
Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 2, 2019 from 9:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M. at James H. Cole Funeral Home, located at 2624 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit, Michigan 48208. Telephone: 313-873-0771.
The Family Hour will be held on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at First Baptist World Changers located at 22575 W. Eight Mile Rd., Detroit, Michigan 48219. Telephone: 313-255-0212.
Services will be conducted on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 12:00 P.M.
Location: First Baptist World Changers located at 22575 W. Eight Mile Rd., Detroit, Michigan 48219. Telephone: 313-255-0212.
Arrangements for Retired Officer Jeffrey Duley {0}
Arrangements for Retired Officer Jeffrey Duley
VISITATION
Thursday, October 3, 2019
4 pm to 8 pm
O.H. Pye, III Funeral Home
17600 Plymouth
Detroit Michigan, 48227
(313) 838-9770
SERVICE and FAMILY HOUR
Family Hour, Friday, October 4, 2019, at 12 pm
Service, 1230 pm
O.H. Pye, III Funeral Home
17600 Plymouth
Detroit Michigan, 48227
(313) 838-9770
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Duley family! Jeff was an outstanding individual and he shall be missed!
2019 – DETROIT POLICE LIEUTENANTS AND SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS {0}
2019 – DETROIT POLICE LIEUTENANTS AND SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2019
Meetings doors open at 4:00 p.m.
Meetings start at 5:00 p.m.
Dinner at the conclusion of meeting
Meetings are held at the American Serbian Hall located at 19940 Van Dyke, Detroit MI, 48234 at Outer Drive, (313) 366-9668
2019 DPLSA WINTER FURLOUGH DRAW {0}
2019 DPLSA Winter Furlough Draw {0}
2019 DPLSA Winter Furlough Draw
Pursuant to the 2014 – 2019 (21) Detroit Police
Lieutenants and Sergeants Master Agreement the
following dates for Shift Draw and Furlough Selection
Article 22 (G), Re-bidding,
Winter Draw
Friday, September 20, 2019
2019 Promotional Oral Interview Information Session {0}
There will be three (3) Oral Interview informational sessions conducted by Industrial Organizational Solutions (IOS) as follows:
Tuesday, September 3, 2019, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., DPSH – Michigan Room
Wednesday, September 4, 2019, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., DPD Training Center
Command Officers are directed to inform members to check their emails daily including those members who are sick, disabled, on furlough, absent with leave, etc.
MARCELLA D. ANDERSON, PHD
Director of Police Personnel
Human Resources Bureau
JAMES E. CRAIG
FOLLOW UP TO TELETYPE #19-0476 REGARDING THE RESULTS OF 2019 LIEUTENANT, SERGEANT AND DETECTIVE WRITTEN PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION APPEAL/REVIEW {0}
TELETYPE #19-0476 (RE-FLASH)
FOLLOW UP TO TELETYPE #19-0476 REGARDING THE RESULTS OF 2019 LIEUTENANT, SERGEANT AND DETECTIVE WRITTEN PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION APPEAL/REVIEW
After a review of the completed appeals submitted by DPD members by Industrial Organizational Solutions and an in-depth review by the DPD Executive Team, it was determined that these specific questions be eliminated:
The question below was deemed deficient and eliminated on the Lieutenant Exam. This resulted in the scoring being based on 99 questions instead of 100.
56. Officers may undertake a “protective sweep” of the premises where an arrest is for a violent crime and the arrest takes place without a warrant. The purpose of the “protective sweep” is to discover persons on the premises who might present a danger to officers. Under which of the following conditions may officers extend a protective sweep beyond closets and adjoining spaces?
The two (2) questions below were deemed deficient and eliminated on the Sergeant Exam. This resulted in the scoring being based on 98 questions instead of 100.
35. All long-distance phone calls coming from other departments, as well as outgoing, relative to requests for an arrest or criminal investigations shall be reported to the _____.
43. Under which of the following conditions may Department-issued chemical spray be used on a subject (when a lesser degree of force has not been or will not be effective)?
The question below was deemed deficient and eliminated on the Detective Exam. This resulted in the scoring being based on 99 questions instead of 100.
75. A person excites a contention at a business. With which of the following offenses is it MOST appropriate to charge the person?
As a result of the question(s) being eliminated, a member’s score could have remained the same, increased or decreased. Removal of questions does not affect everyone the same way. It depends on how the member answered the eliminated question(s).
In short, if a member correctly answered an “eliminated question”, they were previously given a point for that question; when it was removed from scoring, their score went down by that point.
If a member incorrectly answered an “eliminated question”, when it was removed from scoring, it did not have an effect, because they previously were not given a point for that question.
The information below is being provided to help you better understand the tabulation of your final written exam results:
LIEUTENANT EXAM: The preliminary highest raw score for the Lieutenant exam was 86. The curve added to each preliminary score was 14. As a result of the appeals process, the final highest raw score for the Lieutenant exam is now 85. The curve added to each final score is now 15.
Example: Question #56 was eliminated from the Lieutenant exam. If the preliminary high-scorer answered this question correctly, and their preliminary raw score was 86, the final raw score went down by a point to 85, because the eliminated question was removed from the scoring. This also caused the curve to increase by a point from 14 to 15.
If a member had a preliminary raw score of 81 and answered Question #56 incorrectly, their final raw score remained at 81, because they were not previously given a point for that question. However, because the curve increased to 15, their final curved score increased from 95 to 96. Any member who answered this item incorrectly would see their raw and curved score increase by one point.
SERGEANT EXAM: The preliminary highest raw score for the Sergeant exam was 89. The curve added to each preliminary was 11. As a result of the appeals process, the final highest raw score for the Sergeant exam is now 87. The curve added to each final score is now 13.
Example: Questions #35 and #43 were eliminated from the Sergeant exam. In the preliminary scores, the highest score was 89. The curve added to each final score was 11. When the two (2) questions were eliminated, the highest score dropped to 87, because the high-scorer answered both questions correctly. This drop in the highest score to 87 resulted in a curve of 13 being added to all final scores.
Depending on how members answered the eliminated questions, they will see a 0, 1 or 2 point change in their score. If a candidate answered both questions incorrectly, and had a preliminary raw score of 72 (preliminary curved score of 83); when the eliminated questions were removed from the scoring, their final score remained a 72, because they were not previously given a point for those questions. However, because the curve increased to 13, it resulted in a final curved score of 85.
DETECTIVE EXAM: The preliminary highest raw score for the Detective exam was 72. The curve added to each preliminary was 28 points. As a result of the appeals process, the final highest raw score for the Detective remains 72. The curve added to each final score remains 28.
Example: Question #75 was eliminated from the Detective exam. If the preliminary high-scorer answered this item incorrectly, and their preliminary raw score was 72, the preliminary raw score did not change, because, they were not previously given a point for that question. As a result, their final score did not change and the curve added to everyone’s score did not change, which remained 28.
If a member received a preliminary raw score of 72, and they answered Question #75 correctly, because the eliminated question was removed from the scoring, their final score went down to 71, and their final curved score went down to 99. Thus, any member who answered this question correctly, their final raw and final curved score went down by one (1) point from their preliminary score.
Members are reminded that the Written Examination is only one (1) component of the overall promotional test components and represents 26% of the total points. The Oral Interview (Assessment Center) represents 50%. Other subjects and weights for Sergeant and Detective include Department Seniority (12%), Military (2%) and Education (10%). Other subjects and weights for Lieutenant include Department Seniority (6%), In-Grade Seniority (12%), Military (2%) and Education (4%).
UPDATE: There will be three (3) Oral Interview informational sessions conducted by Industrial Organizational Solutions (IOS) as follows:
Tuesday, September 3, 2019, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., DPSH – Michigan Room
Wednesday, September 4, 2019, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., DPD Training Center
Command Officers are directed to inform members to check their emails daily including those members who are sick, disabled, on furlough, absent with leave, etc.
MARCELLA D. ANDERSON, PHD
Director of Police Personnel
Human Resources Bureau
JAMES E. CRAIG
Chief of Police