Title

The Identification of Participation Barriers Associated with Employment Testing in the Ontario Constable Selection System

Author

Glenn Hadley, Western University

Date of Award

12-1-2009

Degree Type

Major Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration

Program

Political Science

Supervisor

Young, Robert

Geographical Areas

Ontario

Abstract

This paper examines the Ontario Constable Selection System (OCSS) to assess whether barriers within the process discourage candidates from competing for a career in policing. Interviews with 11 newly sworn police officers and 12 individuals who chose not to participate in the OCSS testing were conducted. The findings reveal that factors related to the perceived validity of the test, financial cost, and perceived fairness discourage potential applicants from competing.

Recommended Citation

Hadley, Glenn, "The Identification of Participation Barriers Associated with Employment Testing in the Ontario Constable Selection System" (2009). MPA Major Research Papers. 76.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/76