WorkKeys Exam
STARTING YOUR JOURNEY AS A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
The WorkKeys Exam, developed by ACT, is a job skills assessment designed to measure essential workplace skills. Many employers and educational institutions use it to determine a candidate's readiness for various jobs.
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To be an eligible candidate for a career in law enforcement, the WorkKeys Exam is required if you do not have an Associates Degree or higher.
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Opposed to other institutions, The Personnel Board of Jefferson County offers free WorkKeys testing for aspiring law enforcement candidates.
Testing
Calendar
The WorkKeys test will be administered by the Personnel Board on the following dates, as listed on this website.
Please refer to the schedule to find upcoming testing dates and plan accordingly. Make sure to arrive on time for your preferred date.
All tests are conducted at the Personnel Board at 8:30 A.M. and 1:00 PM.
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For more information, please contact JoAnn Burnett at joann.burnett@pbjcal.org or call (205) 279 - 3500 and Select option 1
APRIL | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
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04/02/25 at the Personnel Board Building
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04/23/25 at the Personnel Board Building
MAY | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
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05/07/25 at the Personnel Board Building
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05/21/25 at the Personnel Board Building
JUNE | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
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06/04/25 at the Personnel Board Building
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06/18/25 at the Personnel Board Building
JULY | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
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07/09/25 at the Personnel Board Building
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07/23/25 at the Personnel Board Building
AUGUST | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
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08/06/25 at the Personnel Board Building
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08/20/25 at the Personnel Board Building
SEPTEMBER | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
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09/03/25 at the Personnel Board Building
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09/17/25 at the Personnel Board Building
OCTOBER | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
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10/01/25 at the Personnel Board Building
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10/15/25 at the Personnel Board Building
NOVEMBER | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
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11/13/25 at the Personnel Board Building
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11/19/25 at the Personnel Board Building
DECEMBER | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
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12/03/25 at the Personnel Board Building
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12/10/25 at the Personnel Board Building
WHAT'S ON THE TEST
The Alabama Peace Officers’ Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC) has adopted the ACT WorkKeys Assessment as the official Basic Ability Test (BAT) for all applicants for Law Enforcement Officer employment and certification.
Applied Math
Tests mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills needed in the workplace.
Workplace Documents
Assesses the ability to read and understand work-related materials like memos and policies.
Graphic Literacy
Measures the ability to interpret charts, graphs, and diagrams used on the job.