Testing Process

If your initial application is accepted, here are the next steps to joining the North Myrtle Beach Police Department as a police officer:

  • Supplemental Questionnaire - You will be sent a 29 page Personal History Statement to complete and return within 21 days. 
  • Testing - You will be invited to complete a written test and Physical Agility Test 
  • Oral Interview - You will be invited to an board interview.
  • BRAINS Assessment - An online pre-psychological assessment  
  • An Extensive Background Check will be completed 
  • Psychological Exam and Interview  
  • Medical Exam and Drug Screening 
  • Chief’s Interview