Public Safety Testing

Upcoming Tests & Events

Test

Dispatcher Exam

Please note: You must successfully complete the PST Typing Test within 90 days (before or after) your written exam. Failure to do so may result in a failure of the test. Please log in to your account and, from your Dashboard, select "My Typing Test" in order to access the Typing Test. Once you complete your test, you will also need to assign your test score to your written exam.


Details

Date of Event April 12th, 2025 @ 10:00am, Check-in Begins at 9:45am
Location South Sound 911
3580 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98418
Open Seats 50
Notes

The following are NOT ALLOWED in the testing area: backpacks, purses, bags, hats/caps of any kind, sunglasses, smart or analog watches, activity trackers, calculators, cellular phones, cameras, electronic devices of any kind, mechanical pencils/pens, beverage or water bottles with labels, and/or any other items determined inappropriate by testing proctors. Please do not bring these prohibited items to the testing area.

COVID-19 Safety Precautions:

  • Please remain outside of the facility until your scheduled check-in time to avoid gathering in a confined space. The queue for check-in may be outside the building, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Physical distancing of a minimum of six (6) feet is highly encouraged.
  • Please bring a mask/face-covering with you. You will be required to wear this for the duration of the written exam. Please note that "neck gaiters" are not an authorized facial covering as studies suggest they may not be effective.
  • Masks shall be of the type that conforms to CDC guidance (completely covers the nose and mouth and fits snugly against the sides of the face without gaps).
  • If you are exhibiting any signs/symptoms of illness and/or have an elevated fever, and/or had a COVID-19 exposure in the previous five days, you will be required to reschedule your exam. You will be requested to review a health self-assessment before you are allowed into the testing area.
  • IF YOU ARE SICK OR CONTAGIOUS, PLEASE RESCHEDULE YOUR EXAM!