If a written examination is part of the exam process, Merit System Services will send you a notification indicating the date, time, location, length of exam, and materials for you to bring to the exam. Please pay close attention to the tentative exam dates on the bulletin. Late arrivals and other persons not approved for this specific test will not be admitted to the exam room. You MUST bring personal identification bearing your photo and a No. 2 pencil. Do not bring aids such as dictionaries and calculators. Please dress in layers to be prepared for all climates.

When you take a written examination, you are demonstrating your knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to a given job classification. Written examinations are the basis of evaluation of your potential for success on the job. There may be a variety of environmental conditions, including your attitude, which influence how you perform during these tests.

Please click on a link below for further information about the written examination process.

Descriptions of Written Examinations

Transferring Written Test Scores/Retest Policy

Special Testing Arrangements

Test Taking Tips for the Written Examination

Sample Written Examinations

I received a passing score on the written examination….now what?

I did not receive a passing score on the written examination….now what?