STRUCTURED INTERVIEW PACKAGE (SIP)

The SIP assesses the critical dimensions of oral communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills in a systematic and valid manner. It is a complete package that includes all the information and forms needed to conduct a successful interview.

The SIP includes:

A discussion of the interview process including "prohibited" questions, rater and administrator instructions, types of errors, and notes regarding use of the interview.

Situational questions directed at each of the dimensions measured, questioning techniques, and characteristics of strong and weak responses.

Dimension definitions and evaluative scales, rating forms, suggested cutoff scores, and documentation forms.

Benefits

Validity The SIP was developed and validated in 1978 by a consortium of cities. Since that time it has been revised and re-validated several times, most recently in 2005.

Completeness The SIP contains all the information and materials to conduct the interview. These include rater and administrator instructions, domain definitions, rating guides and scales, and suggested questions.

Economy The SIP is priced to be cost-effective even for small agencies. As a fixed-priced product, agencies with large numbers of candidates find it even more economical.

DOWNLOAD THE POWERPOINT: "Conducting Interviews That Work"

Instructions

1. Download and save the .zip file (linked above) to your computer (15.7 MB, zip file)
2. "Unzip" the file and view the PowerPoint presentation

Previewing the SIP

To preview the test, HR or Police Department representatives may:

1. Call FPSI at (916) 294-4242 and request a Test Security Agreement if you do not have one on file. (Departments outside California may use our toll-free number (888) 990-3473)

2. Sign and return by mail or fax the Test Security Agreement. [ fax: 916-294-4240 ]

3. We will send you review copies of our products for your perusal, together with information on how to order the test for your department.

FPSI addresses the federal Uniform Guidelines On Employee Selection Procedures.

If you are a representative of an agency interested in upgrading your agency's recruitment process, promotional exams, or physical ability testing, please visit our FPSI contact page.