Assessment Examination. A structured testing methodology, validated by a certified organizational psychologist, that uses job-related scenarios and exercises to assess a member's knowledge, skills and abilities for a specific rank in the Department.

Eligible Member. A member of the Department with at least two cumulative years of service in the title of Lieutenant or Detective Lieutenant before the final date for the filing of applications for the promotional examination, and with at least 15 years of service as a uniformed member before the final date for the filing of applications for the promotional examination.

Hybrid Examination. A promotional testing process utilizing both a written examination and an assessment examination.

Longevity Value. The value granted for a member's length of service with the Department that results from the following calculation: For each full month of service at the Department since enlisting at the State Police Academy, 0.1666% per month, with a minimum of 5.00% (180 months or 15 years of service) and a maximum of 15.00% (240 months or 20 years of service), computed as of the final date for the filing of applications for promotion to the title of Captain. In order for the longevity value to apply a member must pass all components of the promotional examination. For the purposes of longevity only, a member's time at the State Police Academy shall be factored into the longevity calculation. (As an example, if a member has 17 years and six months of service (i.e., 210 months) they will be awarded a longevity value of 10%.)

Member. A sworn member of the Department who has been appointed under the provisions of M.G.L. c. 22C, § 10, and who shall have police powers after having completed the State Police Academy pursuant to M.G.L. c. 22C, § 20.

Promotional Record Brief. A detailed summary of a member's work history inside and outside of the Department, level of education, training or professional development, skills, certifications, professional achievements, military service, volunteer experience, and any disciplinary infractions, submitted by the member as part of the promotional process.

Promotional Selection Committee. A committee composed of at least three commissioned officers who serve in the rank of Major or above, who shall make recommendations to the Colonel regarding promotions of eligible members to the rank of Captain.

Specialized Position. A position of Captain within one of the Department's six Divisions which, in the determination of the Colonel, requires specialized knowledge, expertise, and skills. The Colonel shall publish and regularly update through a Department Superintendent's Memorandum a written list of Specialized Positions.

Written Examination. A written test validated by a certified organizational psychologist, designed to assess a member's job-related knowledge for the rank of Captain.