Alaska State Park Ranger - Physical Fitness Test
Passing PFT Score expires after fifteen months – applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the initial physical fitness test as soon as possible after applying for position on Workplace Alaska.
Test proctor may be any adult, preferably at a gym or fitness center.
Instructions:
- Read this cover page and the waiver (link below);
- Sign/date the waiver in front of a witness (witness can also be the proctor);
- Arrange for a proctor to administer the test and fill out the final page (link below);
- Submit via email to your Hiring Manager for the opening
Due date is the same as your Personal History Packet
The Department of Natural Resources has established physical fitness standards that must be met
in order to be considered for selection as a Park Ranger for Alaska State Parks. These physical
fitness entrance standards help ensure that the successful applicant can undergo both the physical
and academic demands of the academy, and the law enforcement work environment without risk
of injury or fatigue.
WHAT IS PHYSICAL FITNESS?
Physical fitness for law enforcement officers may be defined as the ability to perform essential tasks
with vigor, alertness, and minimal fatigue after high levels of exertion.
Good physical conditioning has been shown to:
- Reduce the incidence of back injury (the most common injury suffered by law enforcement officers) and heart attack (major cause of death of law enforcement officers over 35 years old);
- Reduce the amount of sick leave needed and retirements due to disability;
- Enhance recovery from injury;
- Improve ability to maintain good judgment and make correct decisions;
- Provide additional options besides the use of deadly force; and
- Provide an outlet for relief from stress.
Physical fitness is a bona fide occupational qualification for law enforcement officers. Job analyses
on law enforcement officers have demonstrated it to be an underlying factor in determining
physiological readiness to perform a variety of critical physical tasks necessary in law enforcement
work.
Physical fitness can be an important area for minimizing liability. The unfit law enforcement officer
is less able to respond fully to strenuous physical activity and may be of danger to him or herself,
colleagues, or the public.
Warning: The Alaska State Parks Pre-Employment Physical Fitness Test includes push-ups, sit-ups,
and a 1.5 mile run. Before taking the test, we recommend that you take the time to properly
prepare, by starting a personal fitness program that includes both strength and aerobic exercises.
Before participating in any physical exercise program, it is recommended that you see a medical
doctor.
Initial PFT Test Advisement and Waiver
Instructions to be Read to Applicant
