We have learned from many years of experience the key to our success is our people. At Colorado Springs Utilities, we put the right people in the right positions at the right time. We do this through a selection process which uses a variety of tools customized to gather critical information from candidates in the most fair and consistent manner possible. We anticipate you will find this guide helpful in your preparation for employment with Colorado Springs Utilities or as you take steps through the promotional process.

This guide has been developed to answer questions you may have about pre-employment testing in our recruitment and selection process.  

In this guide, you will find information on the type of pre-employment tests we generally give at Colorado Springs Utilities, helpful hints on the best ways to prepare for a test, answers to frequently asked questions, techniques for reducing test anxiety, and information on how to obtain test accommodations if you are a qualified individual with a disability under the American With Disabilities Act.  

Additionally, SHL (now CEB) offers information about the various types of tests and assessments used, advice for candidates, practice tests and more to help you prepare and feel more confident about the testing process.  Please visit http://www.shldirect.com/en/assessment-advice/assessment-advice/ for more information.  To check out some of the practice tests available, visit SHL at: http://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests/.

We wish you the best of luck in your new opportunity!

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