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NOW HIRING DEPUTY SHERIFFS

May 1, 2026 — May 31, 2026

apply.ri.gov

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Reserve Your Seat at the 2026-2 Training Academy

Physical Agility Test Training Session

Practice Makes Perfect! Come Train With Us!

  • RI Sheriffs are hosting a voluntary agility test training session designed to assist you in preparing both physically and mentally for the agility test.
  • Our certified instructors will assess your current physical condition and provide guidance on the four (4) phases of the Physical Fitness Assessment: sit-ups, push-ups, 300-meter run, and 1.5-mile run.
  • Please arrive in physical training attire, wear running shoes, and bring a source of hydration. You must bring an active drivers license with you.
  • If you plan to attend, RSVP to heidi.gagnon@risheriffs.gov.

 

AGILITY TRAINING SESSIONS

Date

Time

Locations

Saturday,
May 16, 2026

9:00 AM

Rhode Island State Police Academy
64 Winsor Road, Foster, RI

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OFFICIAL AGILITY TEST

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI)
Flanagan Campus, Lincoln, RI

APPLY NOW for more details!